When it comes to legendary K-pop bromances, few bonds match the iconic, decade-spanning chemistry between BIGBANG members G-Dragon and Daesung. As the legendary group treks across the globe for their monumental 20th-anniversary world tour, the duo’s hilarious dynamic took center stage during a recent trip to New York City. From boarding private jets while joking about an extended “honeymoon” to performing romantic couple dances at high-end sushi spots, G-Dragon’s latest vlog gave fans an intimate, laughter-filled look into their unbreakable bond.

Boarding the Private Jet: “Why Taeyang Couldn’t Join”

On September 29, 2026, a new video titled “G-DRAGON – GD loves NYC: A Day in the Life of GD” was uploaded to G-Dragon’s official YouTube channel. The vlog captured the K-pop icon traveling to New York following the completion of BIGBANG’s concert in Oakland, California.

As G-Dragon and Daesung prepared to board their chartered jet, G-Dragon playfully kicked off their banter: “We are on our honeymoon again today.”

Without missing a beat, Daesung burst into laughter, adding: “The never-ending honeymoon.”

Explaining why they were traveling as a duo, G-Dragon quipped: “I plan to leave on a never-ending honeymoon… because Taeyang has a family,” revealing that Taeyang couldn’t join their direct travels due to his family commitments.

Daesung quickly added a hilarious spin on their bandmate’s absence, teasing: “I heard Youngbae [Taeyang] hyung deliberately gives up his spot just to give us some alone time.”

Settling into their side-by-side seats on the luxurious chartered plane, the pair chatted affectionately throughout the five-hour flight into New York City.

Reluctant Tourist in NYC: From Groaning on Cruises to Statue of Liberty Photos

Upon landing in New York, G-Dragon spent some downtime exploring the city alongside agency staff. However, his journey as a sightseer started with plenty of hilarious grumbling when he was taken on a local sightseeing boat cruise.

“Why do we have to take a sightseeing boat everywhere we go? I don’t even take one in Korea,” G-Dragon complained with a laugh, adding: “Taking a sightseeing boat is what you do when there’s absolutely nothing else to do.”

His grumbling escalated when he learned the cruise would last an hour and a half: “I’ve been to New York so many times—why are we taking this?”

Yet, as soon as the boat approached the landmark Statue of Liberty, the fashion icon instantly transformed into an enthusiastic tourist, rushing outside to snap commemorative photos and leaving the crew in stitches.

After the cruise, G-Dragon visited a famous Korean restaurant in the city to enjoy his first proper meal in two days after sleeping off intense fatigue. Reflecting on his jam-packed schedule, he confessed: “I haven’t had time to sleep lately. It’s always even worse whenever I come to New York.”

He added with a smile: “I don’t get jet lag. The legendary three-day sleep happened in New York. As I’ve gotten older, I slept for a day and a half this time—I couldn’t do three days anymore.”

Sushi, Nail Art, and “Wife Vlog”: High-Energy Skits at the Omakase Table

The true highlight of the New York trip unfolded the following day when G-Dragon reunited with Daesung for a meal at an omakase restaurant. The moment they met, the two broke into a playful couple’s dance right in front of the dining table.

Noticing his own manicured nails, G-Dragon launched into an affectionate skit targeting Daesung: “Daesung, when you go home today, tell your wife let’s do our nails. I will do all five for you.”

Playing along with the absurdity, Daesung pretended not to hear him and looked away awkwardly, triggering even more laughter from the staff.

The two later linked arms to do a dramatic “love shot” over their drinks, celebrating their legendary friendship. Looking at the camera, G-Dragon suggested rebranding his YouTube channel: “Our channel’s name is not a vlog… Couple Vlog is good,” before playfully dubbing it a “Wife Vlog.”

When Daesung cooed “cute” at a piece of carefully prepared sushi, G-Dragon instantly chimed in: “Isn’t it cute? It’s mine,” capping off a hilarious afternoon of romantic roleplay.

20th Anniversary World Tour Keeps Rolling

The playful New York trip comes amidst BIGBANG’s massive 20th-anniversary comeback. The group kicked off their milestone concert series, ‘XX : COSMOS,’ at the Goyang Sports Complex from August 21 to 23, 2026.

They are currently carrying out an extensive world tour spanning 14 countries, including the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam, Australia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Source: compiled from various sources