BLACKPINK lands on Korean stamps in tribute to global K-pop phenomenon

“Korea Post said Thursday it will release a commemorative BLACKPINK stamp collection on June 16, featuring 10 stamps and a special collector’s packet carrying portraits of the group’s members. The agency said the release recognizes BLACKPINK's role in expanding the global reach of K-pop and elevating the profile of Korean popular culture. Since debuting in August 2016, BLACKPINK has emerged as one of the world’s most commercially successful girl groups, propelled by international hits including “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” “Kill This Love” and “How You Like That.” The group’s second studio album, “BORN PINK,” became the first album by a K-pop girl group to surpass 2 million sales, while its third EP, “DEADLINE,” recorded the highest first-week sales for a K-pop girl group, according to Korea Post. BLACKPINK also became the first Asian act to headline the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and the first K-pop act to headline a major concert at Hyde Park in London. The group has also appeared at United Nations events promoting sustainable development goals. The commemor

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