Bang Si-hyuk
Bang Si-hyuk is the founder and CEO of Big Hit Entertainment, the company behind the global K-pop sensation BTS.
Songwriter
August 9, 1972
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Seoul, South Korea
Bang Si-hyuk, a South Korean record producer, songwriter, and entrepreneur, is best known as the founder and CEO of Hybe Corporation, formerly Big Hit Entertainment. This company has propelled K-pop groups such as BTS and TXT to international stardom, revolutionizing the industry and introducing Korean music to audiences worldwide. Bang has also contributed to the K-pop scene as a songwriter and producer for various artists, including Park Jin-Young, Kim Dong-wan, and Kan Mi-youn. Holding an MBA from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, he possesses a solid background in business and technology. Some of his most significant accomplishments include producing music for Rain, developing the BTS Universe narrative, judging on the show “I-Land,” and producing the web drama “Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth.” In 2023, Forbes recognized Bang Si-hyuk as one of the top 10 notable moguls on their World’s Billionaires list, emphasizing his immense success and impact in the entertainment industry.