G-Dragon Looks Visibly Slimmer as BIGBANG Gears Up for Historic Coachella Comeback

G-Dragon has shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of BIGBANG preparing for their first full-group performance at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California. On April 11, the artist posted several candid photos to his private account showing rehearsals at the LA venue, outdoor breaks, and his noticeably leaner frame, a shift that has sparked speculation among fans about the intensity of the group's preparation schedule.

The photos reveal G-Dragon at their temporary LA base, microphone in hand during stage rehearsals, alongside moments of downtime. His visibly slimmer appearance and sharper features have drawn attention as the group enters the final stretch before their Coachella debut. The legendary K-pop group, which debuted in 2006, will perform approximately 60 minutes on the Outdoor Theatre stage, one of Coachella's largest venues, on April 12 and 19 local time.

BIGBANG's Coachella performances mark the beginning of their 20th anniversary global tour and represent a significant milestone for the group, which has largely been inactive as a complete unit since the late 2010s. In a statement, the members said: "This Coachella performance is a symbolic stage announcing our fresh start. We've prepared with special resolve, and we plan to deliver an outstanding show breathing together with global fans and becoming one through music. We hope you'll enjoy it with us."

The appearance on one of the world's largest music festival stages underscores BIGBANG's enduring status in the global music landscape, even after years of individual projects and hiatuses. Fans have expressed excitement about what the complete lineup will deliver, with many treating the Coachella dates as a potential preview of what could come next for the iconic ensemble.