NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT: A New Era of Digital Idols Begins!

NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT: Igniting a New K-POP Revolution

In an exciting alliance, CUEIGHT, a Tokyo-based entertainment company, has teamed up with SELLIVE, a leading TikTok LIVE agency in South Korea, to kick off the NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT. This innovative initiative is designed to tap into Generation Z's fascination with social media and K-POP, ultimately creating a fresh wave of digital idols. The project aims to find and nurture true talents directly from TikTok's vast platform, allowing aspiring stars to shine in a new era of K-POP.

Why Now? The Shift to NEO K-POP

The landscape of K-POP is transforming. In today's digital age, idols are no longer the sole domain of traditional media or entertainment agencies. Social media platforms empower everyone to showcase their talents and connect with fans worldwide. The NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT focuses on finding and cultivating real stars from a digital-native Generation Z, leading them on a journey from discovery to debut.

Project Overview

The NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT harbors ambitions of uncovering and fostering new stars by integrating Z generation, social media, and K-POP into a holistic digital audition and development framework. Participants in the project can leverage simple smartphone access to reveal their talents and engage a global audience, transforming support from viewers into a stepping stone to greater heights.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to attend a short training camp in South Korea, where they will engage in comprehensive lessons with some of the best professionals in the industry. This phase will focus on enhancing performance skills, expression, and personal growth, setting participants on the path to becoming genuine K-POP artists.

Imagine a journey beginning at TikTok that evolves into one's own story, transitioning dreams into reality. The NEO K-POP DIGITAL IDOL PROJECT promises to offer every challenger a future encapsulated in the name “stage.”

Audition Flow

Step 1: Entry
1. Fill out the application form and submit it.
2. Add the dedicated support LINE to receive participation guidelines.

Step 2: Auditions (STAGE 1 & STAGE 2)

- STAGE 1: September 1 - September 14
- STAGE 2: September 18 - September 28
- Evaluation Methods: (1) TikTok (LIVE streams and video uploads) (2) Public voting through the “LiNC” app.

Step 3: Finals

- Dates: October 13 - October 20
- Evaluation Methods: (1) TikTok (LIVE streams and video uploads) (2) Public voting on the “LiNC” app.

Final Rewards

The top participant (1 person) and any jury award recipient(s) will gain the right to a final interview for potential candidates, scheduled around October 22 - 24. Selected candidates will partake in a short training program in South Korea lasting approximately 80 days, which entails:

- Focused K-POP lessons at local studios.
- An integrated training program involving lessons, filming, and streaming.
- All expenses for transport, accommodation, and lessons will be covered by the project.
- After the training, a final selection of debut members will be made.

After debuting, artists can expect:

- Access to professional lessons in Korea.
- Activity support funds.
- Opportunities to appear in brand and cosmetic advertisements, along with chances for media appearances, music releases, and stage performances.

Note: This project does not guarantee success or debut. Details and schedules may change.

Eligibility to Apply

- Female residents of Japan, aged 18-26.
- Beginners are welcome, while experienced candidates will be preferred.
- Those aspiring to become K-POP idols, who enjoy TikTok, love Korea, and wish to follow their dreams are encouraged to apply!

About SELLIVE

SELLIVE ranks among the top four TikTok LIVE agencies in South Korea, representing over 600 creators engaged in diverse activities across social media, advertising, and entertainment. Their strength lies in offering a high-quality management system, tailored branding, and support that helps each creator grow in their personalized streaming style. They are now making significant strides into the Japanese market, all while applying the live expertise gained in Korea.

The goal is not merely to facilitate streaming but to nurture an individual's uniqueness, aspirations, and potential together.

About LiNC

LiNC is a next-gen global fandom communication and voting platform originating in Korea. It aims to connect artists and fans interactively and provides a user-friendly interface with multilingual support. In this project, LiNC serves as the official voting system, allowing fans to cheer for their favorites and witness their growth in real time.

About CUEIGHT

CUEIGHT is an entertainment production company focused on blending various elements to create new value. They cover everything from discovering potential intellectual properties to expanding nationally and internationally, along with co-creation of content. By viewing all elements as intellectual properties and combining creativity, they maximize value and generate buzz across various formats.

CUEIGHT emphasizes providing total production support for companies entering the Japanese and Korean markets, promoting cross-border collaboration and sustainable value creation in the global market.

In this borderless entertainment era, CUEIGHT continues to seek the unique entertainment experiences that arise from Asian integration.