Bang Si Hyuk faces backlash for skipping a crucial National Assembly hearing as lawmakers question his leadership amid controversies involving HYBE.

During a recent National Assembly audit, Bang Si Hyuk, founder and chairman of HYBE, found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Lawmakers expressed their disappointment over his absence during a time of intense scrutiny surrounding the company, especially after NewJeans’ Hanni shared her candid experiences as an idol working under HYBE.

Bang Si Hyuk’s Absence Sparks Outrage

The audit, which featured significant discussions about HYBE’s practices and the well-being of its artists, saw Representative Park Hong Bae take a strong stance against Bang’s absence. In his remarks, Park stated:

“Today, the person responsible for causing public controversy, HYBE’s Chairman Bang Si Hyuk, is missing from this national audit. This is not the time for him to be enjoying himself in the U.S. As someone who repeatedly finds himself at the center of public controversies, he needs to understand the seriousness of the situation.”

Park’s comments highlighted the urgency of the matter, urging Bang to prioritize his responsibilities over leisure.

Visual Evidence of Enjoyment Abroad

To emphasize his point, Rep. Park displayed two viral photos of Bang enjoying his time abroad. One of the images featured him with notorious streamer Juice Seyeon and her sister, while another depicted him relaxing at a restaurant. These images fueled the perception that Bang was not taking the audit seriously.

Hanni’s Candid Testimony

Adding to the scrutiny of Bang Si Hyuk, Hanni shared her thoughts during the hearing, claiming that the chairman never acknowledged her greetings. She described her experience:

“Chairman Bang Si Hyuk never accepted my greetings. I understand that in Korea, it is culturally demanded that you show respect to your elders, but seeing how he never accepted my greetings, I think he is a rude person.”

Hanni’s statements raised questions about the culture within HYBE and the treatment of its artists, revealing a disconnect that many fans found troubling.

You can read more about Hanni’s speech below:

The Bigger Picture

The National Assembly audit brought significant attention to the operations and practices of HYBE, especially concerning the well-being and treatment of its artists. With lawmakers demanding accountability, Bang Si Hyuk’s absence has only intensified the scrutiny on his leadership.

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