Seungri

Seungri, born Lee Seung-hyun on December 12, 1990, is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer who is best known as a former member of the boy band BigBang. He grew up in Gwangju and joined YG Entertainment as a trainee, debuting with BigBang in 2006–2007. As a member, he contributed as a rapper and vocalist on a string of hits that helped propel BigBang to domestic success and international popularity, making the group a cornerstone of the Korean Wave.

As a solo artist, Seungri released music independently from BigBang activities and appeared in various television and media projects. His well-known solo single Strong Baby was released in 2009, and he later used the stage name VI (or V.I.) during portions of his solo work and media appearances.

In 2019, Seungri became embroiled in the Burning Sun scandal, a multifaceted case involving allegations related to a nightclub and its broader business network. He announced his retirement from the entertainment industry amid the investigations and ensuing legal proceedings. Since then, he has largely remained out of the public eye while legal cases and related proceedings continued.

Seungri’s career with BigBang, along with his solo activities, reflects his role in the group's global influence as well as the later legal and reputational challenges that accompanied his public life.