The wait for Blinks is almost over as BLACKPINK officially announces its comeback with its third mini album, Deadline. It is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026. The announcement was made through the group’s official Instagram account. It was also accompanied by a teaser that instantly sparked excitement and joy across the fandom. The album title ‘deadline’ aligns with the name of their ongoing world tour, further hinting at a tightly connected musical and conceptual era for the group.
Adding to the anticipation, the group’s 2025 single Jump is widely expected to appear on the official track list. While this has not yet been confirmed by the label, and believe the song’s energetic sound fits perfectly with the album’s theme and the tour’s high-intensity performances.
BLACKPINK: Earlier Work, Tours, Albums, and Global Impact
This comeback marks BLACKPINK’s return after nearly three years since their second studio album Born Pink, which was released in 2022. Following the album, the group embarked on a massive global tour and delivered unforgettable performances. One of their most iconic moments during this period was their performance at Coachella. In that performance, they further cemented their status as global pop icons.
During the hiatus, all four members focused heavily on their solo careers. Rosé released her album Rosie, and Jennie followed with Ruby. Lisa explored a darker persona with Alter Ego. Jisoo debuted her EP AMORTAGE. Their solo journeys also included notable collaborations, such as Rosé’s track APT. with Bruno Mars, and Jisoo’s collaboration with Zayn on EYES CLOSED. Jisoo also expanded her career to acting, appearing in the K-dramas such as Newtopia.
Fans’ Reactions and Growing Anticipation
Blinks have shown overwhelming excitement following the announcement, flooding the comment sections with celebratory messages, theories, and countdown posts. However, some fans expressed disappointment that Deadline is a mini-album, especially after such a long group hiatus. Others voiced frustrations toward the label for the comparatively slower pace of group releases when contrasted with the members’ solo projects.
Despite these concerns, the excitement far outweighs the criticism. With the release just weeks away, anticipation continues to build, and fans are eagerly awaiting BLACKPINK’s long-awaited return as a group.
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