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Unseen Vintage Clips of BIGBANG’s G-Dragon Spark Nostalgia Among Fans

2024-11-10

Author: Wei

In an exciting blast from the past, rare footage showcasing G-Dragon, the iconic “King of K-Pop,” has resurfaced, giving fans a glimpse of his remarkable journey in the Korean entertainment industry. With an impressive career spanning nearly two decades, it's hard to believe that G-Dragon initially began his performing career at such a tender age.

G-Dragon, born Kwon Ji Yong, started his path in the music world at just six years old as a part of the children’s group Little RooRa in 1994. Despite the group’s brief existence, his talent was undeniable, leading to a pivotal moment when he was scouted by SM Entertainment. After five years of rigorous training there, G-Dragon was later recruited by YG Entertainment, following a serendipitous meeting with Sean of Jinusean. His commitment and skills eventually led to his debut as a crucial member of the legendary boy band BIGBANG.

On November 7, nostalgia hit hard when the MBC Archive YouTube channel unveiled a treasure trove of clips featuring G-Dragon's younger self from the 1990s and early 2000s. This compilation includes segments from the MBC children’s show "Ppoppoppo" and "10 O’Clock!" – a program that aired from 1996 to 1998. Fans were mesmerized to see a young G-Dragon charming audiences even then.

Additionally, the MBC Archive video showcased snippets from "Infinite Challenge," a groundbreaking variety show that started in 2005, recognized as the first "real-variety" program in Korean television history. In these clips, fans can witness G-Dragon's dynamic energy, where he amusingly teaches the cast how to shuffle, a dance move that was all the rage at the time.

Beyond the nostalgia of childhood performances, G-Dragon has continually made headlines with his bold fashion choices and artistic ventures. Recently, he became the talk of the town for his unique and audacious use of a Chanel bag, which landed him as the number one trending topic in Korea.

As G-Dragon continues to cement his influence in the music industry, fans eagerly await what the future holds for this multi-talented artist. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to relive these nostalgic moments and witness G-Dragon's evolution from a young child star to an international powerhouse in K-Pop!