Choi Seung-hyun, better known as T.O.P from BigBang, is back in the headlines (for all the right reasons this time). The controversial K-pop idol is one of the new additions to Squid Game 2, joining the deadly games as Player 230 aka Thanos. Amid all the buzz and excitement surrounding Squid Game 2 cast members, there’s also a newfound interest in T.O.P’s personal affairs. Intrigued to know more? Here’s everything about the dating history and relationships of K-pop prodigy T.O.P.
The romantic escapades of BigBang members always steal the limelight, whether it’s G-Dragon’s rumoured relationship with Jennie of BLACKPINK and Han So-hee or Taeyang’s marriage to Min Hyo-rin. Similarly, T.O.P has also been linked to celebrities like f(x) member Krystal Jung, Kim Ga-bin and actress Shin Min-ah. Here’s all about his former relationships.
Is former BigBang member T.O.P dating anyone?
As of the latest information, T.O.P isn’t publically dating anyone and is seemingly single. Neither the star nor his agency have confirmed anything about his relationship.
Dating history and rumoured relationships of K-pop rapper T.O.P
T.O.P and Krystal Jung
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Dating rumours surrounding T.O.P and The Heirs actress Krystal Jung are a decade old. It all started as online gossip, with many netizens pointing out the similarity in pictures they posted (weeks apart) showing visuals of Seoul. The two were spotted together at several events in 2013 and reports suggested that they had even moved in together. However, the rumours eventually died down after no confirmation from either side. Krystal went on to date EXO’s Kai publicly in 2016. She also recently accompanied Ryu Jun-Yeol at the US Open, fuelling dating rumours.
T.O.P and Shin Min-ah
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Back in 2008 when both T.O.P and Shin Min-ah were just establishing their careers, they seemingly found companionship with each other. Pictures claiming to link the two made rounds on the internet, showing the rumoured couple entering and leaving the same location (although separately). Months into their alleged relationship, reports of their engagement also made waves online. Finally, Shin’s management company and YG Management dismissed all the rumours, deeming them ‘ridiculous’.
T.O.P and Kim Ga-bin
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Lastly, the Fantastic Baby rapper reportedly dated Borderliners actress Kim Ga-bin. In May 2020, online communities started churning gossip about the two, supported by pictures proving their romance. According to KpopStarz, the supposed ‘evidence’ of T.O.P and Kim’s relationship was shared on China’s Sina. One of the pictures showed the rapper sitting next to Kim in a group of people, with his arms around her shoulder. Other posts on Sina also showed what is believed to be ‘couple’ items of the two as well as images seemingly taken from the same place. Pictures of them wearing similar pyjamas and shoes also made rounds on the platform.
Responding to these rumours, YG Entertainment said it’s difficult for them to confirm the details relating to their artist’s personal life. There has been no confirmation since.
Stay tuned for more updates on the dating history and relationships of former BigBang star T.O.P.
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Frequently Asked Questions
T.O.P has rumouredly dated f(x) member Krystal Jung, Kim Ga-bin and actress Shin Min-ah.
No, former BigBang member T.O.P isn't married.
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