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‘Hitman’ Bang, the Powerhouse Behind BTS, on His Expanding Music Empire, HYBE, and His Shift into Gaming

Before BTS took the world by storm, Bang Si-Hyuk, who earned the nickname Hitman Bang, had already carved out a successful career as a songwriter, composer, and producer, crafting chart-toppers for various K-pop stars. His journey took a pivotal turn in 2005 when he decided to establish Big Hit Entertainment, a company that would see its fair share of successes…