In the ever-evolving world of K-pop, the absence of the globally renowned girl group BLACKPINK from the iconic stage of Music Bank has raised eyebrows and ignited passionate debates among fans and netizens.

The group's conspicuous absence from the show has left Knetz buzzing with theories and speculation.

YG Entertainment's ‘Strained’ Relationship with Music Bank: Affecting BLACKPINK's Appearances?

An online forum post on October 24, initiated this latest discussion, with a netizen boldly proclaiming, "The top girl group in Korea with 0 appearances on Music Bank."

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Indeed, BLACKPINK, a group that has dominated charts and stages worldwide, has had a perplexing relationship with one of South Korea's most popular music shows.

According to the online poster, the root cause of this absence lies in the strained relationship between YG Entertainment, BLACKPINK's management company, and Music Bank.

The poster pointed out that YG Entertainment artists have rarely graced the Music Bank stage since Big Bang's last appearance in 2015, a stark contrast to their prominence in the industry.

BLACKPINK, a group that debuted in 2016, has yet to make an appearance on Music Bank since their debut, and fans have been left wondering why such a remarkable and influential group has not graced the show's stage.

A prevalent sentiment among fans is encapsulated in the remark, "There's no need to go to Music Bank because there's nothing good there."

BLACKPINK's Music Bank Absence Sparks Diverse Reactions Among Blinks

The absence of BLACKPINK from Music Bank has triggered a wide range of reactions among netizens and fans.

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Some have drawn parallels to past conflicts between MBC and Big Hit, questioning the reasons behind such disputes.

Read on their comments below:

• "There’s no need to go to Music Bank because there’s nothing good there."
• "Why do they fight? Is it like the fight between MBC and Big Hit?"
• "If BLACKPINK members leave the company and promote as solo singers, I hope that they will appear on Music Bank."
• "It was Music Bank’s fault."
• "BLACKPINK doesn’t need to go to Music Bank."
• "Why is every broadcasting company acting like a bully?"
• "As a fan of BLACKPINK, I have never watched Music Bank in my life."
• "But I don’t think BLACKPINK will have anything to regret."
• "BLACKPINK doesn’t need Music Bank."

Regardless of the ongoing debate, many believe BLACKPINK has nothing to regret, given their global success, chart-topping songs, and dedicated fanbase.

Ultimately, whether or not BLACKPINK appears on Music Bank, their star continues to shine brightly in the K-pop world, leaving fans and netizens eagerly anticipating their next move.

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