Update: G-Dragon Confirmed To Be Receiving Ankle Surgery

Updated May 17 KST:

YG Entertainment confirmed the news and said, “G-Dragon is planning on returning [to the military] a few days after surgery.”

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An exclusive report from TV Chosun claims that BIGBANG’s G-Dragon, who is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service, has been admitted to a university hospital in Seoul to receive ankle surgery.

The report states that G-Dragon received treatment for his right ankle at the hospital in mid-April. The hospital recommended surgery, so G-Dragon is now admitted and will be getting surgery.

According to the report, the ankle surgery is not for an injury incurred during his military service. Sources from the hospital and army said that he experienced ankle pain prior to enlistment.

Previously, a Chinese news outlet revealed images of G-Dragon wearing a blue ankle brace. At the time, fans were concerned that the singer sustained an injury during training.

G-Dragon enlisted on February 27 and was assigned in a unit under the 3rd Infantry Division. He is scheduled to be discharged on November 26, 2019.

Stay tuned for updates.

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BIGBANG’s Seungri Gives Fans Spoilers About His Upcoming Solo Album

BIGBANG’s Seungri has promised fans an exciting comeback.

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On May 12, Seungri performed at the Youth Festival. He began, “My solo album is coming out in the summer. Yang Hyun Suk will announce it.”

In response to the crowd’s loud cheers, Seungri gave fans another spoiler.

He continued, “This solo album is full of songs that you guys will really like. It’s filled with vibes where I can party like crazy with you guys. I worked with the composer who wrote the Billboard hit Camilla Cabello’s ‘Havana’ and also with famous foreign DJs.”

Referring to being the only BIGBANG member currently not in the military, Seungri added, “I will have very good news to tell you guys very soon about my solo concert. As the remaining BIGBANG member, I’ll make you guys happy.”

Seungri commented, “I’ll show you musically, and many of you have been enjoying my recent television appearances, so I’m going to appear on broadcasts, as well. Let’s have fun together this summer. This time, it’s going to be really amazing.”

In addition to his activities in Korea, Seungri will embark on a Japanese solo tour, holding a total of six concerts in Chiba, Fukuoka, and Osaka.

Are you looking forward to Seungri’s solo album?

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BIGBANG’s SEUNGRI Collaborates with World-Famous DJ, Alan Walker

[CBS 노컷뉴스=김현식 기자] Group BIGBANG’s SEUNGRI collaborated with world-famous DJ, Alan Walker.

According to YG Entertainment, SEUNGRI will release his first collaborative single ‘Ignite’ created through cooperation with the EDM label ‘LIQUID STATE’ on the 11th.

The new single will feature the EDM artist Alan Walker who is known for his hits including ‘Faded’ and ‘Alone’, along with Julie Bergan, the Norwegian Pop star.

LIQUID STATE is an EDM label founded by Sony Music Entertainment and Tencent Music Entertainment Group.SEUNGRI has recently been named as an honorary ambassador of the label.

2018. 5. 10.

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BIGBANG’s “Fantastic Baby” Becomes Their 1st MV To Reach 350 Million Views

BIGBANG has achieved an impressive YouTube milestone!

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The music video for “Fantastic Baby” surpassed 350 million views on April 29 at approximately 3:30 p.m. KST. This is about six years, one month, and 14 days after the music video’s release on March 27, 2012 at 12 a.m. KST.“Fantastic Baby” is the third K-pop group music video to achieve 350 million views. Both BTS’s “DNA” and TWICE’s “TT” reached the milestone in the past month. The only other K-pop group music videos with over 300 million views are BIGBANG’s “Bang Bang Bang,” BTS’s “Fire” and “Dope,” and BLACKPINK’s “Boombayah.”

Congratulations to BIGBANG on another achievement!

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BIGBANG’s Seungri Teams Up With DJ Alan Walker And Julie Bergan For Special Collaboration

BIGBANG’s Seungri is releasing new music in an epic collaboration!

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On May 11, Seungri will release his first collaboration with his new EDM label Liquid State. The song is titled “Ignite” and will feature world-class disc jockey DJ Alan Walker and Norwegian singer-songwriter Julie Bergan.

DJ Alan Walker partnered with producer K-391 to produce the track and will be unveiling it during Liquid State’s worldwide EDM tour “Liquid Nights.” Specifically, “Ignite” will be played at the first “Liquid Nights” stop at the nightclub Burning Sun, with Seungri and other DJs in attendance.

