(Why did you choose to star on The Unit?)
To me, this was a challenge I must muster a lot of courage.
I'd like to praise you for your courage to challenge yourself.
(Idols refer to mystical objects of worship.)
(Idol singers create K-Pop culture as they lead the New Korean Wave.)
(For the last 10 years, 436 idol groups have made their debuts.)
(But only 1 or 2 teams survived in the industry for a certain year.)
The first gap I faced after my debut was the hardest.
The opportunities for me to show what I have...
prepared were scarcer than I thought initially.
I think at that time, I hit rock bottom.
I think being an idol singer is a hard career.
Should I give up? Is it time to give up?
(They wanted to give up...)
The reason why I couldn't give up was being on the stage.
I'm so happy during those three minutes I'm performing.
I thought many times about bringing an end to my dream.
But there was nothing for me to do except singing.
I am very desperate.
(And a member of an idol group that debuted 18 years ago)
I made my debut in 1998. It's about 20 years ago.
The name of the group was called the Fan Club.
The group wasn't successful.
I went through a rough patch after the group was dismissed.
(If I can, I want to tell myself that I can do this.)
(However, he did not give up on his dream,)
(and Rain has grown...)
(Rain has grown into a star of the Korean Wave sweeping the world.)
From about 3 or 4 years ago,
I received a lot of offers to be a judge on an audition programs.
However, my fundamental principle is that...
I hate judging someone else for their talents.
So I turned down many offers from other TV shows.
But after I heard the aim of this TV show,
I thought that this would help those singers a great deal.
(Thus, began the program called The Unit.)
This show isn't a platform where the artists are evaluated.
This is a platform that provides those who already failed once...
an opportunity and make the conditions again...
in order for them to demonstrate their talents.
(Because he knows too well the desperation they feel...)
(and because their talents ought to sparkle...)
If I were to go back 18 years ago,
I don't think I could be as passionate as them.
How could they be brave enough to join this?
That's why...
they deserve to be respected...
and successful.
The Unit has established the best group of mentors for them.
(The exemplary idol singer)
(The best example for the growth of an idol singer)
To be honest...
I have to evaluate other singers?
I mean since I'm quite young,
I questioned myself if I was qualified to do so.
But I think I can motivate and encourage them as their mentor.
(The queen of performance)
It's already been 10 years since my debut.
Performing on the stage is the most precious thing to me too.
There's no place like the stage where I could feel happier,
but they don't have a lot of opportunities to perform on stage.
I thought it was a perfect chance for the people who want to perform.
So I came here with a positive mindset.
(A sweet vocalist with listeners' complete support)
I liked the theme that these singers will "reboot" themselves.
I thought I must do my best to bring out their talents to the fullest.
(A recognized genius rapper)
We, artists, know how hard it is because all of us have been there.
That's why we also know how desperate they are.
There are so many talented artists,
but luck and timing determine their fates so much.
I hope it's a program that can give second chances.
(Icon of a late bloomer)
For a very long time, I was an obscure singer.
I made myself known to the world through a competition program.
(Hwang Chi Yeul from "Qualifications of Men")
As someone who was desperate to perform on stage...
and who knows the value of it,
I wanted to join the program if I could help someone.
(The Mentor Corps of The Unit)
(With their desperate desires for their dreams,)
(500 idol singers have visited The Unit.)
(So we have prepared a stage...)
(for the youth that mustered up their courage.)
(We wish this stage will provide them opportunities.)
(Their journey of 126 days heading for their dreams)
The creation of the perfect idol unit.
The Unit, the rebooting project, begins now.
(The first gateway into The Unit)
(Booting Evaluation)
(The performers will receive votes from the audience during their act.)
(15 percent of the audience counts for 1 Boot.)
(If 90 percent of the audience votes for the performance,)
(the whole team can join the show as Super Boot.)
(In the case they can't pass as Super Boot,)
(the Mentor Corps will decide to add their Boots or not.)
(Each mentor can give 1 Boot to each performer.)
(Performers with 1 to 6 Boots are eligible to join the show.)
I only have one standard about the Boot.
