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G-Dragon

The latest news on G-Dragon, South Korean rapper and singer-songwriter, including music news and updates.

Born

18 Aug 1988

Industry

Entertainment, K-Pop

Job Title

Singer

K-pop, Mandopop, other Asian pop

G-Dragon’s back, and he’s rewriting the rules of K-pop with his success

G-Dragon’s triumphant comeback sees him topping charts and selling out concerts, proving his enduring appeal in spite of past challenges.

15 Mar 2025 - 5:15PMvideocam

Fashion

How does Chanel haute couture get made? We toured the maison’s ateliers

3 Mar 2024 - 10:00AM

Hong Kong society

Lunar New Year in Hong Kong: 5 places to go dragon-spotting in the city

10 Feb 2024 - 3:00PM

K-pop, Mandopop, other Asian pop

Korean TikTok star covers BTS’ Idol, IVE’s I Am and more on her zither

Oh Hyun-ji uses the plucked zither – a traditional Korean instrument – to cover K-pop songs like BTS’ Idol and IVE’s I Am, as well as other pop tunes and soundtracks, in popular videos on TikTok and YouTube.

15 Jan 2024 - 7:23PMvideocam

Oh Hyun-ji uses the gayageum - a traditional Korean instrument - to cover K-pop songs like BTS’s Idol and IVE’s I Am, as well as other pop tunes and soundtracks, in popular videos on TikTok and YouTube. Photo: Instagram / @Yageum_Yageum

Trending in China

Cheerful Chinese driver sings, gives passengers gifts bringing online delight

A ride-hailing driver in China has earned admiration for his jovial demeanour and well-intentioned acts of kindness towards his passengers.

12 Jan 2024 - 9:02AM

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | I Did It My Way: Andy Lau plays an enigmatic crime lord in silly thriller

Andy Lau’s drug lord in crime thriller I Did It My Way comes off as unreasonable to the point of being comic, and confusing writing and a superficial depiction of Asia’s dark web only add to the farce.

9 Jan 2024 - 5:15PMvideocam

Special Report - Jewellery

From Harry Styles to Pharrell, all these men have worn women’s jewellery with pride

Bucking a trend of more than 200 years – which saw men eschew beautiful adornments – brands like Dior, Hermès and Versace are embracing feminine jewellery for men

2 Jan 2024 - 4:00PM

Harry Styles rocking feminine jewellery the 2019 Met Gala, which carried the theme “Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion”. Photo: WireImage

K-pop, Mandopop, other Asian pop

K-pop and K-drama stars born in Year of the Dragon, from Yeji to Im Si-wan

People born in the Year of the Dragon are said to be creative, confident and curious – and there are several who are K-pop and K-drama stars, from actors Park Seo-joon and Kim Soo-hyun to rapper G-Dragon.

12 Jan 2024 - 10:29AM

South Korea

Cost of fame: South Korean actor’s suicide sparks outrage over privacy invasion

Lee Sun-kyun’s passing raises questions about privacy and media exposure during police investigations, particularly for public figures.

31 Dec 2023 - 12:51PM

South Korea

South Korea police defend drug probe of ‘Parasite’ actor who was found dead

Lee Sun-kyun was investigated over allegations of illegal drug use, and Incheon police say the entire process was justified and done with the actor’s consent.

28 Dec 2023 - 6:20PMvideocam

South Korea

South Korean police clear K-pop star G-Dragon of drug allegations

The BigBang singer was let off after police failed to obtain testimonies to support the charges against him.

20 Dec 2023 - 11:28AMvideocam

G-Dragon arrives at a police station in Incheon, South Korea, on November 6. Photo: AP

Fashion

How Seoul-based avant-garde brand We11done carves its niche – interview

Style sits down for a rare chat with Jessica Jung, co-founder of Seoul-based avant-garde brand We11done, to speak about identity, blurred boundaries between fashion and art, and more

19 Dec 2023 - 12:41PM

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | 5 reasons Hong Kong’s financial hub status is secure

Hong Kong’s fundamentals actually put it in a position of unique strength. It’s the gateway to mainland China and the top clearing centre for the renminbi, while the city’s cosmopolitan charm is appealing to talent.

8 Dec 2023 - 4:33PMvideocam

Style Edit

Style Edit: Chanel cruise 2023-24 set sail in Shenzhen with A-listers in tow

Barbiecore came to China – Shenzhen took on a Los Angeles vibe for the night with stars and fashion insiders treated to roller skaters and retro styles

20 Nov 2023 - 11:13AM

The Chanel cruise 2023-24 collection brought Hollywood and Barbiecore to Shenzhen in China, with A-listers from around the world there to view Virginie Viard’s latest styles. Photos: Handout

Menswear

Inside Pedder Arcade, Hong Kong’s new luxury lifestyle destination

Dapper duo Mark Cho and Alan See are on a mission to suit up Hong Kong’s WFH-weary men through their new The Armoury boutique, and now the new Pedder Arcade development

16 Nov 2023 - 12:00PM

Inside Hong Kong’s new luxury lifestyle destination, Pedder Arcade inside the historic Pedder Building in Central. Photography: Edward Chan Tsz Fung

Fashion

Is Pharrell’s Louis Vuitton Millionaire Speedy the priciest bag ever made?