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BIGBANG’s Seungri Reveals His Approach To Dating And Romance

BIGBANG’s Seungri talked about his dating style on SBS’s “Romance Package.”

See Also: Watch: iKON Works At BIGBANG's Seungri's Ramen Shop For A Day

On May 9, Seungri appeared on the show as a special MC. “Romance Package” is a reality dating show where 10 contestants go on vacation together for three nights and four days.

Seungri first appeared on last week’s episode when the contestants were introducing themselves. About joining the show, he previously said, “I’m filling in for Jun Hyun Moo for one day. I want to give viewers explanations from the perspective of a man in his 20s. Since I’ve become a ‘romance guide,’ I want to make many couples.”

On co-hosting with Lim Soo Hyang, he stated, “Lim Soo Hyang and I are the same age and she’s also a senior from college. We have the same perspective as people in their 20s so we had many things in common while observing the situation or while talking about the contestants.”

The contestants on the show must appeal to the person they like over the course of three nights and four days. The singer shared his thoughts on how he approaches someone he likes. Seungri said, “I think you should clearly express if you like or dislike someone. I speak straightforwardly to the woman I like.”

He also commented on the meaning of romance. Seungri began, “I think dating and romance are things you learn more about when you’re faced with them. In that sense, I think of the word ‘youth,’ who daringly take on the challenge.”

The BIGBANG member added, “It won’t be easy, but I’m expecting about three resulting couples. I hope the viewers will stay tuned until the end.”

“Romance Package” airs on Tuesdays at 11:10 p.m. KST.

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BIGBANG SEUNGRI’s First Solo Tour in Japan! 6 Concerts in 3 Cities… SEUNGRI’s Heyday Begins

[마이데일리=여동은 기자] BIGBANG’s SEUNGRI will hold his first ever solo tour in Japan.

On upcoming August and September, SEUNGRI will meet the fans through his first ever solo tour in Japan titled ‘SEUNGRI 1ST SOLO TOUR 2018’, consisted of 6 concerts in 3 cities including Chiba, Fukuoka, and Osaka. 

SEUNGRI’s first Japan tour will be held on August 11 and 12 at Makuhari Messe Event Hall, on September 5 and 6 at Fukuoka International Center, and at September 19 at 20 at Osaka-Jo Hall. 

SEUNGRI has recently raised expectations on his solo activities by writing “The DJ tour has ended, and my solo album will release very soon. You will be surprised” in Japanese on his social media. 

SEUNGRI’s Japanese debut solo album ‘LET’S TALK ABOUT LOVE’ released back in 2013 received love from Japanese fans, and was placed at no. 1 on Oricon’s Daily Album Chart. 

Furthermore, SEUNGRI gained popularity in Japan by appearing in variety programs and dramas including TBS’ ‘Sanma No Super Karakuri TV’, Yomiuri TV’s ‘Downtown DX’, and Fuji Television’s ‘Tunnels Thanks to Everybody’. He was also a host MC on Fuji Television’s Sakigake! Ongaku Banzuke Eight’.

All 4 members of BIGBANG excluding SEUNGRI including T.O.P, leader G-DRAGON, TAEYANG, and DAESUNG are currently serving their active military duties. 

SEUNGRI, who noticed to be active as an entertainer before his enlistment in the army, is currently displaying his talk skills in variety programs including MBC’s ‘I Live Alone’ and SBS’ ‘Ugly Duckling’. Meanwhile, he is working hard to finish his album for his solo comeback as an artist.   

2018. 5. 8.

Source: YG Life

BIGBANG’s T.O.P And Lee Byung Hun Enjoy A Reunion Meal

Actor Lee Byung Hun and BIGBANG’s T.O.P were seen having a meal together.

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On May 8, it was revealed that the two stars ate together at a famous Pyeongyang noodles restaurant in Cheongdam, Seoul. A photo of them was uploaded on the social media of their mutual friend. T.O.P is gazing comfortably at the camera while Lee Byung Hun is smiling amiably in the same direction.

Both Lee Byung Hun and T.O.P starred in the drama “Iris” in 2009. T.O.P is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service as a public service worker.

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iKON Works At BIGBANG’s Seungri’s Ramen Shop For A Day

On the latest episode of “iKON TV,” iKON’s Junhoe and Chanwoo spent a day working at their labelmate Seungri’s ramen restaurant!