Are you desperate enough for it?
It's either this or death.
Even if they are not perfect,
the best way would be able to speak to the heart with their talents.
When I look at their eyes, I know.
How is it possible for me to not love someone like that?
Someone who I see potentials as a TV personality.
High standards are...
inevitable because there were a lot of active idol singers.
I think it was a mistake on your part to choose this song.
It looked like they gave up on singing the song from the start.
There wasn't anyone I wanted to pick.
He's a sniper.
I want to see cool performances.
Do you know that you're horrible? That was the worst.
When they do well,
I believe I should compliment them like the world is at their feet.
I think that's only fair.
I'm speechless.
(126 singers who joined the show will go on the journey of 126 days.)
(2 units of 9 male and 9 female singers will be formed by vote.)
(KBS Human Resources Development Institute)
(Qualified singers armed themselves with detestation and dreams.)
(A battlefield to form the best units)
Where have you been?
I want to show the world that ones who don't give up win in the end.
My last challenge.
(Amazing and moving performances of the brave youth)
Oh, my goodness.
I don't usually cry.
The Unit was produced to give someone like her a chance.
(We plan to rewrite the beginning of the idol singers' world.)
(It's before Chuseok, and the day of Booting Evaluation.)
(The first gateway to The Unit is revealed at last.)
(The mentors enter the set.)
(Even Rain has entered now.)
Seriously? When did you all get here?
- You came here early. - I just came.
- Is that so? - Yes.
Did you get some sleep?
- No, not at all. - Oh, no.
Today is going to be a long day.
- Okay. Let's do this. - Let's do our best.
Hello, everyone.
Hello.
Thank you all for coming out here today to join us.
We are going to start now. Please help us a lot.
I'd like to ask you of your support.
All right. The first group of performers, enter the stage.
(Who will be the first group of performers...)
(to start off The Unit?)
(The mentors and the audience are waiting for the first group.)
(Everyone's attention lies on the first group of performers.)
Good Day.
(Good Day.)
Please come to the center of the stage.
(Youthful girls enter the stage confidently.)
With us,
- it's a good day, all day! - It's a good day, all day!
- Hello, we are Good Day. - Hello, we are Good Day.
Hello, I'm Viva of Good Day.
I'm the fairy of Good Day, Genie.
I'm Chae Sol of Good Day.
I'm the adorable youngest, Lucky of Good Day.
I'm the main vocalist and the leader, Hee Jin.
Hello, I'm Ji Won, the cutie of Good Day.
(Good Day made their debut on August 30, 2017 with "Rolly".)
(There are a new girl group that debuted three months ago.)
I thought that it'd be a good chance for us to make ourselves known.
We usually star on music shows,
but there's a limit to what we can succeed with the shows.
I believe this can be a chance for everyone to learn about us.
We are going to show off all of our charms.
I really hope you support us.
- Good Day! - Good Day!
We will show you the daring energy of the newbies!
- We will show you! - We can do this!
It's been about three months since your debut.
And if you are chosen from here and become part of the unit,
it will be much easier for you to let the public know about you.
- Right. - Okay then. First off,
show us your performance, and we'll continue our conversation.
(What kind of performance will they show?)
I will give my best on the stage to have no regret...
and to accept whatever the result is.
("Into the New World" by Good Day)
(The choice of the song illustrates their youthful passion of newbies.)
(They are singing the song with their own interpretation.)
(He's pleased.)
(She can hit the high notes well.)
(They can even pull off the key dance moves skillfully.)
(She finishes her performance with her wink.)
(The mentors are smiling with satisfaction.)
Everyone is good.
- Ji Won. - Yes?
Why are you so happy?
(Laughing)
- Are you always happy? - Sorry?
Are you happy to be dancing?
Yes, I am.
(He breaks into a smile.)
Ji Won, what is your special talent?
My talent? It's smiling.
I must say, I agree with you.
Thank you.
- Yes! - That's a phenomenal talent.
- Thank you. - Okay.
- I was so surprised. - Thank you.
- How could you smile and dance? - Sorry?
(The whole time,)
(she kept her smile on.)
