Controversy Arises Over Alleged Bias in Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET' Ahead of Premiere

Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET' is facing allegations of biased editing as only a few trainees appeared in the pre-release video, sparking controversy among fans.

Set to premiere on Thursday, the 17th, and Friday, the 18th, at 9:20 PM, 'BOYS II PLANET' is a 'K-POP World Scale Debut Project' that has garnered global fan anticipation. The show begins with two stages, K Planet and C Planet, where participants unite as a team on their journey to debut.

On the 14th, the official YouTube channel 'BOYS II PLANET' released a pre-release video featuring former Big Hit Music trainees Rio and Lee Sangwon, dominating the screen time. This led some viewers to criticize the show, stating, "It's biased from the start," and "The producers' intentions to debut certain individuals are clear." In survival programs, screen time is crucial for survival, intensifying the fairness debate.

'BOYS II PLANET' boasts a record-breaking 160 trainees, promising an unprecedented scale. Participants aim to be all-rounders with skills in vocals, dance, and rap, with the final debut group determined by global fan votes. Viewers play a significant role in debuting their 'created combination.'

This season focuses on the growth journey of trainees from diverse starting points, from newcomers to those with debut experience. The challenges, conflicts, and overcoming processes they face before taking the stage are key highlights. The show's masters emphasize, "The real protagonist is made through enduring the process."

'BOYS II PLANET' is a culmination of Mnet's 30 years of audition production expertise. Known for producing stars through shows like 'Superstar K,' the 'Planet' series, and 'I-LAND,' Mnet promises a unique structure and global reach. The already released signal song stage and participant PR videos have generated significant buzz among fans.

'BOYS II PLANET' premieres on the 17th and 18th at 9:20 PM.