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Witnessing BLACKPINK Make History from the VIP Section at London’s Wembley Stadium

BLACKPINK make history headlining Wembley—an electrifying VIP pit view of record-breaking hits, solos, surprises & a night of pure K-pop power

This wasn’t just another tour stop. This was the moment BLACKPINK—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—became the first K-pop girl group to headline this iconic venue. The energy inside Wembley Stadium was electric, charged with the kind of collective anticipation you only get when tens of thousands of people are about to witness history. You could feel the weight of that from the second the house lights went down.

Up Close and Personal

From the VIP standing area near the stage, we had an unmatched view of BLACKPINK, with the palpable energy of Wembley Stadium’s 70,000 person crowd behind us. A sea of glowing hammer-shaped lightsticks pulsed in time with the deafening chants, a visual echo of the heart-pounding build-up.

Details are magnified from the VIP pit – the charisma in the K-pop group’s expressions, the precision in their choreography, and the sheer power of their stage presence. The intimacy of being so near makes it feel less like you’re watching a performance and more like you’ve been pulled into the BLACKPINK world.

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Every move, every hair flip, every perfectly timed gesture hits with a precision that’s even more powerful when you can see it unfold just a few feet away. The closeness makes it feel personal, as if you’re drawn into their performance rather than just observing it, and it leaves you awestruck at the level of dedication and intensity they bring to every single beat.The show started with a one-two-three punch of Kill This Love, How You Like That, and Pink Venom; each one a full-scale assault of pyro, lasers, and razor-sharp choreography. The bass pounded right through your chest. It was a clear statement: They didn’t come to Wembley to play. They came to conquer.

The Rise to Global Superstardom

Blackpink’s journey to Wembley is one for the record books. The group debuted in 2016 and quickly made a name for themselves with their genre-bending sound and fierce image.

They were the first K-pop group to have four number-one hits on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart. Their hit DDU-DU DDU-DU became the first music video by a K-pop group to reach one billion views on YouTube. They also made history as the first K-pop girl group to perform at Coachella in 2019, a massive step in their takeover of the global music scene.

Over the years, Blackpink has consistently broken barriers and set new records. Their album The Album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200, the highest-charting album by a K-pop girl group at the time.Their previous Born Pink tour was a historic undertaking, with a staggering attendance of 1.8 million fans across 66 shows in 34 cities, becoming the highest-grossing concert tour by a female group in history. The Wembley shows on the Deadline tour now add to that legacy, proving that their global popularity is not slowing down.

A Masterclass in Performance and Pop Prowess

After the explosive opening, the group seamlessly moved into more of their hit songs, including Playing With Fire and Shut Down. The choreography was a highlight, intricate and precise, with the members moving in perfect sync. During Playing With Fire, the massive video wall behind them split into four, allowing for close-ups of each member as they danced around the catwalk. This clever staging made sure everyone in the massive stadium felt connected to the performance.

The setlist flowed perfectly, mixing older hits with more recent favorites. Pretty Savage was a standout, with the four singers floating in and out of picture frames before ending the song at a golden ballet barre. The whole crowd was singing along to Lovesick Girls and Forever Young felt like a hymn to their friendship, a truly special moment of unity.

The live band they’ve been touring with added a new level of energy, giving tracks like Whistle and Boombayah an added bite. You could feel the added weight of the drums and guitars, making the whole experience feel more grounded and human.

Solo Superstars, United as a Force

After years of individual ventures, the question on everyone’s mind was whether the group could still operate as a cohesive unit. The answer was a resounding yes. If anything, their solo careers have made them a stronger, more confident group. They each got a moment to shine, and it wasn’t just a simple break in the set; it was a showcase of their individual artistry.

First up was Jisoo, whose solo stage felt like a dream sequence with confetti and the kind of high-note vocals that prove she’s earned her stripes. Her performance of Earthquake and Your Love was pure elegance.

Then Lisa hit the stage, a full-blown rock star with a trio of songs including her high-octane track Rockstar. She wore a custom fuzzy pink outfit, a clear nod to the trendy Labubu dolls she loves, showing off her unique style and rabble-rousing energy.

Jennie followed with the kind of cool swagger only she can pull off, complete with her signature sunglasses. Her hit Like Jennie had the whole stadium vibing.Rosé’s section was equally compelling, as she went for a pop-punk vibe on Toxic Till the End and had everyone singing along to her Bruno Mars collaboration, APT.

“‘Jump’ to the Beat and a Nostalgic Surprise

The tour also served as a stage for their new single, Jump, a track that feels like it was engineered for a stadium-sized rave. It’s a high-energy Euro-banger, and you could tell the group knows what they have on their hands because they played it not once, but twice. The first time, it was a full-on production number, and the second was a more stripped-down, playful encore performance. I watched from the front row as they danced freely, tossing their heads back and forth like they were in a garage band, their smiles radiating pure joy.

But the night’s biggest surprise came on the second night. The crowd, still buzzing from the first performance of Jump with its reference to “spice up your life,” got a shock. The band returned for their encore and did a surprise cover of the Spice Girls’ Wannabe.

The crowd lost it. It was a fitting nod to the group whose record they’d recently surpassed for the highest-grossing tour by a female group.

“Epic dream”

The group was clearly emotional about the night. Lisa called it “an absolute honour to be performing here at Wembley Stadium,” adding, “We’re absolutely in awe at all of you guys [for] rocking up and making this possible.” Rosé echoed the sentiment, saying, “The last time we were here [in London] was insane but this was just a whole other level. We’re really grateful that you guys stuck around and supported us.” Jennie added that the whole thing felt like an “epic dream” that “still feels a little unreal.”

The show ended on a high note. As they gathered for a group hug, all eight of their thumbs raised skyward, it was a promise that this wasn’t an end. It was the beginning of a new chapter for the biggest girl group in the world.