On April 20th, K-pop icon G-Dragon sparked speculation among netizens after sharing a photo on his SNS featuring his cat alongside a rabbit doll that resembles merchandise from the girl group NewJeans.

The unexpected interaction between G-Dragon and NewJeans caught the attention of fans, considering G-Dragon’s rare engagements with junior girl groups. This has led to widespread speculation about a potential collaboration between G-Dragon and the rising HYBE girl group, especially given their upcoming comebacks scheduled for this year.

NewJeans has been making waves in the industry and recently announced their comeback date and Japanese debut, including a fan meet at Tokyo Dome in May and June. Meanwhile, G-Dragon is gearing up for his return to the K-pop scene at the end of 2024 with a highly anticipated new album and plans for a world tour post-release.

The growing success of NewJeans, including favorable reviews from senior singers and member Hyein’s feature in IU’s song “Sh…,” further fuels excitement for a collaboration with G-Dragon.

While it remains speculative, K-pop fans are already buzzing with excitement over the potential collaboration between NewJeans, known for their refreshing style, and G-Dragon, celebrated for his unique and influential music. The prospect of a joint project promises an innovative fusion of talents and creativity, setting the stage for an anticipated musical collaboration shortly.