HAN SUNG SOO
Professional master HAN SUNG SOO(MP) of Pledis Entertainment was featured by the famous American magazine Music Business Worldwide (MBW).
MBW released an interview series on January 12 (local time) titled “MEET SUNG SOO HAN, THE MUSIC EXECUTIVE BEHIND K-POP STARS SEVENTEEN, AND FOUNDER OF HYBE-OWNED PLEDIS ENTERTAINMENT.“
MBW “World Leader” is an interview series that highlights the most influential figures in the industry, leading the global music market. The media outlet told the story of music producer and manager HAN SUNG SOO during his first interview in 2024.
MBW first introduced Pledis Entertainment‘s SEVENTEEN as “the artist with the best-selling album (the 10th mini album “FML” in K-pop history)”, paying attention to their achievements. In response, HAN SUNG SOO said, “I am really proud and honored that the members are constantly growing beyond just digital achievements.”
Through interviews, HAN SUNG SOO spoke in-depth about various topics such as how he entered the music industry, the trend of K-pop fans listening to music, and the evolution of the industry Korean music. “As K-pop has gained enormous global influence, there has been a constant demand for newness and diversity. This is proof that there is still room for further growth,” said HAN SUNG SOO.
“I believe that Hybe and Pledis Entertainment will continue to lead K-pop, and that K-pop will become more influential as a result.”
When asked about the driving force behind Pledis Entertainment and SEVENTEEN’s successful 2023, HAN SUNG SOO said, “I think it was possible because SEVENTEEN showed the most “SEVENTEEN” charm from the producer’s perspective. SEVENTEEN is an artist who has a strong connection with its fans. SEVENTEEN always puts into music what he wants to say to those who listen to its music and actively plans offline events that add joy to new music and performances, as well as large-scale tours to bring various joys to fans.”
HAN SUNG SOO, concluded the interview by expressing hopeful expectations and outlook: “As K-pop constantly seeks to change and develop, there will be endless directions in which its influence can expand. liberate, develop as it relates more deeply to our overall way of life.”
Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN took a new step in the K-pop scene with their 10th mini album “FML” and 11th mini album “SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN“, released last year. Special unit BSS (Seungkwan, Dokyeom, Hoshi) also released significant achievements in various charts, and SEVENTEEN continued their march towards a “career peak”, breaking their own records for each album. Based on these achievements, SEVENTEEN was able to win a total of 23 trophies, including five grand prizes and 18 main awards, at major year-end and holiday ceremonies in Korea in 2023, and demonstrated the central prestige of “K-pop”.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: Pledis Entertainment