Since I'm in Good Day, every day is a good day for me.
I enjoyed the performance.
It was nice to see...
- all of you trying hard. - Thank you.
- Thank you.
Strangely,
I just really liked their performance.
I thought to myself why I like it so much,
and I watched their performance with attention from start to finish.
Since the name of their group is Good Day,
I could feel their happy energy transmitting to me.
And soon, it will be three months since your debut.
I think there's this energy that only the new groups can radiate.
So I really enjoyed watching your entire performance.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
You didn't get the Super Boot from the audience.
Before the mentors evaluate you...
I would like to hear...
Hee Jin's singing.
(There are individual performances to judge them more objectively.)
(How good will her singing ability be?)
("I Will Go to You Like the First Snow" by Hee Jin)
(An unexpected charm is hidden behind her young face.)
(Her sorrowful emotion dabs our hearts with sadness.)
Thank you.
She's so good.
She's a good singer. I hear it in her voice.
Who is the leader?
I am the leader.
Hee Jin, if there's anything you want to tell us, go ahead.
Dear parents of Good Day, we might not make it home for Chuseok.
I'd like to wish you a Happy Chuseok.
I'd like to tell the chairman of our agency that...
we'll do our best on this show.
Thank you.
You're right. If all of you pass,
you will have to spend your Chuseok at the training camp.
- Ji Won. - They will give you some songpyeon.
These days, people don't give out songpyeon, do they?
During Chuseok.
- They should buy them. - Excuse me.
Hey, old guys.
Old guys.
Gosh, I fell for San E's trick.
- I shouldn't have brought it up. - Let us not...
talk about what's in or out these days.
We are already way older than the performers...
in front of us.
Only the evaluations of Good Day remain now.
(They are holding each other's hands tightly.)
They are at a sweet age.
Kids these days are different from us when we were at that age.
They are different from Hyun A when she was at that age.
They got so much better.
I just feel that we are...
- a couple of old guys. - Exactly.
All right. Now,
the mentors' evaluations only remain.
(What are the results of 6 members of Good Day?)
- Hee Jin. - Yes.
Please show us the result for her.
(Will Hee Jin be able to join The Unit?)
(The mentors give Hee Jin 4 Boots.)
(Chi Yeul, Hyun A, Tae Min, and Hyun Ah)
Thank you.
Despite her young age, I thought...
she was good at maximizing her emotion.
I think she's the best one there.
Thank you.
- Congratulations. Take your spot. - Thank you.
Next up is Ji Won. Please move forward.
(What is the result of Ji Won's evaluations?)
Please show us the result for Ji Won.
(The mentors give Ji Won 5 Boots.)
(Chi Yeul, Rain, Tae Min, Hyun Ah, and San E)
Thank you.
- Congratulations. Honestly, - Thank you.
- when I asked you... - Yes.
to show us your specialty, you gained...
the most votes by just smiling without saying a word.
- I think that was the key point. - Thank you.
- Congratulations, join the back. - Congratulations.
Thank you.
Next, Chae Sol.
Step forward.
(Chae Sol's boot reveal)
Please reveal...
Chae Sol's boot.
(The mentors' choice)
(Rain)
- Thank you. - You received one vote.
That one vote was from Rain. Can you see it in the back?
He's smiling so brightly. It's that old man over there.
That old man.
Thank you.
I thought she was really nice...
as one of the characters for The Unit.
I consider one's desperateness, feeling,
and how much this person will be able to achieve as a factor.
That's why I voted...
for Chae Sol.
- Thank you. - Okay.
(What are the results for the remaining 3 members?)
(Viva 3 boots)
(Genie 2 boots)
Please reveal Lucky's results.
(Will everyone in Good Day join?)
Please reveal Lucky's results.
(The mentors' choice)
(Lucky gets 0 boot.)
Sadly,
the mentors didn't choose her.
You didn't make it because you were bad.
You're really young.
I was in a group in 1998.
I was the youngest in the group like you.
(Rain was the youngest in Fan Club in 1998.)
I also had a time like that.
But I'm the most successful now.
(Rain's warm encouragement)
I'm not bragging.
