Do Korean actors go through training?

This statistic displays the average training period of entertainment trainees before their debuts in South Korea in 2018, by category. According to the survey, it took an average of 29.9 months for trainees to debut as an actor and 28.2 months as a singer.

What happens to trainees who don’t debut?

If they complete the contract and don’t debut, it’s waived. If they don’t complete a contract but debut through another agency, then also it’s waived for the trainee and the other agency bears the brunt. If they don’t complete a contract and don’t even debut, they have to pay a bit (not exactly 30 million won).

How do Kpop trainees train?

The trainee process lasts for an indefinite period of time, ranging from months to years, and usually involves vocal, dance, and language classes taken while living together with other trainees, who sometimes attend school at the same time, although some trainees drop out of school to focus on their careers.

How much do you have to pay to be a KPOP trainee?

One source stated, “Even when it feels like they’re doing nothing but breathing, trainees cost us about 30 million won (approximately $27,000) per month.” Because of this enormous cost, the temporary contract between agencies and trainees are very short.

At what age should I audition for Kpop?

You can audition as early as 12 years old at many Kpop auditions. Therefore it is recommended to get a full two years of experience in dancing and voice training before auditioning. That means at the earliest you should be training at age 10.

What does YG look for in trainees?

YG Entertainment To prioritize it, the ranking goes as someone talented, someone who works hard, and someone who’s nice.” Yang Hyun Suk also looked for people who were passionate about their careers. Go crazy over what you want to do, and be excited about the time and opportunities you are given.