G-Dragon is ready for his next era.
The 35-year-old BIGBANG superstar shared a handwritten letter during a recent press conference regarding his future activities on Thursday (December 21).
His new agency, Galaxy Corporation, held a press conference to explain his drug-related case after he was cleared of all suspicions, while confirming that he will be preparing a comeback for 2024.
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The news comes after he left YG Entertainment after 17 years.
“Initially, Kwon Ji Yong (G-Dragon’s real name) planned to personally greet all reporters and fans in the new year. However, after the drug-related investigation concluded, there were many confusing reports, and to clarify this, we hastily decided the day before to hold a press conference, so we ask for your understanding that it was difficult. [for Kwon Ji Yong to attend] and adjust their schedule,” the agency director said in a statement, via Soompi.
He then read G-Dragon’s letter.
“I wanted to personally greet everyone and have a discussion this time, so I’m really sad that I couldn’t do that. I thought a lot about what stories to share and how to greet everyone heading into the new year. As you all know, I went through a difficult time, but the people around me expressed their concern and gave me a lot of encouragement, so I was able to get through it. [this hardship] Well. Thank you all,” the idol wrote.
“When this incident happened, I saw a place that I had not seen until now. While watching the news, I learned that there are an average of 20,000 illegal drug users each year and that the number of teenage drug offenders has increased dramatically. I also learned the painful truth that of these 20,000 people, not even 500 per year can receive treatment through these treatment facilities.”
“That’s why I thought I should act. For the sake of those who are exposed and helpless and for the people who don’t know they are going down the wrong path, I plan to actively work to eradicate and eradicate drugs. I want to share the opportunity with many people who did not have the opportunity to receive treatment. Furthermore, I want to act as a system to protect those who do not have strength on their side as someone’s older brother, brother and companion so that the unfair events that weak people experience are not repeated,” he wrote, revealing that it is forming a base.
“I decided to create a foundation to undertake this activity sincerely and continuously. The foundation will stand alongside those who have suffered harm and pain from the prejudice and injustice of our world, and we hope to create a society where everyone lives together while being treated with equality and fair respect. Through music and artistic activities that artist Kwon Ji Yong and his fans love, we will solve social problems such as drug eradication, inequality and injustice, and while providing opportunities by supporting artists who did not have the opportunity, I plan to train future generations who will do the same job as me,” he said.
“If the foundation sprouts the seeds of these activities, we can undertake peace campaigns and impartial land campaigns with many great artists and fans who empathize with meaningful activity, and I believe we can create the dream of a world without prejudice that be in harmony with diversity. This is how Kown Ji Yong plans to start 2024. I will take on all my responsibilities and come back, take responsibility as an artist and also take on social responsibilities. I hope that everyone will also assume their respective responsibilities in their roles.”
“I believe the world changes when thoughts and feelings like these come together to act. This was also an eventful year for me. The reason why I was able to organize all this so well is because I am not alone and it occurred to me to never give up and gain more strength since we are together all over the world. I want to express that thanks to the VIP fan club who protected me with love and considered it their own topic from beginning to end. I didn’t lose strength and I didn’t feel alone. Because I am grateful to everyone, I want to dedicate more efforts to making the world a better place through music and of course as an artist. After establishing this foundation, I want to make the first donation on behalf of everyone,” he continued.
“This significant beginning with my new partner Galaxy Corporation was made possible by YG, who made me who I am today. I spent a long period of more than 20 years as a trainee, as a BIGBANG, and as a soloist, and the numerous achievements I gained through great effort were made possible by the entire family I was with in YG. I will remember this in my heart forever as long as I continue with my activities. Everyone, finish the rest of 2023 well with your families and colleagues, and I hope you join us in our steps towards a brilliant society. Let us all love each other. From Kwon Ji Yong.”
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Source: vcmp.edu.vn