Fans of BTS and SEVENTEEN expressed their worry and unhappiness to MBC because the network said that BTS started the HYBE headquarters and SEVENTEEN helped build it.
BTS and SEVENTEEN fans were upset with MBC for not giving BTS credit for their role in the big building and for not acknowledging SEVENTEEN’s support for PLEDIS Entertainment.
MBC Draws Backlash Over Claims About BTS And SEVENTEEN’s Roles In HYBE Building
A scene from the most recent Hangout With You teaser indicates that SEVENTEEN assisted in raising the HYBE headquarters, while BTS laid the foundation for it. Fans were not amused by this statement.
PLEDIS Entertainment, a company that BTS joined in May 2020, was cited by fans of the group, who expressed their dissatisfaction, pointing out that the building was constructed in 2019. Many also emphasized that, in terms of HYBE Corporation, BTS continues to hold the largest revenue share.
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We need the apology now @MBC_entertain 
HYBE IS NOTHING WITHOUT BTS
BTS PAVED THE WAY
BTS MADE HYBE pic.twitter.com/J6KW3XWTfe
— . 2025 
(@InTheChart) April 21, 2024
Seventeen fans said that they were glad to have joined a larger company and that the group assisted in keeping PLEDIS Entertainment intact. Fans of BTS and SEVENTEEN, known as ARMYs and CARATs, respectively, made it clear that they are not at odds with one another but are instead dissatisfied with MBC’s declaration.
After facing criticism, MBC has revised its statement to say, “Welcome to HYBE’s headquarters. Even the members were amazed by the new building.”
BTS is a Korean pop supergroup that debuted in 2013 with the album 2 Cool 4 Skool. Songs like “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “Spring Day,” and others have made the group famous.
They are now a well-known global K-pop sensation, known for their amazing performances and songs. Right now, every member of BTS is finishing their required military service.
S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino are the members of SEVENTEEN, a power group. Their self-produced music, synchronized dance, and intense performances have made them well-known.
The group is separated into performance, hip-hop, and voice units. They have amassed a worldwide following since making their debut in 2015.
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