Bang Si Hyuk’s Social Media Update: HYBE Chairman’s Slim Look at &TEAM Concert Ends Photoshop Speculations

HYBE Chairman Bang Si Hyuk showcased a slimmer appearance in recent photos.

On Sunday, Bang posted a photo on social media from the 2024 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR “SECOND TO NONE” in Seoul, posing alongside the &TEAM members.

Bang appears relaxed in a white shirt, blue jeans, and thick-rimmed black glasses. Surrounded by &TEAM, he smiles broadly and holds an &TEAM’s album. Many people notice his noticeably slimmer appearance.

Bang was previously accused of photoshopping his face after a photo with renowned British-American computer scientist Andrew Ng was posted online. His slim appearance made people suggest he had lost weight, but some viewers claimed the wall appeared warped, sparking discussions on whether or not the photo was photoshopped. This new photo with &TEAM put those rumors to rest.

Last month, Bang sparked dating rumors after being spotted with AfreekaTV streamer Juice Se Yeon (real name: In Se Yeon) in the U.S. HYBE stated, “The two coincidentally met with her older sister, and they sat down to receive advice on how to deal with impersonation fraud in the entertainment industry. The two came to LA together and asked for recommendations for tourist spots and restaurants, which he helped arrange.”

Se Yeon also clarified, “It wasn’t a coincidence that I met Chairman Bang. My sister and I were asking acquaintances for restaurant recommendations in LA. Since it was a popular spot that was hard to book, he kindly assisted us,” providing specific details about their meeting in the U.S. and effectively ending the controversy.