Blackpink 10th anniversary controversy: Rosé's past comments resurface

As Blackpink issues consecutive apologies following controversy over fan mistreatment at their 10th-anniversary event, Rosé's past remarks regarding the possibility of members pausing activities and the future of the group are drawing renewed attention. Last January, Rosé appeared on the American podcast 'Call Her Daddy,' discussing Blackpink's group activities and members' futures with host Alex Chu. She stated that if one member felt continuing activities were no longer suitable, everyone would respect that choice, emphasizing that individual decisions should not be ignored. These remarks were initially seen as a display of friendship and trust but now resurface amid criticism of the 10th-anniversary event's poor preparation. The event, held at the National Museum of Korea, featured limited fan interactions and minimal gifts, leading to widespread dissatisfaction. Apologies were issued by Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa, while Jennie expressed gratitude. The controversy highlights Blackpink’s ongoing challenge: balancing team continuity with individual member autonomy. Over the past decade, Blackpink has grown globally, but members have also expanded their careers, raising questions about how to sustain both the group and individual artist identities in the future. The focus now centers on whether the principle of respecting each other’s choices will define Blackpink’s next decade.