Controversy over fan neglect and vandalism at YG headquarters... BLACKPINK holds full-group 10th-anniversary event amid various controversies [Comprehensive]

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Amid an increasingly chaotic atmosphere both inside and outside following controversies over fan neglect and a vandalism incident at YG Entertainment (hereinafter YG) headquarters, the group BLACKPINK is set to reunite as a full four-member lineup for their 10th debut anniversary.

On the 7th, their agency YG announced, "After label verification, it has been confirmed that all four BLACKPINK members (Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa) will attend the 10th-anniversary meet-and-greet."

BLACKPINK is set to mark their 10th debut anniversary on the 8th. However, just ahead of this significant milestone, controversies continued over fan event operations and preparations for the commemorative activities.

Initially, BLACKPINK's side did not release any separate fan events or commemorative content in advance despite reaching their 10th anniversary. The news of merchandise collaboration with the National Museum of Korea was known as the only commemorative move, leading to expressions of disappointment among some fans.

As the controversy grew, BLACKPINK's side announced preparations for a 10th-anniversary event to meet fans. However, participation was limited to 40 members selected via lottery from registered fan club members, drawing further disappointment from fans.

Criticism continued among fans that the planning was disappointing compared to the significance of the 10th anniversary, citing factors such as preparation time, event scale, and limited participation numbers. Additionally, speculation arose about some members possibly not attending the event, further escalating the controversy.

Previously, YG had announced, "This event will be attended only by some BLACKPINK members (those available due to scheduling)." This raised interest in which members would miss the event, and recent reports of Rosé being spotted in Los Angeles, USA, led to discussions about her potential non-attendance.

In response, Rosé's agency Double Black Label stated on the 7th, "To share this meaningful moment with fans, we have prioritized this schedule from long ago and secured and confirmed all related schedules in advance." Although speculation later arose about Lisa possibly not attending, YG officially confirmed that all members would participate, bringing the related controversy to a close.

However, disappointment remains regarding the event scale and fan participation methods. Given that this is a symbolic moment marking their 10th anniversary, opinions continue that the commemorative event should have been more lavish with greater fan engagement.

Meanwhile, a vandalism incident also occurred at YG headquarters. A 20-year-old woman, identified as A, was arrested on the spot on the 6th for allegedly smashing the glass entrance door of YG's office in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, with a golf club.

It is reported that at the time, A approached YG headquarters holding a golf club and repeatedly struck the entrance door. She was subsequently restrained by police who arrived on the scene, and authorities are currently investigating the exact circumstances of the incident and the perpetrator's motives.

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