BLACKPINK Makes History as First K-pop Girl Group to Headline Wembley Stadium
BLACKPINK has made history once again, becoming the first K-pop girl group to headline the legendary Wembley Stadium as part of their triumphant return to the music scene after nearly three years.
The Historic Comeback
The four-member group released their comeback single "JUMP" on July 11, 2025, marking their first group release in nearly three years after successful individual ventures. The track immediately dominated global charts:
- Hit #1 on Billboard Global 200 with 123 million streams in its first week
- Topped iTunes charts in 47+ countries
- Became their third Spotify daily chart #1
European DEADLINE Tour
BLACKPINK's DEADLINE tour represents an unprecedented scale for a K-pop girl group, featuring major European stadium dates:
- Paris - Stade de France
- Milan - San Siro Stadium
- Barcelona - Camp Nou
- London - Wembley Stadium (August 15-16, two nights)
Industry Impact
YG Entertainment announced this achievement as "the first ever K-POP girl group to headline the legendary venue," highlighting the significance of this milestone for both BLACKPINK and the broader K-pop industry. The Wembley news was confirmed via YG Entertainment.
This tour marks the triumphant return of one of K-pop's biggest girl groups after members Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé pursued successful solo careers. For European fans, these dates represent the closest major performances and signal potential future Nordic expansion.
What This Means for K-pop
BLACKPINK's Wembley Stadium headline shows demonstrate the continued global expansion of K-pop, particularly for girl groups who have historically had fewer opportunities for major stadium performances compared to their male counterparts.
The success of "JUMP" and the scale of the DEADLINE tour proves that established K-pop acts can maintain their global appeal even after extended hiatuses, setting a new standard for comeback strategies in the industry.