On August 17, Jennie (Blackpink) posted an article on a fan communication platform. The female singer shared: "On the occasion of Blackpink's 10th anniversary, not being able to really talk to Blink (Blackpink fandom name) also made me very sad.
I posted this article after completing the final stage in the series of festivals that were scheduled in advance, because I thought that my thoughts would be conveyed better.
Jennie confessed: "In the past 10 years, thanks to everyone, I have received precious moments that I may never be able to experience again.
The love that Blink has for us in every moment has helped us all grow up and be able to paint a bigger future.
Jennie also apologized for the recent controversy surrounding Blackpink's 10th anniversary event. She said: "10 years should have been a day just to share joy and congratulations together, but in the end it left regret for both sides.
From my perspective, I can only sincerely apologize and have nothing to justify. For Blackpink, Blink is the greatest blessing and also the greatest love.
Sorry for showing everyone an image that is not mature enough, and I want to say that I really thank everyone for the past 10 years. I always cherish our predestined relationship in the deepest place in my heart.
She continued to express: "Once again, I would like to send everyone my happiness and boundless gratitude. Congratulations on our 10th anniversary, and I am even more grateful for everyone who has accompanied us.
Jennie concluded: "I will not forget what I have learned and the emotions I have experienced in the past time, and from now on I will also become Jennie who can continue to send love to everyone. Blink, I love everyone".
Blackpink celebrates its 10th anniversary of debut on August 8, 2026. The group organizes a fan meeting event at the National Museum of Korea on this special occasion. However, right before the event took place, fans expressed a lot of frustration.
The management company YG Entertainment only posted an announcement about the event 2 days before it took place, with only 40 randomly selected fans, and did not specifically announce the time and location.
In particular, the announcement said "only some members can attend depending on the schedule", further confusing fans. After that, the fact that all 4 members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa attended was confirmed, but the controversy surrounding the event continued.
In the Kpop industry, the 10-year debut milestone has a very special meaning, so many Blackpink fans expressed disappointment when the group did not have a worthy anniversary event, and at the same time made fans feel unrespected.
Finally, the eldest sister Jisoo apologized in the livestream: "I know very well that this is a 10-year anniversary and also an important day, but problems occurred in the process of communicating with everyone. I am really sorry." After that, Rosé, Lisa and Jennie also successively sent apologies to fans.
