K-pop Powerhouse Selects Candidates for New NCT Subgroup, with Final Lineup to Be Determined

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SM Entertainment, the renowned K-pop powerhouse, has introduced the ten trainees who will participate in its highly anticipated pre-debut reality show, "NCT Universe: LASTART." The trainees, who will go by the names Riku, Ryo, Haruta, Kassho, Jungmin, Anderson, Minjae, Ryu, Heitetsu, and Sakuya, are aspiring candidates set to debut as part of NCT's new subgroup, one of the three new groups slated for launch this year.

The upcoming reality show will offer viewers a glimpse into the rigorous evaluation process as SM Entertainment assesses the ten candidates, ultimately selecting the final four members who will make their debut. The new NCT subgroup will comprise six members, with two spots already secured.

The fixed members are Sion and Yushi, both hailing from SM Rookies, a pre-debut training team comprised of talented trainees awaiting their idol group debuts. As the pre-debut reality show kicks off on July 27, audiences can tune in via various platforms, including Hulu and Nippon TV in Japan, KOCOWA+ in the Americas, and ENA channel and Tving in Korea.

SM Entertainment's decision to unveil the trainees and launch the pre-debut reality show demonstrates the company's commitment to nurturing new talent and expanding its successful NCT brand. With a dedicated global fanbase eagerly anticipating the group's latest additions, the selection process will undoubtedly generate excitement and speculation within the K-pop community.

As the journey unfolds on "NCT Universe: LASTART," viewers will witness the trainees' growth, determination, and ultimate quest for debut as they strive to join the ranks of NCT's ever-evolving roster. SM Entertainment's dedication to crafting dynamic and multifaceted groups ensures that NCT's new subgroup will captivate audiences with their distinct talents and contribute to the continued success of the NCT brand.

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