The K-POP world-scale debut project Mnet 'BOYS 2 PLANET' has finally taken its historic first step.
On the 12th, the K-POP top boy group, part of the world-scale debut project Mnet 'BOYS 2 PLANET' (BOYS II PLANET / directed by Kim Shin-young, Jung Woo-young, Ko Jung-kyung), presented the stage for the signal song 'HOLA SOLAR' with 160 boys. The overwhelming production combined large-scale performances, symbolic narratives, and AR technology, drawing explosive reactions from K-POP fans.
Today (13th) at 6 p.m., the personal stage evaluation videos of the signal songs will be released through YouTube and Mnet Plus, running until 10 a.m. on the 15th. This personal evaluation provides an opportunity for star creators to choose their own 'boy,' drawing attention to which boy will shine.
The global showcase for the signal song depicted the journey of boys starting from different planets, meeting on one planet called 'BOYS 2 PLANET,' and heading towards a star creator, the 'sun.' The message, "The sun that will change the boys' destiny is you," captivated viewers and heightened expectations. Attention is focused on who will be the protagonist to shine the brightest at the end of this journey, as K-POP fans worldwide are tuned in.
With a record number of 160 participants, 'BOYS 2 PLANET' featured units selected by rap and dance parts for the first time in a survival program, presenting special stages never seen before. This was aimed at highlighting a diverse range of talents. Boys from K Planet and C Planet ignited the hearts of star creators with their dynamic choreography and exquisite performances on the 'HOLA SOLAR' stage.
Meanwhile, the signal song global showcase proved the intense interest in the K-POP global project, with approximately 240,000 viewers from 133 countries and regions worldwide. Notably, 'Mnet' ranked 21st in worldwide trends on X (formerly Twitter), while over 10 'BOYS 2 PLANET' related keywords, including 'signal song,' dominated real-time trends in Korea, giving a sense of high expectations. In key Asian countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand, over 15 related hashtags trended, demonstrating strong fan community cohesion. Additionally, keywords related to participants and the program ranked high in real-time searches on Weibo, China's leading social platform, further proving its global relevance.
The global fandom watching the showcase in real-time reacted enthusiastically through comments and community posts, saying, "Is the quality of the survival stage this good?" "Each one is a leading star-level visual," "The performance and worldview are the best of the best," "A new standard for K-POP survival," and "Perfect distribution of killing parts." The praises pouring in simultaneously from various countries and regions reiterated that 'BOYS 2 PLANET' is indeed a K-POP world-scale debut project.
Moreover, the 'BOYS 2 PLANET' signal song global showcase captured the large performance of 160 participants implemented in a super-sized studio in Paju, using AR technology and stage devices, showcasing the current state of K-POP technology. The choreography of 'HOLA,' participated by choreographer Back Kooyoung and the ROOT team, reflected the concepts of sun and energy, while the contrasting movements of K and C Planet, symbolizing water and fire, maximized visual immersion.
Meanwhile, the 160 boys who took their first step with the signal song global showcase are scheduled to meet star creators in person at 'PLANET DAY: OPEN STAGE' taking place tomorrow (14th) at 3 p.m. in Sangam DMC Park. This event, where everyone's charm can be closely observed, is expected to be an unforgettable moment for all.
Mnet 'BOYS 2 PLANET' is set to premiere 'BOYS 2 PLANET K' and 'BOYS 2 PLANET C' on July 17th (Thursday) and 18th (Friday) at 9:20 p.m. over the course of two days.
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