BIGBANG T.O.P, known as 'Drinker', will start a wine business.

On April 7, T.O.P posted a photo on his Instagram with the message "Ourwine."

The released photo shows the label paper of the wine made by T.O.P in collaboration with French winemaker Runnebang and Japanese writer Kohei Nawa. 

The name of the wine that T.O.P made by participating in the business is "T'SPOT." 

In this project, T.O.P played the role of curating screening. The running room was in charge of production, and Kohei Nawa was in charge of artwork.

Recently, T.O.P talked about the wine business in an interview with Magazine Prestige Hong Kong.

T.O.P said, "I started to repay the support of my fans," adding, "I wanted to share good wine at a reasonable price. I want to share wine with everyone, not just for certain people."

In the music video for BIGBANG's first comeback song in four years, "Still Life," T.O.P also revealed the name of the wine.

In the music video, there was the letter "T'SPOT" on the back of the white down jacket that T.O.P wore. Along with this, the tower uttered the lyrics, "A New Start."

Meanwhile, YG Entertainment announced the end of its exclusive contract with T.O.P prior to the release of "Still Life."

YG Entertainment said, "We respected T.O.P's opinion that he wanted to expand his personal activities as well as Big Bang, and discussed it well with the members," adding, "He will join Big Bang activities whenever conditions permit."

T.O.P said on Instagram on April 5, "Without YG Entertainment's staff, I wouldn't have come this far. I've been thankful for everyone for the past 16 years," expressing his gratitude to fans.

Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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