Prime Video announced today that the Korean series Newtopia will be coming to the service. Top stars Park Jeong-min and Blackpink’s Jisoo will be leading the highly anticipated zombie apocalypse series. The story centres on Lee Jae-yoon (Park Jeong-min), who is serving his compulsory military service, and his girlfriend Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), as they race to be reunited in zombie-infested Seoul. Prime Video customers in Malaysia and more than 240 countries and territories, excluding Korea, can watch episodes of Newtopia on February 7, 2025. Having started his mandatory military conscription at a later age, Jae-yoon faces anxiety about his future. Due to challenges from being apart from his girlfriend Young-joo, they have a sudden break-up after an argument. However, a zombie outbreak spreads across the city, forcing Jae-yoon to step up as leader of his squad. Meanwhile, Young-joo experiences her own difficulties as a rookie in the workforce. She is frustrated with Jae-yoon due to him misunderstanding her heart. While on her way to see him, she witnesses the zombie rampage and adapts in order to survive. The first look stills foreshadow a dynamic story encompassing happy times between the couple as well as the world thrown into chaos by zombie attacks. Thinking of each other first as boyfriend and girlfriend, the pair run across a zombie-laid city to be together again.Award-winning actor Park Jeong-min is known for his versatility and impressive acting range. After debuting through the acclaimed film Bleak Night in 2011, he has acted in numerous films and series. Amongst his many awards, he won the Best New Actor Award for his role in Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet from both the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Blue Dragon Film Awards. He also received the Best Supporting Actor Award for his acting in Deliver Us From Evil from both of the aforementioned prestigious awards shows.

This August, BLACKPINK fever will be in your area as the iconic global artist celebrates their 8th anniversary. Comprised of JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ and LISA, BLACKPINK has dominated global charts with their mega hit songs, capturing the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. 

To commemorate this milestone and honor BLINKs, who fuel one of the biggest fandoms in the world, BLACKPINK has teamed up with Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming platform, to bring a host of special surprises to the This is BLACKPINK playlist.

From their record-breaking rise to global superstardom, BLACKPINK has made colossal waves on Spotify. Their Spotify streams tracked an average year-on-year growth of over 110%, and the group now has over 13 billion streams on the platform. Their tracks have been added to over 71 million user-generated playlists, and their top five most streamed songs alone: “How You Like That,” “Kill This Love,” “Pink Venom,” “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” and “Shut Down,” have collectively garnered over 4 billion streams . 

Further testament to the group’s resonance with listeners worldwide, their top markets on Spotify now span the USA, Indonesia, Mexico, the Philippines and Brazil.  

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To celebrate #8YearswithBLACKPINK, Spotify is treating BLINKs to a series of special surprises on the This Is BLACKPINK playlist. From August 1 till BLACKPINK’s debut anniversary on August 8, the playlist will pay homage to a different BLACKPINK era each day, taking listeners on a journey through the group’s most iconic milestones. 

Adding to the excitement, daily digital sharecards will be available on the playlist, giving fans 8 ways to flex their fandom. From discovering how you rank amongst BLACKPINK listeners, to uncovering your most recent favorite BLACKPINK songs and more, be sure to stay tuned to This is BLACKPINK to discover and express how you’ve stanned. 

Here’s how it works: 

1. Tune into This is BLACKPINK from August 1 - 8 to rediscover a different BLACKPINK era each day. The playlist will refresh daily at 12PM KST.
2. When you’re on This is BLACKPINK, you might get a special digital sharecard  depending on your BLACKPINK streaming habits, so keep a lookout during this period to see how you’ve stanned.  
3. Flex your fandom and fuel the celebrations of #8YearswithBLACKPINK by uploading your sharecards on social media. 

“It’s been thrilling to witness the growth of BLACKPINK throughout the years,” said Jungjoo Park, Head of Music Korea, Spotify. “Our #8YearswithBLACKPINK campaign bolsters our commitment to supporting Korean artists in reaching and deepening their connections with listeners worldwide, and we hope fans enjoy the special surprises we have in store for them.” 

Spotify’s efforts to connect BLACKPINK with listeners across the globe have played an instrumental role in igniting passion from their fandom over the years. In addition to spotlighting their music on flagship playlists such as Today’s Top Hits and K-Pop ON!, Spotify has also brought listeners a variety of exclusive experiences to bring fans closer to the members. This includes the Enhanced Album for their 2020 “The Album” and the BORN PINK: The Pop-Up Experience in Los Angeles in 2022. 

