YG Entertainment's removal of BIGBANG has drawn reactions from V.I.Ps, who discussed the agency's decision to delete one of K-pop's icons on its official website.
Here's what people are saying.
YG Entertainment Discreetly Removes BIGBANG from Official Website, VIPs React
On January 11, Korean netizens gathered in a forum, where they discussed BIGBANG's removal from YG Entertainment's site.
In the post, the author uploaded two screenshots from the agency's homepage, only showing the tabs of YG Family, BLACKPINK, TREASURE, and BABYMONSTER, highlighting BIGBANG's absence.
"They had BIGBANG as a group and GD x Taeyang but it's all gone now," OP remarked.
Korean V.I.Ps were in favor of BIGBANG's removal, saying that the agency should've deleted the group ever since their contract expired in 2022.
Read their comments below:
"They should've removed them since last year, but it took them so long."
"They still sneakily kept them even when their contracts all expired. Anyways, congrats on perfectly leaving YG."
"This is f**king refreshing. They finally shook off the dirty YG."
"Seems like GD was trying to be considerate towards YG. He knew that they would incur damages, so he stayed close with them until BP's renewal."
In a different platform and X (Twitter), fans were nonchalant with the reveal, and expressed how it was basically "over" for YG Entertainment with its most notable artist gone from the roster.
"So YG has only 3 groups now? Wow."
"Ironic how BIGBANG were the ones that built them and the ones that screwed them over too."
"They all left YG. Just Taeyang is under them in a different label so of course they have to delete them as a group."
Fans know how much BIGBANG is recognized as the "Kings of K-pop." From their debut in 2006 to their rise to stardom, the group made waves across the music scene with their songs, talent, and charismatic stage presence.
The second generation of K-pop, also known as the "Golden Era," was also full of groups who contributed to its rise and how it experimented with various genres, creating its distinct tone and color.
When it comes to live performances and passion for music production, BIGBANG members took it home with their commendable showmanship and creativity. These are just some of the factors that made BIGBANG a legendary pillar, which set the standard high in the industry.
In other news, G-Dragon has left YG Entertainment after 17 years. The agency shared a brief statement, wishing the artist the best of luck in his endeavors.
What's your reaction to BIGBANG's removal on YG's website? Let us know in the comments below!
