🎀 BLACKPINK announces DEADLINE, their new mini album scheduled for release on February 27, 2026
The global phenomenon BLACKPINK is back! After a period marked by solo projects and a world tour, the group has officially confirmed the release of its third mini-album, entitled DEADLINE, for February 27, 2026.
🗓️ What happened
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🎧 BLACKPINK has announced via YG Entertainment the release of its mini-album DEADLINE, scheduled for February 27, 2026, at 1 p.m. (KST).
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📅 Pre-orders began on January 15, 2026, at 11 a.m. (KST) and will continue until February 26, 2026.
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📀 DEADLINE is the group's third mini-album in Korean (and fourth overall), following their last album Born Pink released in 2022.
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🎶 The album will likely include the single "Jump, " released in July 2025 and already very well received by the public.
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🗣️ In a message to fans on Weverse, BLACKPINK described DEADLINE as capturing their energy, musical evolution, and bold direction for 2026.
🌟 Why it matters
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🔥 DEADLINE marks BLACKPINK's first collective project in several years, since each member has been pursuing successful solo careers (Rosé, Lisa, Jennie, Jisoo).
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📈 This EP comes at the end of their Deadline World Tour, one of the most ambitious world tours ever undertaken by a K-pop group, which will conclude on January 26, 2026, in Hong Kong.
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🎵 With Jump reaching the top of several international charts, expectations for DEADLINE are very high, both artistically and commercially.
🧠 Artistic context
DEADLINE comes at a pivotal moment for BLACKPINK:
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after successful solo projects (solo albums, international collaborations);
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after consolidating their global popularity via the Deadline World Tour;
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and in a market where K-pop groups compete on the global charts.
This mini-album is therefore eagerly awaited not only for its musical qualities, but also as a symbol of a new era for the band.
📌 Key points to remember
✔️ DEADLINE will be released on February 27, 2026
✔️ This is BLACKPINK's third mini-album
✔️ Pre-orders are open from January 15 to February 26, 2026
✔️ The album will likely include the hit single Jump
✔️ The album is eagerly awaited after a highly successful tour
🛍️ Where to pre-order and what to choose on MUNWA
👉 Pre-order DEADLINE and discover it now:
➡️ BLACKPINK albums & collector's editions on MUNWA
💡 Tip: Consider choosing an edition that includes a photobook or goodies if you want a unique collector's item.
💬 And you, BLINK...
What kind of music or vibe are you expecting on DEADLINE?
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📌 Main sources
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Forbes: Official announcement from DEADLINE 📅
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Pitchfork: confirmed release date and background details
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Times of India: further confirmation from the fanbase
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YG Entertainment (official): pre-order info & versions