T.O.P, the iconic member of BIGBANG, is ready to break his silence after 11 long years! The singer and actor, also known as Choi Seung Hyun, will sit down for an exclusive interview on the 15th, where he will finally address the controversies surrounding his career, including his past drug issues, his role in Squid Game Season 2, and more.

This marks T.O.P’s first interview as actor Choi Seung Hyun since his role in the 2014 film Tazza: The Hidden Card, making it an eagerly anticipated moment for fans. T.O.P has not appeared in front of the press for over a decade, making this a major milestone in his return to the acting world.

One of the biggest talking points surrounding T.O.P has been his involvement in Squid Game Season 2, where he plays the character Thanos—a former rapper turned drug addict. His casting has stirred up controversy, particularly because of his own real-life drug conviction in 2017, which led to a suspended prison sentence. Before the show’s release, T.O.P notably skipped the production press conference and promotional events, leading to questions about his involvement.

While T.O.P's acting received criticism in South Korea, his performance has been better received internationally. His portrayal of a drug-addicted rapper became a hot topic, with many viewers making comparisons between his role and his personal past.

Director Hwang Dong Hyuk weighed in on the controversy, explaining, “I didn’t expect it to become such a controversy. I thought enough time had passed, and since the sentence had been served, he could restart his career.” Hwang continued, “After seeing the reactions, I realized my thoughts were short-sighted, but T.O.P showed strong determination. He auditioned and showed great effort and talent despite the concerns.”

Now, all eyes are on T.O.P as he sits down for his first interview in over a decade. Fans are eager to hear if he will discuss BIGBANG’s possible retirement, the drug-related allegations from his past, and the criticism he’s faced for his acting.

The full interview will be released on the 16th, and fans are counting down the days to hear T.O.P’s side of the story.

Meanwhile, Squid Game Season 2 continues to captivate audiences with the return of Gi Hun, who is out for revenge and back in the deadly game. Get ready for the next thrilling chapter in the series, with Season 3 set to drop later this year.

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Former BIGBANG member Seungri (real name Lee Seung Hyun) has officially left Korea to explore new ventures in China.

Although Seungri was recently seen spending time with acquaintances in Seoul, it has now been confirmed that he flew to China last month.

In late February, Seungri held a gathering in Cheongdam-dong with industry figures and business associates, sparking some attention.

Sources close to him now reveal that he traveled to China to explore fresh business opportunities.

An insider shared with MyDaily on April 2, “Seungri had been in Korea until recently, but last month he flew to China. He hasn’t revealed specific plans yet, but he is still deeply interested in the entertainment industry and is looking into various new ventures.”

The source continued, “He has no plans to return to Korea for activities at this time. Given the public scrutiny and harsh opinions, he has no intention of returning to his previous career. However, he is looking into the entertainment industry in China, where he believes he can thrive, and he is likely using his connections to make this happen.”

While Seungri is still associated with the Burning Sun scandal in Korea, which continues to affect his reputation, he reportedly keeps in touch with some people he once worked with, including the third-generation heir of a major Korean company.

Another source close to Seungri explained, “It’s true he has distanced himself from the BIGBANG members, but he is still on good terms with people from his past. He has been casually discussing business ideas with them, and now he’s in China looking for new opportunities.”

Seungri’s controversial past remains a shadow over his career. He was at the center of the Burning Sun scandal in 2019, leading to his departure from BIGBANG. He faced nine charges, including habitual gambling, prostitution, filming crimes, and embezzlement. After being sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, he was released in February 2023 after serving his time.

However, his behavior after his release has continued to draw criticism. Last year, Seungri made headlines again when he suggested bringing G-Dragon to a restaurant event in Cambodia and performed BIGBANG songs at small gatherings, further upsetting the public. His partying lifestyle with no visible signs of remorse sparked more backlash.

Seungri also caused a stir in China when he appeared at a nightclub in Hangzhou on March 18. Chinese media outlets like Sohu.com reported, “He arrived with bodyguards, kept his head down, and remained silent. Despite this, many fans screamed and watched him.”

Chinese netizens expressed their displeasure, with some comments reading, “Foreign criminals shouldn’t be allowed in,” “Why let someone like this into China?” and “He’s gained so much weight since his BIGBANG days.”

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