K-pop icons: Get to know all of Blackpink’s gorgeous members

Blackpink has remained one of the defining forces in global pop since its 2016 debut under YG Entertainment. The quartet—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—has continued to rack up chart records, streaming milestones, and high-profile appearances while balancing group commitments with individual projects. Their Netflix documentary Blackpink: Light Up the Sky captured the early years, but the story has kept moving. Recent releases and tours show the group still operating at peak commercial and cultural reach.

Group Comeback and Recent Milestones

The 2023 group contract renewal with YG runs through December 2026, and the members have kept the schedule full. February 2026 brought the EP DEADLINE, which broke the Hanteo first-day sales record for a K-pop girl group release. The Deadline World Tour that year mixed full-band sets with solo segments, giving each member space to showcase separate material. In 2026 Blackpink also became the first artist to reach 100 million YouTube subscribers, extending their long-standing dominance on the platform.

Solo Careers Overview

Every member has now released at least one major solo project. Jennie launched her own label, Odd Atelier, and partnered with Columbia Records for the 2025 album Ruby. Rosé released Rosie in late 2024 and scored a global hit with “APT.” alongside Bruno Mars. Lisa dropped Alter Ego in 2025 and booked the first K-pop solo Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace. Jisoo issued the mini-album Amortage the same year and followed it with an Asia tour. These releases sit alongside continued group work rather than replacing it.

Fashion and Global Ambassadorships

The members now hold several major fashion contracts. Rosé serves as global ambassador for Saint Laurent. Lisa holds the same role for Louis Vuitton. All four walked the 2026 Met Gala together, marking the first time the full group appeared at the event. These partnerships have placed them on red carpets and campaigns that reach far beyond music audiences.

Acting Breakthroughs

Jisoo expanded her screen work with leading roles in the 2025 series Newtopia and the 2026 Netflix drama Boyfriend on Demand, plus a supporting turn in the film Omniscient Reader. She received the Canneseries Rising Star Award in 2026, becoming the first Asian actress to win the honor. Lisa made her acting debut in season three of The White Lotus and is attached to the upcoming film TYGO. The shift from cameos to lead credits has drawn new attention to the members as individual performers.

Contract Status and Future Outlook

The current YG group deal ends in December 2026. Solo activities already run through separate labels and partners, giving each member flexibility while the quartet remains active. Reports confirm plans for continued group releases before the contract window closes. Fans are watching how the members navigate the next phase, whether that means another renewal or a new structure.

Blackpink’s early breakthrough relied on tight choreography, distinctive vocal and rap lines, and a clear visual identity. The same elements still drive the group, now layered with solo catalogs and acting credits that keep each member visible year-round. The 2025–2026 cycle has shown they can sustain both collective impact and individual growth without one diminishing the other.