Blackpink finds themselves in hot water on their ongoing Deadline World Tour.
The global K-pop sensation, consisting of Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé, has received criticism from fans, claiming that the group’s recent performances have shown “low effort”, “poor synchronization” and a lack of energy on stage.
Their October concerts have generated the most reactions after the October 18 show at the Kaohsiung National Stadium in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. It was the first of two scheduled performances in the region.
After a month-long break following their August 16 concert at Wembley Stadium in London, expectations were high. However, many fans expressed their disappointment online, citing off-beat vocals, lack of chemistry between the members, provocative moves and lackluster choreography.
The backlash quickly spread across social media, with some frustrated fans even calling for the quartet to “retire or break up” rather than continue what they see as “half-hearted” performances.
Adding to the criticism, several memes and sarcastic messages have been circulating following the girl band’s three-day concert series in Bangkok, Thailand, held from October 24 to 26 at the Rajamangala National Stadium.
While Blackpink has previously been criticized for low-energy performances, some fans pointed out that the lead artists often appear less invested during their Asian shows, indicating a possible bias towards Western audiences.
The Deadline World Tour marks a highly anticipated reunion for the group, who first debuted in 2016. About seven months after officially renewing their contract with YG Entertainment in late 2024, the girls embarked on the Deadline tour in Goyang, South Korea. This was Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rose’s first appearance together in over two and a half years.
The tour continues around the world, with performances in North America, Europe and Asia, ending in January 2026.