Head on to Spotify’s For The Record blog post for more on the campaign. 

In a groundbreaking move that marries the worlds of music, fashion, and athletic wear, PUMA has officially announced their latest partnership with Rosé, the powerhouse vocalist of the iconic K-pop group BLACKPINK.

Rosé has established herself as a dominant and inspiring force in the K-pop world, as well as a style icon in her own right. Through the partnership, Rosé will bring her vision, voice, and unique insights to PUMA’s global campaigns and storytelling. As the new face of the brand, Rosé will spearhead the “Rewrite the Classics” initiative, breathing new life into PUMA’s most celebrated designs and ensuring they resonate with a contemporary audience.

Rosé says, “I am so excited to join the PUMA family. I cannot wait for my fans to join my next chapter with PUMA.”

Joining PUMA Sportstyle ambassadors who have had a transformative impact including Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, Dua Lipa, and Skepta, Rosé kicks off her partnership wearing the PUMA Palermo, styling the iconic low-top in her own way. As part of this elite roster, Rosé’s role promises to be multifaceted, leveraging her musical prowess and fashion-forward mindset to redefine PUMA’s classic offerings.

Maria Valdes, Chief Product Officer for PUMA, expressed her excitement about the partnership: “Rosé’s remarkable influence on music, fashion, and culture globally are such an inspiration. We are thrilled to embark on this journey with her, where she will play a diverse role, leveraging her knowledge and vision to help us redefine our classic space. Her unique perspective will be instrumental in amplifying PUMA’s "Rewrite the Classics" program highlighting franchises like Palermo, and Speedcat, amongst others. We are delighted to welcome her to our PUMA family, and we eagerly anticipate the accomplishments we will achieve together” .

Rosé’s journey to stardom is nothing short of inspiring. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, she discovered her passion for music early on. Mastering the piano and guitar, she honed her singing and songwriting skills, eventually rising to global fame with BLACKPINK. Rosé’s debut album ‘R’ was released in 2021 with a lead single "On the Ground,” which broke the record for the most-viewed music video in the first 24 hours on YouTube by a solo K-pop artist. Rosé is also the winner of a Hanteo Music Award, and a Mnet Asian Music Award, and boasts the honor of being the first artist to top the Billboard Global 200 as a soloist and as part of a group. 

With Rosé’s influence, PUMA is poised to embark on a transformative era, blending its rich heritage with the dynamic energy of one of today’s most influential artists. Fans worldwide eagerly await the innovative campaigns and stylish collections that this powerful collaboration is sure to produce.

This summer, Starbucks will unite with phenomenal K-pop Girl Group BLACKPINK to unleash a new experience that is set to excite the legions of BLINKs in Malaysia. From July 25 for a limited time, the exclusive collaboration will unveil an iconic new BLACKPINK-themed Frappuccino, along with a limited-edition collection of stylish drinkware and lifestyle merchandise, at select Starbucks stores in Malaysia.BLINKs and Starbucks fans alike can look forward to a brighter, bolder, and more exciting summer with a bevy of vibrant offerings embodying the endearing spirit and inimitable style of the sensational group that has captured hearts and minds around the globe. Fans will be tickled pink by the BLACKPINK + STARBUCKS® collection, an epic line-up of 11 types of drinkware and six lifestyle accessories featuring a signature contrasting pink and black color palette and funky graffiti motifs. The limited-edition merchandise evokes the girl group’s playful vibes and dynamic energy, while showing off confidence with an edge to live the best summer. Be sure to be a Starbucks Rewards member to be the first few BLINKs to have a taste of the beverage on 23 July! The excitement doesn’t stop there for Starbucks Rewards members as you get to be the first to get your hands on the BLACKPINK + STARBUCKS® collection! Exclusively in Malaysia, Starbucks is offering a pre-sale opened on 21 July for the first 190 customers. Save the date and be sure to check out @mystarbucks on Instagram to not miss out on the pre-sale registration details.For more information about the collaboration, please visit www.starbucks.com.my.

The world-renowned K-pop girl group, BLACKPINK returned to Malaysia on 4 March for their sold-out 'Born Pink World Tour' held at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil. Rhis was the second time the group performed in Malaysia, and their sold-out concert attracted a massive crowd of 60,000 fans from all over Malaysia and neighboring countries. The concert was a night to remember, filled with spectacular performances and surprises for the fans.

