BLACKPINK Smashes Records: Highest-Grossing Concert by a Group, Earns $11.4 Million at Sold-Out Las Vegas Show

The legendary K-Pop powerhouse, BLACKPINK, has once again etched its name in the annals of music history, achieving three unprecedented records that solidify their global dominance. Lisa, Jennie, Jisoo, and Rosé, collectively known as BLACKPINK, have transcended the realm of K-pop stardom to become unparalleled global sensations, marking their status as the highest-grossing vocal group ever.

The groundbreaking achievement unfolded during BLACKPINK’s spectacular performance at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on August 18, 2023. The sold-out show generated an astounding $11.429 million, making it the highest-grossing concert by a vocal group in history and further establishing BLACKPINK’s reputation as a musical powerhouse.

Beyond the United States, BLACKPINK captivated Australian audiences with two-night sold-out shows at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena and Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena. The performances accumulated impressive earnings of $4,717,576 and $4,100,980, respectively.

The BORN PINK global tour not only set records in the Americas but also created history in Oceania. BLACKPINK now holds the title for the highest-grossing tour by a female group in Oceania, amassing $8.8 million from 49,071 tickets sold across four shows.

The overall success of the BORN PINK world tour is staggering, with an estimated gross earning of approximately $281,033,955. The average earnings per show reached $4,607,114, attracting an audience of 25,879 fans per performance.

Dispelling recent rumors, BLACKPINK confirmed that they are not splitting up. All four members have extended their contracts with YG Entertainment, putting an end to speculations about a disbandment. While a few members’ personal contracts are still under discussion, BLACKPINK continues to dominate the music scene, leaving an indelible mark on the history of concerts and tours. The world can expect more chart-topping hits and groundbreaking performances from these four trailblazing artists.