The group Big Bang, hailed as a living legend of K-pop, has finally announced the "return of the king" as it marks its 20th anniversary since debut. In particular, this comeback is raising expectations among music fans worldwide because it is a large-scale project carried out in collaboration again with their longtime home, YG Entertainment.
YG Entertainment on the 4th officially posted on its blog the video '2026 YG PLAN | YG ANNOUNCEMENT' and formalized Big Bang's resumption of activities. Yang Hyun-suk, chief producer, said, "We have agreed to hold performances with Big Bang members," signaling an unprecedented move.
This collaboration is significant as both a commemoration of Big Bang's 20-year musical journey and a starting point to announce the continued strength of the "YG familyship" as YG and Big Bang, who have shaped the flow of K-pop together for a long time, reunite. Chief Yang emphasized, "Because we have worked together for a long time, I think there will be no difficulties," and added, "All YG staff will do their best to create a perfect and excellent performance."
Big Bang's 20th-anniversary activities will open with their curtain-raiser at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (Coachella), the world's largest music festival. G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung are scheduled to appear on the Coachella stage in Indio, California, in April under the name "Big Bang."
In particular, YG Entertainment previously fully supported Big Bang's Coachella appearance by officially approving the members' request to use the group name.
The members' determination is also hotter than ever. At his recent fan meeting, G-Dragon directly mentioned the comeback and raised expectations. He said, "This year Big Bang is making a 20th-anniversary comeback. As a member and also as a fan, I too am looking forward to it, and all the members will feel the same," and on a previous world tour stage he showed strong determination, saying, "We're planning the twenty-year reunion of the three of us to be very sexy."
Also, after winning the best male solo award at the "2025 MMA," he said, "It seems like this is the first time a male solo artist has won at the MMA. Once again, thank you to VIP," and added, "I hope we win a group award next year."
The meeting of YG, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and Big Bang, celebrating its 20th anniversary since debut, is expected to cause a new upheaval in the K-pop market beyond merely reproducing past glory. Having produced numerous hits such as "Lies," "Haru Haru" and "Fantastic Baby," they are concentrating 20 years of experience into a global tour that is drawing attention from around the world.
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