I'm telling you this to encourage you.
It's not because you're bad.
- Okay. - You're just a little different...
from what we are trying to make.
- I see. - Do you understand?
- Yes. - Okay, thank you.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- Have a good day. - Thank you.
Even if I didn't make it,
I know my members will do a good job...
without me.
- Don't cry. - You can do better next time.
(The youngest member Lucky bravely cheers her members.)
Don't cry.
Next, please come on stage.
(Who are the next performers?)
(Their attention is focused.)
(A.C.E)
A.C.E.
(Rookie group A.C.E has been debuted for 5 months)
A.C.E.
Please come on stage.
- Hello, we are A.C.E. - Hello, we are A.C.E.
Nice to meet you.
Let me ask you this.
Why did five guys dance...
in hot pants?
(Hot pants?)
(They gained attention from their shocking outfit during their debut.)
We wore hot pants.
We worried a lot in the start because it was...
unfamiliar to us.
We thought, "Is this okay?"
("They're unlikeable.")
("It looks like they're wearing underwear.")
We were happy that people were paying attention,
even if it was because of our outfit.
We also worked very hard...
on our dancing and singing. But sadly,
people only paid attention to our outfits.
It would be nice if people would see our dancing and singing.
That's what I thought.
(Hapjeong dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul)
- Let's go. - I can't open my eyes.
I'm so tired.
(The two goes to their practice room every day.)
I'm really tired.
(The two goes to their practice room every day.)
Our company is small.
For that, we couldn't ask them to do things for us.
We're just thankful that we have a practice room.
We don't know when the sun goes up and down...
since the practice room is below the ground.
We're used to practicing every day.
Sometimes, it's more comfortable than home.
(A small company and nameless rookies)
Our company is new.
We didn't know whether we could debut or not.
After we debuted,
we thought, "Could we succeed?"
That was hard for us.
(They make time to clean and wash the dishes...)
(during their practice time.)
This tastes good.
(They eat food from the convenience store.)
This is good.
(Their daily life is the same even after their debut.)
Just push the mop until the end.
(Their daily life is the same even after their debut.)
It didn't change a lot, even after our debut.
We're desperate for this stage.
Let's see their performance first.
Let's talk to them after that.
- Are you ready? - Yes, we're ready.
Let's go. The Unit.
The Unit is a stepping stone...
for us to progress.
It's also a stepping stone to promote A.C.E.
We want to fly far away from this stepping stone.
("Don't Wanna Know" by Jun and Chan of A.C.E)
(Their boyish charm was hidden by the hot pants.)
(It's hard to tell from the faces of the mentors.)
(They exude a positive energy that they couldn't show until now.)
(It's still hard to tell from the reaction of the mentors.)
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- Could you dance shortly for us? - I can also dance for a long time.
- Just dance shortly. - Okay.
(The two men lie down.)
They're so adorable.
They're like twins.
("Gashina" by Sunmi)
(An unexpected choice of music)
(How will they express feminine sexiness?)
(They became men from boys.)
(The mentors are starting to smile.)
(They are both boyish and sexy.)
- We enjoyed it. - We enjoyed it.
(This performance had a completely different charm from the first one.)
You two work in perfect harmony.
Yes, it was nice to see that.
You performed it quite well.
We'll start judging right away.
(A.C.E changed the atmosphere with their dancing.)
What will happen to A.C.E?
Let's see. Chan, step forward first.
Please reveal his boots.
(What are Chan's boot results?)
(The mentors' choice is 4 boots.)
(Hwang Chi Yeul, Rain, Jo Hyun Ah, and Kim Hwa Young)
He received 4 boots. Congratulations.
- Okay. - Thank you.
Jun, step forward.
(What are Jun's boot results?)
Jun,
we will reveal your result.
(The mentors' choice)
(The mentors' choice is 4 boots.)
(Chi Yeul, Rain, Hyun Ah, and Hwa Young)
(Jun of A.C.E also joins The Unit.)
(These two didn't give them a boot.)
- First, you chose a Maroon 5 song. - Yes.
I liked the next performance better.
