YG’s YANG HYUN SUK to Discover the Next Major Rookies Following BIGBANG and BLACKPINK
[MBC연예=이호영 기자] YG Entertainment is further strengthening its efforts to discover talent that will lead the future of the global K-pop market under the direct leadership of Executive Producer YANG HYUN SUK.
On the 5th, YG Entertainment posted ‘2026 YG SPECIAL AUDITION : GO! DEBUT’ on its official blog. Following the official poster announcing the audition, the company heightened participation interest by releasing videos showcasing the debut journeys of TREASURE and BABYMONSTER.
The video captures the members being selected as YG trainees and gradually growing into fully realized artists through systematic training and countless evaluations. Toward the end, the artists are seen performing on concert stages amid fans’ thunderous cheers, drawing attention.
YG Entertainment has long led the K-pop wave by producing numerous artists who perform not only in Korea but across the global stage. Recently, the company has further strengthened its training system and significantly shortened the time required to debut, accelerating preparations for the launch of next-generation groups.
YG explained, “As suggested by the title ‘SPECIAL AUDITION,’ this audition has a major point of differentiation. Unlike previous auditions, Executive Producer YANG HYUN SUK, driven by a strong determination to discover major rookies who will follow in the footsteps of BIGBANG and BLACKPINK, will personally take part starting from the document screening stage, which can be considered the first gateway of the audition.”
Meanwhile, applications for ‘2026 YG SPECIAL AUDITION : GO! DEBUT’ are open until February 28 via the YG audition website or the QR code included on the poster. Anyone born between 2007 and 2015 may apply regardless of gender or nationality. Applicants must choose one field they are most confident in, singing, rap, dance, visuals, or talent, and submit a video of up to one minute showcasing their potential. More detailed information can be found on the YG audition website and official social media channels.
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