Police seek to arrest K-pop music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk

South Korean police are seeking to arrest K-pop mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of BTS's agency HYBE, over alleged investor fraud. Authorities suspect Bang misled investors in 2019, leading to a private equity fund deal that may have netted him over $100 million. This development comes as BTS resumes its global tour, posing a significant PR challenge for HYBE.

Apr 22, 2026 - 04:55
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Police seek to arrest K-pop music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk
South Korean police are seeking to arrest K-pop mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of BTS's agency HYBE, over alleged investor fraud. Authorities suspect Bang misled investors in 2019, leading to a private equity fund deal that may have netted him over $100 million. This development comes as BTS resumes its global tour, posing a significant PR challenge for HYBE.

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