G-Dragon, the leader of the renowned K-pop group BIGBANG, has been noticeably absent from the latest "YG Entertainment Quarterly Report."

Released on May 15th via the Electronic Disclosure System (DART), the report has captured attention due to G-Dragon's status as the group's leader following T.O.P's official departure.

According to YG Entertainment's "Quarterly Report (March 2023)," which details major contracts and research and development activities, the names of singers and actors contracted with the company as of March 31, 2023, are listed.

Despite being the only remaining member of BIGBANG still affiliated with YG Entertainment, G-Dragon's name was notably missing from the report.

This has led to speculation among music fans that G-Dragon may not be renewing his contract and could be parting ways with YG Entertainment.

Reports indicate that YG Entertainment and G-Dragon are currently in the process of coordinating the schedule for contract renewal.

At the beginning of this year, G-Dragon had made an announcement regarding his active promotional plans.

In a video released on YG Entertainment's official YouTube channel on January 1st, he stated, "I would like to take this opportunity to announce that I will be coming back this year with album preparations and various activities." This statement generated significant public interest and anticipation.

Meanwhile, BIGBANG recently celebrated their 18th anniversary since their debut on August 19, 2006, marking a significant milestone for the iconic group.

Member T.O.P had previously revealed his departure from BIGBANG through a personal social networking service on the last day of the previous month, leaving G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung as the remaining members of the group.

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Lee Jun Young and Apink’s Jung Eunji are winning hearts worldwide with their latest K-drama Pump Up the Healthy Love, and fans can’t get enough.

Airing on KBS 2TV every Wednesday and Thursday, Pump Up the Healthy Love has quickly turned into a must-watch drama.

Blending fitness, comedy, and romance, the series has been praised for its fresh concept — and it's now gaining huge popularity both in Korea and overseas.

As of May 15, the drama has aired six episodes and already ranked No.1 on WAVVE’s “Drama TOP 20.” On Disney+, it also climbed into the “Today’s Top 10 in Korea” list, proving its rising buzz.

Internationally, it’s killing it too. In Taiwan, the show hit No.1 on the drama chart and No.2 overall on the country’s top OTT platform, friDay Video.

Over on Rakuten Viki — a go-to site for K-drama fans around the world — the show landed in the weekly Top 3 across North and South America, Europe, Oceania, the Middle East, and India in just its second week.

Even more impressive, it’s been No.1 in 82 countries, including Brazil, Mexico, the UK, France, and Saudi Arabia, for two weeks straight!

Fans are loving the hilarious yet heartwarming vibe, flooding the internet with comments like:

“Lee Jun Young and Jung Eunji’s chemistry is next level. They’re meant to be.”

“This drama will give me abs from laughing.”

“I want to work out at a gym with Director Do.”

“Is this drama trying to make us exercise or eat midnight snacks?”

“So charming and cozy — it’s a total feel-good watch.”

“Kim Jong Kook would love this show. It’s going to blow up!”

The story doesn’t just focus on gym workouts, but also shows emotional healing and personal growth. Lee Jun Young plays the charismatic gym director Do Hyun Joong, while Jung Eunji plays the bold and relatable Lee Mi Ran. Their “muscle flirting” and fun banter are bringing a fresh energy to the K-drama scene.

With strong storytelling, lovable characters, and hilarious yet touching epilogues in every episode, Pump Up the Healthy Love is shaping up to be one of the most unexpected hits of the year.

Are you watching it yet? If not, it might be time to join the fun (and maybe start hitting the gym too)!

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