SM Entertainment is a South Korean entertainment company that specializes in producing music, movie, TV show and talent management. The company has been responsible for creating and launching some of the biggest K-pop acts in the world today.
Founded in 1995 by Lee Soo-man
Launched first boy group H.O.T in 1996
Established a partnership with Korea's largest record company, Seoul Records, in 1999
Went public on KOSDAQ in 2000
Launched K-pop supergroup TVXQ in 2003
Established a partnership with Warner Music in 2004
Launched Girls' Generation in 2007
Launched EXO in 2012
Launched NCT in 2016
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SM Entertainment produces some of the biggest and most successful K-pop acts in the world, including TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT and more.
SM Entertainment also produces and distributes various TV shows, films and music videos.
SM Entertainment manages a portfolio of top-tier artists and actors in South Korea, as well as providing training and development programs for aspiring talent.
SM stands for Star Museum, emphasizing its vision of creating a future where music and art coexist.
Yes, SM Entertainment has produced international artists such as BoA, Zhang Liyin, and Henry Lau.
SM Entertainment holds periodic worldwide auditions through its website, and also recruits prospective trainees through various global talent agencies.
Training includes intensive language and vocal lessons, dance rehearsals and physical fitness training, as well as media coaching and image consulting.
EXO is currently one of the most successful groups under SM Entertainment, having sold over 10 million albums and won numerous awards since their debut in 2012.