BIGBANG 19th Anniversary 2025: K-Pop Legends Reunite for Special YouTube Content
K-pop legends BIGBANG marked their 19th debut anniversary on August 19, 2025, with an emotional reunion that sent fans worldwide into celebration mode. For the first time since 2017, all three active members appeared together in special content on Daesung's popular YouTube channel "Zip Daesung."
Historic Reunion After Years Apart
BIGBANG officially debuted on August 19, 2006, at Olympic Gymnastics Arena in Seoul during the YG Family 10th Anniversary Concert. The anniversary reunion featured G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung gathering at "Daesung House" for an intimate celebration that captured hearts across social media.
The trio sang "Happy Birthday, beloved BIGBANG, happy 19th anniversary" while blowing out candles on their anniversary cake, creating an emotional moment that highlighted their enduring friendship despite individual career pursuits.
New Content Launch: "Daesungbanga" Radio Series
Alongside the group celebration, Daesung launched his new content series "Daesungbanga" (대성방가) on August 19, 2025. According to his agency R&D Company, this radio-style format emphasizes "watching is a plus, listening is the essence," focusing on audio-first storytelling that connects past and present.
The inaugural episode premiered at 8 PM KST, featuring Daesung's transition from last year's "Daesung Restaurant" concept to his new DJ persona, complete with professional radio equipment and headphones.
Star-Studded Anniversary Special
The full anniversary episode aired on August 22 at 6 PM KST, featuring notable guests including 2NE1's CL, SEVENTEEN's Hoshi, actors Go Kyung-pyo and Son Na-eun, and the Kwon twins. The celebration temporarily renamed the show "Gip Dae-Ssun" with G-Dragon serving as MC.
Recent BIGBANG Reunion Timeline
This anniversary marked the latest in a series of recent reunions:
- September 2024: The members reunited during Taeyang's "THE LIGHT YEAR" solo concerts, performing classics like "Bang Bang Bang" and "We Like 2 Party"
- November 2024: They delivered a surprise performance at the 2024 MAMA Awards, their first live performance since 2017
Looking Ahead: 20th Anniversary Plans
Taeyang confirmed during a CNN New Year's Eve broadcast that BIGBANG has special events planned for their 20th anniversary in 2026, promising fans more celebrations ahead.
Current Group Status
BIGBANG now consists of three active members following Seungri's 2019 retirement and T.O.P's departure in May 2023. Despite these changes, the remaining trio continues to maintain their bond through periodic reunions that delight their dedicated fanbase, known as VIPs.
The 19th anniversary celebration demonstrates that BIGBANG's influence as the "Kings of K-pop" remains strong, with their reunion content generating significant fan engagement and trending across social platforms globally.
