HYBE Labels' Han Sung-soo, So Sung-jin, and Shin Sun-jeong Selected for '2026 Billboard Indie Power Players' [Official]

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Han Sung-soo, MP (Master Professional) of FNC Entertainment, a label under HYBE Music Group; So Sung-jin, MP of Source Music; and Shin Seon-jeong (CEO), Director of Big Hit Music, have been selected for '2026 Billboard Indie Power Players' (Billboard's 2026 Indie Power Players).

Billboard annually selects key labels and individuals who have achieved independent and creative success in the music market to announce the '2026 Billboard Indie Power Players.' In the announcement made on the 8th (local time), Han Sung-soo MP was named for the third consecutive year, So Sung-jin MP for the fourth consecutive year, and Shin Seon-jeong (CEO) Director for the second consecutive year.

As the founder of FNC Entertainment, Han Sung-soo MP has overseen the production of albums for numerous artists, including SEVENTEEN and TWS, helping to elevate the status of K-pop. He will also lead the production of the debut of a new girl group from HYBE's new label ABD, scheduled to debut in the second half of this year.

As the founder of Source Music, So Sung-jin MP is the key figure behind the growth of LE SSERAFIM into a world-class artist. He has presented a new vision for K-pop girl groups by organically combining album planning, performance strategy, and global promotion while prioritizing autonomy.

Shin Sun-jeong, CEO of Big Hit Music, led the successful comeback of BTS this year, as well as the rise of Tomorrow X Together (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) and CORTIS. His artist-centered leadership, which spans all departments including marketing, administration, and production, is being praised for generating positive synergy.

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