OREO, the world’s favourite cookie, launches the OREO x BLACKPINK collaboration across Malaysia. Fans of both the cookie and these K-Pop royals will be able to head to leading retailers across the country to find these limited edition cookies on shelves. In this collaboration, all OREO cookies in the regular flavours of OREO Vanilla and more will don the chic limited edition packaging, delighting fans with its full variety of flavours. Moreover, BLACKPINK fans (BLINKs) will also enjoy two iconic BLACKPINK-inspired flavours born out of this collaboration — “Black” version featuring Oreo cookie with pink strawberry cream filling and “Pink” version featuring a Pink Oreo Cookie with dark chocolate cream filling. OREO x BLACKPINK is OREO’s latest collaboration with some of the biggest names in show business, joining the ranks of OREO x Lady Gaga at the edge of glory, a campaign that ran in the U.S, Canada and Europe in 2021. OREO x BLACKPINK will be exclusively sold in Asian markets, including Malaysia as well as Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam & South Korea. In Malaysia, OREO x BLACKPINK will run from 1st Feb til 30th April. Fans from the region can indulge in these special edition cookies in celebration of BLACKPINK’s stylish march across the Asian leg of their BORN PINK world tour.Promotions for OREO x BLACKPINK, include a nationwide contest in stores where OREO is available. Simply purchase RM15 worth of any OREO products, scan a QR code in-store or send your details to 017-3341211 on Whatsapp and be in the running to win a luxury trip to KOREA! Other prizes include official BLACKPINK merchandise as well as signed copies of the Born Pink album. The contest will run from 1st Feb until 30th Apr 2023. 

Following a sold-out show for BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] SINGAPORE which will be held at the National Stadium on 13 May 2023 (Sat), Live Nation Singapore is thrilled to announce a second show for the K-pop legendary female group on 14 May 2023 (Sun) at the same venue. BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] SINGAPORE: 

Attention foodies and BLACKPINK fans! The pre-orders are live for the much-awaited OREO X BLACKPINK Limited Edition Special Bundle Pack! 

Euphoria ensues with BLACKPINK fans across the nation as their favourite global top artists are coming to Malaysia next year! To add on to the excitement, Boost, a leading regional full spectrum fintech arm of Axiata and the main sponsor for the upcoming BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] KUALA LUMPUR, is giving away exclusive opportunities for its users to win tickets for BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] KUALA LUMPUR. The fintech-exclusive giveaway contest is part of Boost’s Rewards 2 No End campaign which runs from 8 December 2022 to 7 January 2023.

 

K-pop legends BLACKPINK will be performing in Singapore at the National Stadium on 13 May 2023. It marks the girl-group’s second world tour following the BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [IN YOUR AREA].

BLACKPINK’s latest release second full album [BORN PINK] debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Top 200 Album sales. The massive project, [BORN PINK] became the very first K-pop female group in history to make a double million seller. Currently, BLACKPINK’s ‘Shut Down’ surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. The song has also been in Hot 100 and Global 200 Billboard charts for 3 consecutive weeks since its release, showing BLACKPINK’s unmatched influence. Adding on to their phenomenal album release, the group successfully launched the world tour with their 2-show concert in KSPO DOME, Seoul. 

Presented by YG Entertainment and promoted by Live Nation, [JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ, and LISA] will kick off the largest ASIA tour in the history of female K-pop group tour next year on January 7th and 8th in a row at National Stadium in Bangkok, then more upcoming stops including Hong Kong, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Kaohsiung, Manila, and Singapore. 

Ticket Sale Details (Singapore)

Weverse Presale: 21 Nov 2022

PayPal Presale: 22 Nov 2022

Live Nation Members Presale: 23 Nov 2022

General Public Sales: 24 Nov 2022

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Today, BLACKPINK fans can connect more deeply with their favorite K-Pop girl group through Spotify’s Blend feature. With Blend, listeners can merge their personal musical tastes and create personalized playlists that combine their favorite tracks with BLACKPINK’s. 

All K-POP fans around the world, ATTENTION PLEASE!! 

Calling all K-Pop stans! BLACKPINK is back in your area with the highly anticipated release of their second studio album, BORN PINK. To celebrate their comeback, the superstar girl group collaborated with Spotify to give all users around the world* the ability to listen to the album for free as many times as they want, and in any order they wish for the first week of release. 

 BLACKPINK “The Virtual” concert, the first ever in-game concert by PUBG Mobile event in Petaling Jaya Performance Art Centre (PJPAC), 1 Utama organised by FIGHT ESPORTS was a hit! Enthusiastic BLINKS and Kpop fans have gathered to watch the forever showstopper female quartet.