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During the May 5 broadcast of iKON’s reality show, all seven members of the group took on various part-time jobs in order to earn money to put toward the production costs of their next music video. Bobby, Yunhyeong, and Donghyuk went to work at a kids’ cafe, while B.I and Jinhwan spent the day working at a kindergarten for dogs.

Junhoe and Chanwoo ended up working at one of BIGBANG’s Seungri’s ramen restaurants, with Seungri’s sister showing them the ropes and acting as supervisor. On the way there, the two idols couldn’t help hoping that Seungri would compensate them generously for their time, with Chanwoo asking optimistically, “Wouldn’t he give us about 20,000 won [approximately $18.65] per hour? I’m hoping it’ll be at least 15,000 won [approximately $14], since it’s Seungri hyung.”

Once they arrived at the restaurant, the iKON members immediately dove into their work, moving bottles of water and taking care of various kitchen tasks like slicing stalks of scallion. While slicing the scallion, the two idols struggled as they kept tearing up uncontrollably—only to discover when they were nearly finished that they were supposed to have been wearing protective glasses.

Although Seungri wasn’t at the restaurant, Junhoe and Chanwoo called the BIGBANG member during their lunch break to let him know that they were doing fine. A Japanese fan also happened to recognize Junhoe while he was serving her, to the delight of the other customers who were with her.

After a long day of hard work, Junhoe and Chanwoo met up with Seungri to receive their wages. The two idols couldn’t hide their smiles when Seungri presented them with a thick envelope of cash, eagerly opening the envelope to see how much he’d paid them.

However, both iKON members immediately cracked up when they realized just why the envelope had been so thick—Seungri had paid them in 1,000-won (approximately $0.93) bills.

Junhoe and Chanwoo then thanked Seungri for the opportunity, as well as their wages (each of them received 40,000 won [approximately $37.30] for the day) before leaving to meet up with the rest of their members.

Check out a clip of Junhoe and Chanwoo working at Seungri’s restaurant below!

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Watch: iKON Works At BIGBANG’s Seungri’s Ramen Shop For A Day

On the latest episode of “iKON TV,” iKON’s Junhoe and Chanwoo spent a day working at their labelmate Seungri’s ramen restaurant!

See Also: (G)I-DLE's Jeon Soyeon Reveals She Decided To Become An Idol Because Of BIGBANG

During the May 5 broadcast of iKON’s reality show, all seven members of the group took on various part-time jobs in order to earn money to put toward the production costs of their next music video. Bobby, Yunhyeong, and Donghyuk went to work at a kids’ cafe, while B.I and Jinhwan spent the day working at a kindergarten for dogs.

Junhoe and Chanwoo ended up working at one of BIGBANG’s Seungri’s ramen restaurants, with Seungri’s sister showing them the ropes and acting as supervisor. On the way there, the two idols couldn’t help hoping that Seungri would compensate them generously for their time, with Chanwoo asking optimistically, “Wouldn’t he give us about 20,000 won [approximately $18.65] per hour? I’m hoping it’ll be at least 15,000 won [approximately $14], since it’s Seungri hyung.”

Once they arrived at the restaurant, the iKON members immediately dove into their work, moving bottles of water and taking care of various kitchen tasks like slicing stalks of scallion. While slicing the scallion, the two idols struggled as they kept tearing up uncontrollably—only to discover when they were nearly finished that they were supposed to have been wearing protective glasses.

Although Seungri wasn’t at the restaurant, Junhoe and Chanwoo called the BIGBANG member during their lunch break to let him know that they were doing fine. A Japanese fan also happened to recognize Junhoe while he was serving her, to the delight of the other customers who were with her.

After a long day of hard work, Junhoe and Chanwoo met up with Seungri to receive their wages. The two idols couldn’t hide their smiles when Seungri presented them with a thick envelope of cash, eagerly opening the envelope to see how much he’d paid them.

However, both iKON members immediately cracked up when they realized just why the envelope had been so thick—Seungri had paid them in 1,000-won (approximately $0.93) bills.

Junhoe and Chanwoo then thanked Seungri for the opportunity, as well as their wages (each of them received 40,000 won [approximately $37.30] for the day) before leaving to meet up with the rest of their members.

Check out a clip of Junhoe and Chanwoo working at Seungri’s restaurant below!

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