At US$1 million, the new Louis Vuitton bag is only for an elite clientele, but there have been more expensive pieces made over the years – so who designed them and how much did they cost?

15 Nov 2023 - 5:26PM

Vietnam

2 South Koreans, 1 Chinese, among 18 sentenced to death in Vietnam drug bust

Vietnam, close to the lawless ‘Golden Triangle’ region that covers parts of Laos, Thailand and Myanmar, is a leading executioner globally.

12 Nov 2023 - 10:36PMvideocam

South Korea

K-pop’s G-Dragon says ‘no truth’ to claims he took drugs, amid police crackdown

A series of arrests in recent months, including chaebol heirs and celebrities, on drug charges have prompted authorities to step up a crackdown.

6 Nov 2023 - 5:05PM

K-pop star G-Dragon arrives at a Seoul police station for questioning on Monday. Photo: AFP

K-pop, Mandopop, other Asian pop

Fans react to K-pop star G-Dragon being charged over drug use

Big Bang singer G-Dragon was charged this week by police in South Korea with illegal drug use, after news of an investigation of a Parasite actor over similar alleged offences.

26 Oct 2023 - 4:31PM

Fame and celebrity

Will Taylor Swift really do the 2025 Super Bowl half-time show?

After Rihanna’s performance at the Super Bowl half-time show this year, Usher is set to perform in 2024, but music watchers think the stars are aligning for Taylor Swift to follow – we investigate

17 Oct 2023 - 4:54PM

Chanel

9 male celeb rocking Chanel ‘fits, from Pharrell to G-Dragon

Male celebs are increasingly donning Chanel’s iconic designs, from its tweed jackets to handbags – so apart from Pharrell Williams and Usher, which other stars are wearing the French luxury label?

15 Oct 2023 - 4:00PM

Male celebrity endorsements are solidifying Chanel’s growing presence in menswear, from Park Seo-joon and Maluma to Usher. Photos: Getty Images, Chanel

Luxury cars

Inside Rolls-Royce’s new, yacht-inspired US$30 million Droptail Roadster

With a design that resembles a hi-tech luxury yacht, an Audemars Piguet timepiece on the dashboard and comparisons to the Bentley Batur, here’s what you need to know about Rolls-Royce’s latest release

23 Aug 2023 - 4:00PM

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd. has just revealed the latest of its exclusive coach-built series, the Rolls-Royce Droptail. Photo: Rolls-Royce

Blackpink

Is Blackpink’s Lisa dating an LVMH heir – and will she end her YG contract?

Blackpink’s Lisa has been making headlines lately for her rumoured romance with an LVMH heir and contract termination speculation – here’s what you need to know

18 Jul 2023 - 12:10AM

Hong Kong society

Dragon Boat Festival returns to Hong Kong, but turnout still under pre-Covid mark

Attendance of 100,000 expected throughout day for Sun Life Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships 2023.

23 Jun 2023 - 2:34PMvideocam

Blackpink

Blackpink’s Jennie takes Hollywood in dazzling TV series debut

K-pop queen Jennie from Blackpink just made her Hollywood debut, appearing in HBO’s new series The Idol with Lily-Rose Depp – so is she any good?

7 Jun 2023 - 3:16PM

Blackpink’s Jennie promoting HBO’s The Idol at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in France on May 23. Photo: Reuters

Fame and celebrity

Inside ‘King of Mandopop’ Jay Chou’s ultra-rare car collection

It’s no secret that Chou is a car enthusiast ... here’s everything you need to know about his ultra-rare collection, from Ferrari and Lamborghini hypercars to a custom-made Batmobile

3 Jun 2023 - 9:00AMvideocam

Taiwanese superstar Jay Chow has an impressive collection of supercars, ranging from hypercars made for Formula One racing to classic American cars. Photo: @jaychou/Instagram

Celebrity style

Move over, Goop! 4 Asian celebrities who own successful lifestyle brands

From ‘King of K-pop’ G-Dragon’s Peaceminusone and Taiwanese superstar Jay Chou’s Phantaci to Bollywood icon Priyanka Chopra’s Anomaly, here are 4 hit brands launched by Asian stars

3 Jun 2023 - 7:00AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Anna Cathcart, the rising Gen Z star on Netflix’s XO, Kitty

Airing on May 18, XO, Kitty is the spin-off from film series To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, starring Cathcart in the titular role – and the 19-year-old has stirred up plenty of showbiz buzz already

19 May 2023 - 12:10AM

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