Did BIGBANG Disband? Inside the Legendary K-Pop Group’s Controversies & Which Members Have Left

BIGBANG stands as one of the most iconic and influential groups in K-pop history. Since their debut in 2006 under YG Entertainment, they have left an indelible mark on the industry with global hits like “BANG BANG BANG” and “Fantastic Baby.” Originally a five-member group composed of G-Dragon, Taeyang, T.O.P., Daesung and Seungri, BIGBANG’s journey has been marked by staggering success, internal changes, and significant controversies. So, who’s still in the band?

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Which Members Have Left BIGBANG?

The first major change to the group came in 2019 when Seungri retired from the entertainment industry amid the highly publicized Burning Sun scandal. He was convicted in 2020 of charges including prostitution mediation and embezzlement. Originally sentenced to three years in prison, Seungri’s term was reduced to 18 months in 2022 following his admission of guilt. He was released on February 9, 2023.

In 2022, YG Entertainment announced BIGBANG’s long-awaited return with a digital single, their first in four years. Around the same time, it was revealed that T.O.P had ended his exclusive contract with YG Entertainment. Despite this, he participated in the group’s comeback single, “Still Life,” which was released on April 5, 2022, marking the group’s debut as a quartet.

However, T.O.P later announced on May 31, 2023, that he had fully withdrawn from BIGBANG.

Are BIGBANG Members Still Part of YG Entertainment?

BIGBANG is no longer affiliated with YG Entertainment. Following T.O.P’s departure in 2022, Taeyang left to join The Black Label, a subsidiary of YG, while Daesung also exited to pursue opportunities under a label called R&D.

Finally, in June 2023, G-Dragon’s contract with YG expired, officially ending the group’s relationship with the label. By January 2024, BIGBANG’s artist profile was removed from YG’s website, signaling the group’s independence.

Is BIGBANG Making a Comeback?

While there are no confirmed plans for a formal comeback, fans were treated to a surprise reunion in November 2024 during G-Dragon’s solo stage at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka. The group performed “Home Sweet Home,” “BANG BANG BANG” and “Fantastic Baby,” marking their first live performance together since 2017.

This unexpected reunion has reignited hope among fans for future collaborations, but the group’s long-term status remains uncertain.

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