Thursday’s event marked the highly anticipated reunion of BLACKPINK, as the group gathered for the first time in a while, exciting fans and the Vietnamese online community alike.
The members’ fun and heartwarming interactions, coupled with their donning of Vietnamese conical hats and traditional scarves, quickly became a trending topic on social media. The attire, a thoughtful gift from a Vietnamese fan, added a unique touch to the occasion.
The group delighted fans by posing for photos and expressing their love for Vietnam in both English and Vietnamese. During the fansign event, they also announced their plans for a comeback in 2025, sparking excitement and hopes for a potential visit to Vietnam.
BLACKPINK, who debuted in 2016, has shattered records and achieved global success. Their music videos for ‘Kill This Love’ and ‘How You Like That’ broke viewing records, with the latter also setting five Guinness World Records. The group has charted impressively on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, with their album ‘Born Pink’ reaching number one.
Their ‘Born Pink World Tour’ broke records as the highest-grossing concert tour by a female group and an Asian act, and they made history as the first Asian headliners of Coachella. BLACKPINK’s impact extends beyond music, with endorsement deals and a prominent focus on fashion in their public image.
The group has received numerous accolades, including being named in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia and Time’s 2022 Entertainer of the Year. They have consistently ranked high on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity 40 list and have been recognized for their contribution to the global spread of K-pop and Korean culture.
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| BLACKPINK’s fansign event in Seoul, South Korea, on August 8, 2024, showcased the group’s reunion and their appreciation for Vietnamese fans. Photo: X |
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