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- Time of India
Next-gen K-pop idols look up to BTS: 'BOYS II PLANET' contestants pick Jungkook, V, RM, J-Hope and Jimin as role models
Mnet's upcoming survival show BOYS II PLANET has unveiled its full lineup of 154 contestants. As the sequel to the hit show BOYS PLANET, which formed ZEROBASEONE, the new season aims to debut a global K-pop boy group with fans participating in the production process. The trainees are divided into two units: 80 in the Korean (K) group and 74 in the international (C) group, following six withdrawals.
To build anticipation, Mnet released performance clips of both groups dancing to HOLA SOLAR — a vibrant track that reflects the passion and dreams of the contestants. The song sets the tone for the show's concept and storyline, offering fans an exciting preview of what's to come.
BTS named top role models by trainees
Currently trending on social media is a form the trainees filled out to share more about themselves. One standout question on the questionnaire asked: Who is your role model?
Unsurprisingly, BTS topped the list. Jungkook led with 17 trainees naming him as their biggest inspiration, followed closely by V aka Kim Taehyung. Jimin, RM, and J-Hope also received multiple mentions, highlighting BTS' strong influence on the next generation of idols.
Some BOYS II PLANET contestant reveals that their role model are BTS MYEONG SU (K) : JungkookHSU CHING YU (K) : j-hopeKANG WOO JIN (K) : Jungkook KIM DONG YUN (K) : V
This outpouring of admiration highlights BTS' profound and lasting influence on K-pop. As they celebrate their 12th anniversary today (June 13), it's evident that their legacy continues to inspire and shape the goals of rising idols across the industry.
Some BOYS II PLANET contestant reveals that their role model are BTS MIN JUN (K) : VLEE SEUNG BAEK (K) : Jungkook NA YUN SEO (K) : BTS OH JUN HO : Jungkook#방탄소년단 #보이즈2플래닛
Some BOYS II PLANET contestant reveals that their role model are BTS JIN XIN (C) : Jungkook (Another one, thank you) CHEN ZI SHUO (C) : j-hopeHE XIN LONG (C) : Jungkook LIN CHING EN (C) : V #방탄소년단 #보이즈2플래닛
Some BOYS II PLANET contestant reveals that their role model are BTS CHEN (C) : V ZHANG YU XY (C) : Jungkook #방탄소년단 #보이즈2플래닛
New format for BOYS II PLANET
Initially planned as two separate shows — BOYS II PLANET K and BOYS II PLANET C — each aimed at debuting its own boy group, the show has since changed course.
Mnet has confirmed that while both sides will start independently, their narratives will merge mid-season. Ultimately, only one elite group will debut, intensifying the stakes for participants and fans alike.
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