A Special Invitation for G-Dragon from France's First Lady Sparks Excitement (+BTS J-Hope, BLACKPINK Rosé)

G-Dragon, BTS's J-Hope, and BLACKPINK's Rosé Unite in France!

South Korea’s biggest K-pop stars, including BIGBANG G-Dragon, BTS J-Hope, and BLACKPINK Rosé, are set to gather in France for a special occasion. These global icons have been specially invited by Brigitte Macron, France’s First Lady and head of a hospital foundation, to participate in the Yellow Coins Charity Event(GALA DES PIECES JAUNES), an initiative aimed at building hospitals for children and supporting mental health care for youth.

According to Galaxy Corporation(GD's Agency), G-Dragon will perform on January 23 (local time) at the La Défense Arena in Paris, one of Europe’s largest indoor venues. This star-studded charity event, organized for a noble cause, offers European K-pop fans a rare opportunity to witness their idols live. For those unable to attend, the event will be broadcast on France’s national TV channel, France2, ensuring that fans across the country can be part of the experience.

G-Dragon’s Recent Hits and Upcoming Projects

G-Dragon continues to make waves in the music world. Last October, he released his digital single POWER, marking his first solo release in over seven years, followed by Home Sweet Home in November, a collaboration with BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung. Both tracks received widespread acclaim, reaffirming his status as a trailblazer in the industry.

Beyond music, G-Dragon is set to make his return to television with 'Good Day', a highly anticipated variety show produced by Kim Tae-ho, one of Korea’s most beloved producers. The show, premiering globally on Disney+, features a star-studded lineup of guests, including G-Dragon’s close friends such as comedians Jung Hyung-don and Jo Se-ho, BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung, and ZE:A alum Kwanghee. Actors Kim Go-eun, Kim Soo-hyun, Im Si-wan, Jung Hae-in, and Hwang Jung-min, as well as idol groups aespa and SEVENTEEN’s unit BSS, will also make appearances. Furthermore, G-Dragon has also been selected as the new advertising model for Hana Financial Group, one of South Korea’s leading financial institutions, further solidifying his influence and popularity.

A Global Spotlight on K-pop

The Yellow Coins Charity Event not only highlights K-pop’s far-reaching influence but also emphasizes its stars’ dedication to meaningful causes. As fans eagerly anticipate G-Dragon’s performance and future projects, this gathering in France is poised to be another milestone in the global K-pop phenomenon.