- BLACKPINK’s Full-Group Comeback: After a three-year hiatus, BLACKPINK is reuniting with a new album and world tour under YG Entertainment.
- BTS Completes Military Service: HYBE’s BTS is set to return as a full group, marking a decade since their iconic The Most Beautiful Moment in Life trilogy.
- Global Tours & New Debuts: SM and JYP Entertainment celebrate milestones and expand global reach with tours, anniversaries, and new artist debuts.
The K-pop industry is set to soar in 2025 as the Big 4 labels—YG, HYBE, SM, and JYP Entertainment—plan landmark events that will energize fans worldwide. BLACKPINK’s long-awaited comeback under YG Entertainment is a key highlight, promising new music and a world tour after three years of solo ventures.
Beyond these major acts, SM and JYP Entertainment are also making waves. SM celebrates its 30th anniversary with an SM Town Live world tour featuring both legacy and rising stars, while JYP’s Stray Kids embark on an expanded dominATE tour.
K-Pop’s Global Renaissance: 2025’s Bold Plans
YG Entertainment’s BLACKPINK comeback headlines the year, reuniting the group for the first time in three years. This return promises not only new music but also a global tour that fans have eagerly awaited. TREASURE, another YG group, is also making waves with new leadership and ambitious album plans.
HYBE’s BTS stands out as they return as a full group, marking a milestone for fans and the industry alike. Meanwhile, Seventeen continues its world tour, and NewJeans faces a critical legal battle, underscoring the complexities of managing rising stars.
SM Entertainment takes a celebratory approach with its 30th anniversary, bridging the past and future of K-pop. The agency’s new girl group debut and a multi-city SM Town Live tour reflect its ongoing commitment to innovation.
JYP Entertainment focuses on its touring giants, Stray Kids and Day6, as they dominate stages worldwide. From North America to Latin America and Europe, JYP’s artists are solidifying their global presence, drawing record-breaking audiences along the way.
K-pop’s Big 4 are orchestrating a dynamic 2025, blending nostalgia, innovation, and global expansion. Fans can anticipate groundbreaking moments and transformative performances.
“Music brings people together, even across borders.” This sentiment embodies K-pop’s essence as YG, HYBE, SM, and JYP
