BLACKPINK Comeback In December DELAYED! YG Entertainment Confirms Album Release On January 2026

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finally an update for BLINKs waiting eagerly for BLACKPINK’s long-awaited comeback! After weeks of speculation surrounding the group’s next album, YG Entertainment has officially confirmed that the release has been pushed back from December 2025 to January 2026. The announcement has come as both a surprise and a relief to fans worldwide, who have been waiting nearly three years for new group music.

BLACKPINK comeback delayed again

According to a representative of YG Entertainment on November 6 KST, BLACKPINK's comeback is confirmed for January 2026. The representative told media outlets, "The album is in the final stages of completion. Once all preparations are completed, we will deliver the news through an official promotion announcement."Earlier reports had claimed that BLACKPINK’s comeback, initially planned for December this year, was being delayed. This confirmation finally ends all rumours. The upcoming album will be the group’s first release in approximately three years, following their 2022 record-breaking album Born Pink, which topped charts globally and made them one of the world’s biggest pop groups.Previously on October 20 KST, reports revealed that BLACKPINK had begun filming their comeback MV, further heightening excitement. Now, with the album nearing completion, fans are expecting another massive global rollout.

BLACKPINK's 20th anniversary

The news comes as BLACKPINK continues their ‘Deadline’ world tour, performing for fans in Bulacan, Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Their performances have been met with immense love, reaffirming their dominance in the global music scene.The group’s comeback timing also carries deep significance. It coincides closely with their tenth debut anniversary, marking a decade since Jennie, Jisoo, Rose and Lisa debuted under YG Entertainment in August 2016. This upcoming album is expected to serve as a powerful reflection of their journey and growth over the years.While YG Entertainment has not revealed the exact release date, anticipation is higher than ever.