Mnet’s ‘Boys II Planet’: A New Era for K-POP Debuts
Exploring the World-Scale K-POP Debut Project
Introduction
Mnet’s groundbreaking K-POP project, ‘Boys II Planet’, has embarked on its first historical journey. On October 12, the show launched with a global signal song showcase, featuring 160 aspiring boys performing the signal song ‘Hola Solar’. This project aims to select ultimate boy groups to debut on a world scale.
The Showcase
The showcase was nothing short of spectacular, with grand-scale performances, symbolic narratives, and cutting-edge AR technology. The fans’ response was nothing less than explosive. The event took place at a 1000-pyeong studio in Paju, unveiling a massive performance that highlights the current technological prowess of K-POP.
Signal Song Evaluation
On October 13, individual stage evaluations of the signal song will be released on YouTube and Mnet+, running until October 15 at 10 am. This offers star creators – the global audience – the chance to select their ‘boy’ of choice, drawing widespread audience interest.
The Journey to the ‘Star Creator’
This global showcase paints a vibrant picture of boys from different ‘planets’ (K Planet and C Planet) coming together on the ‘Boys II Planet’, all in pursuit of the ‘sun’ – the star creator. The message, “You are the sun that will change the boys’ fate”, immerses viewers and augments anticipation.
Global Enthusiasm
Worldwide, the project has captured K-POP fans’ hearts. The global showcase was streamed across 133 countries, attracting about 240,000 viewers. On social platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Weibo, the show trended significantly, demonstrating its global appeal.
AR and Performance Excellence
The choreography for ‘Hola Solar’ designed by Baek Gu-Yeong and ROOT, embodies the themes of sun and energy, with contrasting movements representing water and fire from the K and C Planets, enhancing visual engagement.
Conclusion
As the ‘Boys II Planet’ signal song global showcase takes its first steps, 160 boys are set to meet star creators at the ‘Planet Day: Open Stage’ event at Sangam DMC Park on October 14. This event promises to provide unforgettable moments for all who attend.
The future of these boys in the spotlight of global K-POP will undeniably be thrilling. Stay tuned for its first broadcasts set for July 17 and 18 at 9:20 PM as ‘Boys II Planet K’ and ‘C’ hit screens worldwide.
