Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET' Reveals Final 16 Contestants for the Grand Finale

Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET' has announced the 16 contestants advancing to the final stage during the third survival announcement ceremony. Among them are Kim Geon-woo, Kang Woo-jin, and Chung Sang-hyeon from Wake One, who were previously embroiled in controversy for allegedly posing as independent trainees. They have all secured their spots in the finale.

In the 10th episode aired on the 18th, Lee Sang-won claimed the top position. He expressed gratitude to his fans, stating, "I will always stand on stage with humility."

Following him, Zhou An Xin took 2nd place, Lee Leo 3rd, Kim Geon-woo 4th, Zhang Jia Hao 5th, Heo Xin Long 6th, Kim Jun-seo 7th, and Chung Sang-hyeon secured the 8th spot for the finals. Chung Sang-hyeon, who narrowly made it to the top 8, shared, "I will prepare more earnestly, thinking this stage might be my last."

Additionally, Yumeki (9th), Chuei Li Yu (10th), Yoo Kang-min (11th), Chen Kai Wen (12th), Kim Jun-min (13th), Park Dong-Gyu (14th), Jun Lee-jeong (15th), and Kang Woo-jin (16th) joined as the final survivors. Unfortunately, Masato (17th) and those ranked below were eliminated.

The episode featured surprise appearances by special masters Lee Dae-hwi and Ha Sung-woon. Disguised as production staff, they visited the dormitory and staged a mock argument to capture the contestants' attention. Revealing their identities, Lee Dae-hwi explained, "We prepared a hidden camera to make you smile," while Ha Sung-woon joked, "We were the ones stressed out," bringing laughter to the scene. Lee Dae-hwi advised, "After debut, don't fight and get along well."

They also unveiled the final debut battle mission. The first new song, 'Brat Attitude,' is a powerful track with hip-hop and EDM beats, expressing the ambition to forge one's own path. The second song, 'Never Been 2 Heaven,' combines funky rhythms with bright vocals and rap, capturing the excitement of youth.

Contestants chose their preferred song and divided parts. Jun Lee-jeong, taking the sub-vocal role for 'Never Been 2 Heaven,' said, "I think showing a happy dance on the final stage with this song will bring positive energy to the audience."

Kim Jun-min initially chose the sub-rapper position for 'Brat Attitude' but was displaced by Chen Kai Wen. He expressed disappointment, saying, "I didn't expect to be pushed out so quickly," and later moved to the sub-rapper position for 'Never Been 2 Heaven.' Meanwhile, Chen Kai Wen, who took the position from Kim Jun-min, also had to find a new part after competition and eventually secured the main vocal spot for 'Brat Attitude.' He shared, "I have no experience as a main vocalist, but I want to do well."

Ultimately, the 'Brat Attitude' team consists of Chen Kai Wen (main vocal), Park Dong-Gyu (sub-vocal), Chuei Li Yu (sub-vocal), Kim Jun-seo (sub-vocal), Zhang Jia Hao (main rapper), Heo Xin Long (sub-rapper), Chung Sang-hyeon (sub-rapper), and Yumeki (sub-rapper).

In contrast, the 'Never Been 2 Heaven' team includes Zhou An Xin (main vocal), Lee Leo (sub-vocal), Lee Sang-won (sub-vocal), Kim Geon-woo (sub-vocal), Jun Lee-jeong (sub-vocal), Kang Woo-jin (sub-vocal), Yoo Kang-min (main rapper), and Kim Jun-min (sub-rapper), as they prepare for the final stage.