On August 27, the Korean outlet Dispatch published a report which claimed that Big Bang's G-Dragon was no longer dating Japanese model, Kiko Mizuhara. While the couple has not previously provided official confirmation of their relationship, the article issued by Dispatch claimed that they were no longer dating, due to their rigorous work schedule.
Dispatch cited that the alleged couple parted ways due to a decision to place a stronger emphasis on work than the pursuit of love. An unnamed source who is allegedly close to the stars provided quotes for the article. "Both sides are focused on their work," said the source, in their statement to Dispatch. "G-Dragon poured most of his time into the [Big Bang] album, which meant they were away from each other."
The source went on to state that the schedule of the Big Bang world tour also placed a strain on the alleged relationship. The tour, in support of the album "MADE," spans 15 different countries including Mexico, Austraila, the United States and China. With its unique concept, "MADE," was released in increments of two tracks per month. In addition to activities with Big Bang, G-Dragon was also an active participant in the recent "Infinite Challenge" music festival which yielded the chart-topper, "Mapsosa."
A report published by Mwave included a quote from a representative at YG Entertainment, who would neither confirm or deny the relationship. According to Mwave, this statement was provided to a reporter by phone. "On our part, we have nothing to say," said a representative for YG, in a statement published by Mwave. "We never said that they were seeing each other. We don't know about their dating or breakup."
Dating rumors surrounding G-Dragon and Kiko Mizuhara have been on-going, for several years. In October 2014, their dating allegations culminated in a full pictorial published by Dispatch, which the publication used to justify its claims regarding their relationship.
What are your thoughts on G-Dragon and Kiko Mizuhara? Is this another case where a K-pop idol was afraid to publically date, due to the reaction of their fans?