And you have...
to pay more attention to the details.
- You have to pay attention. - Okay.
I liked the performance of "Gashina" better.
I didn't feel big highlight...
from your performance.
- Please show us next time. - Okay, thank you.
- Thank you today. - Thank you.
- Thank you.
Next, please come on stage.
April.
(The next performer has a cute appearance.)
(Enters the stage with a nervous face.)
How could she be so pretty?
(Her cute appearance makes people smile.)
Hello. I'm Lee Hyun Joo, and I'm 20 years old.
I'm from April.
I used to be a member of the girl group, April.
I can't pronounce it. I'll do it one more time.
Hello. I'm Lee Hyun Joo, and I'm 20 years old.
I used to be a member of the girl group, April.
I left the group in April, 2016...
when the song "Tinkerbell" came out.
("Suffers from respiratory trouble", "Will not return to April")
I thought it was...
unfair since I couldn't perform because I was sick.
It was my dream.
I couldn't completely give it up.
I have a dream and I'm confident...
that I will work hard.
I will think this as my last chance.
I'll show you a side of me that I will never regret.
(Hyun Joo gave up her dream because of health problems.)
(Will she be able to have another chance to realize her dream?)
("Pretty Girl" by Lee Hyun Joo)
Hello.
I have sparkly eyes...
and I'm your happy virus, Lee Hyun Joo.
I don't give up, and I do my best. My passion is 100 percent.
I will win your hearts with a sparkling charm.
I hope you have a good impression of me.
(She made the atmosphere better with her bubbly self-introduction.)
She's really cute.
(She filled the stage with her liveliness.)
(She gained 5 boots from the audience.)
Can't you just give...
her a super boot?
- Isn't this worthy of a super boot? - She needs...
one more boot.
You're making us make a difficult decision.
What section are you from? People from Mapo.
Are you evaluating right now?
- We voted for her. - We voted for her.
Why are you mad at me?
- Hyun Joo. - Yes?
Do you know...
our criteria to pass?
I think you will consider various talents.
We're going to make an idol group.
Even if you can't sing well,
you can pass if you're good at dancing.
If you're bad at both singing and dancing,
- you can pass if you're charming. - Yes.
But...
do you think you have the charm to pass?
Yes, I think so.
What is that?
I'm lively...
and have a vivacious charm.
Okay, we will start your boot evaluation.
(It's time for the mentors' vote.)
I just saw the standard of an idol group member.
I think she's the standard.
I think we need her.
- I thought she was a doll. - You're right.
I thought she was a doll.
(The mentors' compliments continue)
We will see your boot results.
(Hyun Joo appealed with her liveliness.)
(The mentors' choice)
(The mentors' choice is 6 boots)
Thank you.
(She received boots from every mentor for the first time.)
I really enjoyed your performance.
(Tae Min is suddenly choked up, so he can't continue to speak.)
(Hyun Joo suddenly starts to cry.)
It's hard for me to continue if she cries.
- I'm sorry. - Honestly,
self-promotion is really important.
That was fresh to me.
I wish you practiced your singing and dancing more.
If that combines with your atmosphere and appearance,
that will create a synergy effect.
Thank you.
(Hyun Joo joins The Unit.)
(The audience can't help but look at her until she leaves the stage.)
She's not a doll.
Next, please come on the stage.
(The next performer is attractively tall.)
(U-KISS)
U-KISS.
(The audience starts to stir.)
My goodness.
- Hello. - U-KISS.
I'm the youngest member of U-KISS, Jun.
I'm the energizer of the team.
I'll do my best.
- You're so handsome. - Thank you.
His height is pretty similar to me.
Do you have double eyelids?
Yes, they're quite deep.
That won't do.
(He's not the next Rain.)
His eyes are different from mine.
- Anyway, it's nice to meet you. - Yes.
Didn't U-KISS perform...
very actively?
Where are the other five members?
Why are you here alone?
("Multinational group U-KISS", "Explosion of interest")
(U-KISS debuted in 2008 as a multinational group.)
("U-KISS is 1st place on the chart", "'Am I Easy' is very popular")
(They occupied the K-pop industry in 2009.)
