G-Dragon once again proved his global influence by delivering a breathtaking performance in Paris, leaving a powerful impression on both audiences and the international arts scene.
On January 22 (local time), the K-pop icon took the stage at La Défense Arena during France’s prestigious charity event Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes, a nationwide fundraiser supporting children’s hospitals. G-Dragon was the only Korean artist invited for the second consecutive year, reaffirming his status as a global cultural figure.
A Performance That Blended Cultures and Art Forms
From the moment he appeared on stage, G-Dragon commanded attention with a performance that seamlessly blended ballet, hip-hop, and K-pop into one striking artistic collaboration.
He was joined by legendary ballerina Aurélie Dupont, former étoile of the Paris Opera Ballet, and world-renowned French hip-hop duo Les Twins, known for their work with Beyoncé. Together, the trio created a rare cross-genre performance that transcended language, borders, and artistic traditions.
The collaboration symbolized the universal language of movement and music, highlighting how different cultures can unite on a single stage through art.
Fashion That Spoke to the City of Love
True to his reputation as a fashion icon, G-Dragon’s stage styling drew just as much attention as his performance.
During his song “TOO BAD,” he wore an outfit inspired by the colors of the French flag, effortlessly blending into the Parisian atmosphere. His look featured a custom Chanel jacket paired with a playful “I ♥ PARIS” top, reflecting both elegance and humor.
The styling reinforced his unique ability to merge high fashion with performance art, turning the stage into a living runway.
Broadcast and Upcoming Global Schedule
The special performance will be broadcast nationwide on France 2 on January 30, allowing viewers across France to experience the historic stage.
Meanwhile, G-Dragon continues his busy global schedule. On January 31, he will appear as the main headliner at “K-SPARK in Malaysia 2026” in Kuala Lumpur. He will then return to Seoul for his first-ever solo fan meeting at KSPO DOME from February 6 to 8, followed by stops in Yokohama and Bangkok as part of his international fan tour.
Redefining the Meaning of a Global Artist
Through this Paris performance, G-Dragon once again demonstrated that he is more than a K-pop star — he is an artist capable of building bridges between cultures, genres, and generations.
By uniting ballet, hip-hop, fashion, and K-pop on one stage, he delivered a performance that will be remembered as one of his most symbolic international moments.