Boys II Planet: Shocking Rigging Scandal Erupts Before Premiere-Will It Sink or Soar?
Mnet’s ‘Boys II Planet’: Rigging Allegations Make Waves Even Before Premiere
Ah, the drama of reality television-Mnet’s ‘Boys II Planet’ has landed smack in the eye of a storm with allegations of pre-show "rigging" overshadowing its much-anticipated launch. On June 12 KST, the curtain was lifted on 154 promising trainees vying for stardom in both ‘Boys II Planet K’ and ‘Boys II Planet C.’ The excitement peaked as contestants performed the main signal song "Hola Solar" in both Korean and Chinese, revealing intriguing dynamics like the centers for each planet and star rankings that left fans buzzing.
But as soon as the spotlight dimmed, whispers emerged from the online shadows. Allegations began to swirl, claiming backstage antics that could make any seasoned producer blush. Some juicy tidbits? It seems that idols with previous experience, like those from VERIVERY, are not just basking in the limelight but also waving their egos around, treating other trainees as if they were mere amateurs. A particular buzz centered on Kangmin, who allegedly hit a flat note yet somehow walked away with a 3-star rating-a blatant indication, or so the rumors suggest, that the rankings were far from meritocratic.
As the accusations rolled, the narrative grew juicier. Kang Woo Jin, also linked to Wake One Entertainment, reportedly misrepresented his status as an individual trainee for the sake of a center position that was supposedly pre-determined. The whispers didn’t stop there; netizens have laid bare claims of preferential treatment skewed towards trainees from this dominating agency. One keen observer noted that 2-star Leejeong anointed despite lackluster vocals, while even Hsu Ching Yu reportedly snagged 3 stars simply for being part of the right crew.
Such revelations sparked fervent debate among netizens, who snapped back with righteous indignation. Comments ranged from disbelief—"Is this really true?"—to sharp cynicism: “Sounds about right for Mnet’s track record.” The chilling echoes of past scandals involving ‘Produce 101’ series, where the truth of rigged votes led to prison sentences for producers, loom large.
With the premiere dates set for July 17 and July 18, anticipation is sky-high, but will enthusiasm be shadowed by these murky rumors? Only time will tell if ‘Boys II Planet’ will rise above the scandal or spiral into the next chapter of reality TV chaos, darling. Grab your popcorn-this saga is just heating up!
Original Story https://www.allkpop.com/article/2025/06/mnets-boys-ii-planet-faces-rigging-allegations-even-before-its-premiere
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