“He does this a lot”: Fans react as several videos of BIGBANG G-Dragon resurface amid his alleged drug scandal

G-Dragon has been making headlines lately as the idol was charged with drug abuse on October 25, 2023. The Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency reportedly booked him without holding him overnight on drug misuse charges, according to an exclusive News1 report.

In the aftermath of the drug abuse charges against the BIGBANG idol, netizens have been slowly bringing to light a few G-Dragon videos from several months prior to this. In these videos, the celebrity appeared erratic as he arrived at the Incheon airport for his scheduled trip overseas. A post by @quotescatalog pointed out the specific odd behavior in the caption:

"Gdragon had strange behavior, scratching his head, ears, body, and body jerking continuously when going to the airport (May 2023)."

This further led to a fan, @_AXAN_, defending the idol by pointing out that it is "his habit" and the real question is why people still find it strange.

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"Stop assuming things": Fans rally behind G-Dragon amidst drug abuse charges

Following the disclosure that the Incheon Police had booked the G-Dragon (without detention) on suspicion of breaking drug control rules, his lifestyle has come under close scrutiny, with several videos showcasing his unpredictable actions and ambiguous speaking patterns in various videos.

In a side-by-side speech comparison video that is now making rounds on Korean internet forums, the difference is glaring. Commentators draw attention to his clear and well-spoken answers in a 2015 interview, contrasting them with his distinctly slurred speech in a 2022 video clip, which prompted debates and worries among online users.

G-Dragon is seen in this 2022 footage attending Chanel's Cruise collection event on the renowned Monte Carlo beach. Compared to his previous well-articulated conversations, his speech patterns in the video are noticeably different, characterized by slurred and unintelligible words.

Furthermore, as per Koreaboo, the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency in Seoul has refused to give further information upon their findings and said that the matter is still being investigated:

"We cannot disclose any specific details as it is a matter that is still under investigation."

Netizens also brought back another footage of the singer at a wedding, where he couldn't seem to stay still, prompting netizens to question whether he was intoxicated. Fidgeting, hallucinations, and inability to remain still are a few of the negative consequences of drug misuse.

User @tigonplus_ uploaded the wedding video with a caption speculating about the reason behind the erratic behavior.

"One of the symptoms of substance abuse is Tic Syndrome, a loss of control characterized by repeating the same action over and over," part of the caption read.

Concerns about the BIGBANG idol have now spread on social media. Even before the news about his arrest became public, netizens had voiced their opinions on the airport footage, with many tying it to drug abuse, because of the idol's history of using marijuana.

Despite the drug abuse speculations and charges, many fans have showed their support for the idol by pointing out that it is just how the BIGBANG artist has always been.

Social media was flooded with messages of support for the idol, with fans even calling the "haters" to leave him alone.

The spokespersons for G-DRAGON have not yet commented on the situation. Since G-DRAGON is no longer a part of YG Entertainment, the agency too has declined to comment on the matter.

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In addition, it is reported that he has inked a deal with Warner Records, so supporters are optimistic that a resolution will be reached quickly.