It is not a matter of being shabby... Just a single 6,900-won rice cake, BLACKPINK's 10th anniversary 'insincere' finale [Star Issue]

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Controversy over the group BLACKPINK's (BLACKPINK) "poor treatment of fans" continues to flare up daily.

Marking their 10th debut anniversary on the 8th, BLACKPINK alienated even Blink (their fandom name) with a hastily organized fan event.

An announcement was posted just two days before the event, limiting winners to only 40 people, sparking criticism over "poor treatment of fans." Eligibility for entry was restricted to Weverse members who had not been actively managed by BLACKPINK for over a year, further fueling controversy. Moreover, the announcement stated "some members" and "members available due to schedules," publicly exposing the members' passive attitude and drawing widespread backlash. Ultimately, it was confirmed that all four members—Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa—would attend in full, but this decision was only finalized one day before the event. The venue was also announced only on the afternoon of the 7th as Seoul National Museum (National Central Museum).

Finally, eldest sister Jisoo took charge on the 8th to issue a public apology. She bowed her head and said, "Many Blinks are upset, so my heart feels heavy. Thank you for celebrating our 10th anniversary, and I am once again sorry for causing such great disappointment."

However, given how hastily it was organized just days ago, the commotion surrounding the main fan meeting continues. Despite being labeled "global idols," the event proceeded in a shabby manner. The issue, predictably, remained accusations of "insincerity." Although 40 fans were invited, the event concluded in less than 30 minutes, and reports poured in that BLACKPINK offered only a single 6,900-won rice cake as a "reverse tribute." Fans expressed their disappointment, calling it a matter of "sincerity."

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