T.O.P “No Changes on YouTube for 2 Years, Updates ‘TOP’ on SNS” Raising BIGBANG Reunion Speculations?
“BIGBANG’s YouTube Channel? Unchanged for Two Years… But T.O.P’s SNS Tells a Different Story”
Recently, claims have circulated among BIGBANG fans that T.O.P’s name and photo were reintroduced on the group’s official YouTube channel. Previously, the channel’s description only listed G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung—excluding T.O.P and Seungri. Fans claim that T.O.P’s name has been added now. However, this turned out to be false. The channel has remained untouched for the past two years, and T.O.P’s name was never removed in the first place. Instead, the real change was observed on T.O.P’s personal SNS.
“T.O.P Updates His SNS to Include ‘TOP’ Again… A Meaningful Move?”
T.O.P reportedly updated his SNS bio, placing “TOP” before his real name Choi Seung-hyun, drawing attention from fans.
In the past, after leaving BIGBANG, he erased “BIGBANG” and “TOP” from all official profiles. In a particularly shocking move, he posted an image of an article calling him “BIGBANG’s T.O.P” with an “X” drawn over the group’s name.
However, with the recent reappearance of “TOP” in his profile, fans are now speculating whether he has not completely severed ties with BIGBANG.
“T.O.P’s Past Actions of Cutting Ties with BIGBANG Resurface”
T.O.P was sentenced to a 20-month prison term with a two-year probation in 2016 after being convicted of marijuana use in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. Following the expiration of his exclusive contract with YG Entertainment in 2022, he officially announced his departure from BIGBANG the following year.
After announcing his departure, he removed all references to BIGBANG from his SNS. T.O.P reportedly blocked fans who mentioned BIGBANG and even cut off social media ties with G-Dragon, further fueling rumors of a complete severance from the group.
“Hinted at Retirement → Joined ‘Squid Game 2’… A Series of Unexpected Career Moves”
Despite hinting at retirement, T.O.P later reversed course and made a comeback through Netflix’s “Squid Game 2”, facing a cold reception from the public. Amid backlash, he belatedly apologized to his former group members.
In an interview last month, T.O.P stated, “I never wanted to cause harm to BIGBANG by staying in the team. Since 2020, I told the agency and members that I wanted to leave. I felt ashamed.” He also confirmed, “I have not been in contact with the members.“
He continued, “I will always support the members and wish for their success. The mistakes I made were mine alone, and I never wanted to burden them with my past. That thought has never changed.” However, when asked about rejoining BIGBANG, he firmly responded, “The mistakes I made were too significant. I have thought about it a lot, but I feel unworthy. Too much time has passed for me to return.”
“What’s Next for T.O.P? Could He Reconnect with BIGBANG?”
While BIGBANG’s YouTube channel remained unchanged, T.O.P’s decision to reclaim “TOP” on his SNS has left fans wondering about his next move.
Is this merely an effort to strengthen his personal brand, or does it hint at lingering ties with BIGBANG? Will T.O.P eventually return to the group? Fans eagerly await his next step.