Fans experienced mixed emotions of celebration and slight heartbreak following reports that T.O.P, a former member of BIGBANG, and Nana, a former member of After School, are dating. Their respective agencies confirmed the news on the same day, stating the reports are true. The relationship reportedly began through their collaboration on a music video, after which they grew closer and developed romantic feelings.
The Korean entertainment industry was surprised by reports from South Korean media that 38-year-old T.O.P (former member of BIGBANG) and 35-year-old Nana (former member of After School) are dating. Fans did not have to guess for long, as subsequent statements from both agencies confirmed that the relationship is genuine and that the two are currently dating.
The relationship reportedly began around this past January, when T.O.P invited Nana to star as the female lead in the music video for “Studio 54,” the title track from his solo album. Through this collaboration, the two got to know each other and talked more, steadily growing closer over time.
Later, in April, Nana also appeared in promotional content on T.O.P’s YouTube channel, allowing fans to see more interactions between the pair.
Following that, the two continued to work together, maintaining regular contact and messaging each other as their connection deepened, eventually deciding to begin dating around this past June.
Beyond their professional overlap, Korean media also reported that the two have been seen spending time together on multiple occasions. One frequently mentioned location is Achiul Village in Guri, Gyeonggi Province, which is reportedly where Nana resides, with T.O.P making regular visits there. Their relationship has been described as low-key yet steadily progressing.
Professionally, both are doing well alongside their personal lives. T.O.P is actively pursuing his solo music career, while Nana continues to showcase her acting work following considerable attention from her role in “Mask Girl.”
Following the publication of the news, netizens left numerous comments. One commenter remarked, “What is it with BIGBANG and their MV leads? Did he already have her picked from the start?” Another commented, “Did I really wake up just to get my heart broken? But honestly, no fan will cause drama because everyone genuinely wants him to be happy. Nana looks like she can protect him—a strong woman and a gentle grandpa figure. I’m loving this, just announce the wedding already, ready to babysit the grandkids.” Another wrote, “They suit each other so well, two chic and artistic people meeting. Both handsome and beautiful, I wouldn’t mind if they got married right away; the child’s visuals would be world-class.” Another added, “So happy for him, tears in my eyes, finally public.”
From an initial pairing as leads in a music video, their bond has evolved into a real relationship, prompting fans to joke that they have “crossed the friend zone into a real-life couple.” While some longtime fans of T.O.P feel a touch of gentle heartbreak, many others have shared congratulations and well wishes for their happiness together.
