The audition seeks candidates in various fields, including vocals and performances.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity for an FNC trainee contract.
FNC Entertainment is set to launch the '2026 FNC Boy Group National Audition' to discover the next generation of male idols. This marks FNC's first open audition exclusively for male trainees, seeking talents in vocals, performances, acting, visuals, and instruments.
The audition tour will kick off on May 23 in Jeonju, making stops in Gwangju, Yeosu, Daejeon, Cheonan, Busan, Ulsan, Gumi, Daegu, Jeju, Chuncheon, and Wonju, culminating in Seoul on July 5. Applicants can register on-site in each city, and those born between 2008 and 2016 can participate regardless of nationality.
Successful candidates will undergo further rounds of evaluation to secure a trainee contract with FNC.
FNC's public audition represents a significant step as they seek male trainees for the first time, aiming to find successors to iconic groups like FTISLAND and CNBLUE. This initiative showcases FNC's commitment to nurturing new talent as they adapt to the evolving demands of the K-POP market by seeking diverse skills across various genres.
Moreover, the audition process exemplifies FNC's professionalism in artist management, providing applicants an opportunity to showcase their unique charms. The company is likely to leverage its past experiences to foster innovative musical ideas.
Ultimately, this audition could serve as a starting point for introducing fresh faces to fans and the general public. By enabling aspiring idols to turn their dreams into reality, FNC positions itself to strengthen both its corporate image and musical identity.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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