1. Bang Chan handpicked the Stray Kids members himself
January 10, 2026 Stray Kids’ Seungmin, Bang Chan, Changbin, Felix, Han, Lee Know, Hyunjin, and I.N attend The 40th Golden Disc Awards
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Bang Chan moved to Korea when he was 13 years old, and trained for 7-8 years at JYP Entertainment before debuting. JYP Entertainment tasked Bang Chan with handpicking members for Stray Kids, which is documented in the eponymous survival show. During an interview with singer-songwriter John Park, Bang Chan talked candidly about his difficult role at the beginning of Stray Kids’ debut. He acted as an intermediary between the company and his fellow bandmembers, all of whom were younger than him and less experienced. “I would say a lot of stuff to the kids, and sometimes make them cry. I was a horrible person,” he said.
2. Bang Chan was a competitive swimmer pre-trainee days
With a father who was a swim instructor, Bang Chan also became a prolific swimmer. A tour of Bang Chan’s family home revealed the row of medals he has won, and he’s known to have broken his school’s 50m freestyle record at age 8.
3. Bang Chan’s MBTI is ENFJ
Over the years, Bang Chan’s MBTI has consistently been ENFJ. People belonging to this “Protagonist” personality type are known to be reliable, forthright, thoughtful, and idealistic. They are also described as “born leaders”, which explains Bang Chan’s knack for the role.
4. Bang Chan wanted to get married early
December 5, 2025 Bang Chan performing on stage
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The 28-year-old has brought up the idea of marriage in multiple interviews. He revealed that before debut, he had always thought that he would get married early at the age of 25 or 26. In another interview, he mused over when he would tie the knot.
5. Bang Chan is a global brand ambassador for Fendi
March 5, 2026 Bang Chan in a full Fendi look for the Fall/Winter 2026 show
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From donning Fendi during Stray Kids’ world tour to sitting front row at their fashion show, Bang Chan has long supported the brand. In January 2025, Fendi’s 100th anniversary year, their relationship became official when Fendi named Bang Chan their global brand ambassador. Most recently, he captured hearts once again at Fendi’s Fall/Winter 2026 show as he was seen ensuring space for fellow brand ambassador Yuqi from (G)I-DLE when they were navigating the crowd.
In November 2025, Bang Chan wrote and produced the single “Roman Empire” in partnership with Fendi. They shot the music video at Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, Fendi headquarters in Rome. One of the song’s many references to Fendi includes “Hundred years ain’t enough when I’m here with you / You appeared out of nowhere like Peekaboo.”
6. Bang Chan’s younger sister is an indie musician and YouTuber
Bang Chan’s younger sister, Hannah Bahng, has blazed a trail for herself as an independent singer-songwriter and YouTuber. She first gained popularity on YouTube for her vlogs and music covers, eventually releasing her debut single, “Perfect Blues”, in 2023 under her own record label. By 21 years old, she had become Rom&nd’s global brand ambassador, performed at Rolling Stone, and toured North America. In April 2025, she will start her world tour, starting with 10 cities across Europe.
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