After two decades in the entertainment industry, T.O.P is preparing for a milestone moment unlike any before. The rapper and actor, best known as a former member of BIGBANG, has officially announced his first-ever Asia fan meeting tour, marking a new chapter in his solo career.
His agency revealed that the upcoming tour, titled "T.O.P PRE-STUDIO 2026," will bring the artist face-to-face with fans across Asia. Additional information, including tour stops, dates, ticket sales, and venues, is expected to be released through official channels in the coming weeks.
The announcement comes during a significant year for T.O.P, who celebrates the 20th anniversary of his debut. Although he has performed on some of the world's biggest stages throughout his career, this marks the first time he will embark on a dedicated fan meeting tour under his own name.
Before the full tour begins, T.O.P will host a special event in Japan on July 9 at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama. The fan meeting will welcome approximately 10,000 members of his official Japanese fan community, with admission provided free of charge as a gesture of appreciation for longtime supporters.
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The tour follows a successful return to music earlier this year. In April, T.O.P released his first full-length solo album, "ANOTHER DIMENSION," which earned international attention and secured his first appearance on the Billboard World Albums Chart, reaching the Top 20. The release also performed strongly across multiple global music platforms, signaling renewed interest in his solo work.
Outside of music, T.O.P resumed his acting career through Netflix's "Squid Game" Season 2, where he portrayed the character Thanos. The role introduced him to a new generation of viewers while reconnecting him with longtime international fans.
His return follows several years away from the spotlight. After legal issues in 2017, T.O.P stepped back from public activities and later confirmed his official departure from BIGBANG in 2023. During interviews surrounding his acting comeback, he expressed remorse for his past and stated that he had no plans to rejoin the legendary group, choosing instead to focus on his own artistic direction.
With "T.O.P PRE-STUDIO 2026," the artist now enters a fresh phase of his career—one centered on reconnecting directly with fans and celebrating the journey that has defined his past 20 years. As anticipation builds, supporters across Asia are now waiting to see which cities will be included when the complete tour schedule is unveiled.