(U-KISS performed steadily for 10 years since their debut.)
(The other name of U-KISS is the "Child raising group".)
(Eli, the "Mr. House Husband")
(The members left the group one after another.)
(U-KISS became the symbol of misfortune.)
I...
joined U-KISS in the middle.
That's why...
I wanted to help my members.
But it wasn't that easy.
That's why I applied for this.
A lot of people told me,
"Why did you join U-KISS?",
and "It would be better if you started newly."
I joined because I liked U-KISS.
(The members chose Jun themselves.)
I'm thankful that my members accepted me.
I thought how I could repay them.
I wanted...
to promote U-KISS to the public,
and change the perspective about us in a positive way.
(Will the youngest U-KISS member Jun be...)
(able to turn the hearts of the public?)
I'm going to do my best, so my members will say,
"I'm proud of you."
("Dang Dang Dang" by U-KISS Jun)
Let's do this, everyone.
Put your hands up.
(Jun is leading the audience to react.)
Put your hands up.
You must be tired.
Put your hands up together.
(Audience Boot is going up without a hitch.)
Say what?
(The audience and mentors are fascinated by his performance.)
(The very first Super Boot)
(The studio is filled with the heat of Super Boot.)
(The audience gave him...)
(Super Boot.)
He just got Super Boot for the first time.
You know this is Super Boot.
(It's also their first time to see Super Boot.)
(Those who get more than 90 percent of votes from the audience joins...)
("The Unit" without the mentors' evaluation.)
- Thank you. - All right.
(Jun is the first performer who got the Super Boot.)
Actually, we don't have much to say...
when we get a Super Boot.
Now that the audience gave you Super Boot,
you're in.
Thank you. Thank you so much.
Your rap...
(Jun make a mistake with the lyrics.)
I was a little disappointed in your rapping.
But the most important thing...
when you perform on stage is...
how to communicate with the audience.
I think it is one of your greatest strengths.
I want you to show it off on the next stage.
Okay.
Even though you're the youngest member in the team,
you did it with big responsibility. I think that's really cool.
Above all things, you filled the stage alone...
communicating with the audience.
Your performance was very impressive in that way.
- I liked it a lot. - How do you feel?
It feels like I'm dreaming.
I won't be able to sleep tonight.
Practice all night without sleeping then.
Okay, I will.
You said you wouldn't be able to sleep.
- I'll work hard. - I'll look forward to it.
- Thank you. - All right.
Congratulations!
(Congratulations on the first Super Boot.)
He's strong. He's like a bull.
- He's a bull. He's powerful. - He's a bull.
If we touch it up a bit...
(Yes!)
Who's next? Please come on stage.
(Idol singers who dream of a new stage)
(They're familiar to both the audience and the mentors.)
Brave Girls.
BESTie.
Laboum.
Dalshabet. Dalshabet?
(They're an idol group familiar to the public.)
(They even topped the charts of TV music shows.)
(Why are they in The Unit?)
Hello, we're Dalshabet.
I'm Serri.
I'm Woohee.
It's good to see you all.
Woohee.
I bet there's no one who doesn't know Dalshabet in here.
Laboum's here.
In fact, I met them quite often...
- in many TV shows. - Right.
What brings you here?
We've worked as an idol group for a long time,
but we didn't have many chances to show solo performances.
And we wanted to show the new side of us.
So we decided to be here.
I'd like to watch your performance first.
(The girl groups want to show the new side of them.)
(Woohee)
(Did they manage to appeal to the 6 mentors?)
- Woohee. - Yes.
(What's the result?)
(Dalshabet got 6 boots.)
- They got six boots. - Thank you.
(And there are...)
(more idol singers to join The Unit.)
I guess you were disappointed that you didn't get more chances.
If you got more chances and better conditions,
you would've been good enough to be stars.
I felt sorry about that.
Woohee, what's the matter?
Now that we got a lot of praises,
I was so happy that I couldn't hold tears.
(The mentors' boots mean more than any compliment to them.)
I think it will be fun. I'll look forward to it.
(Their talent makes everyone look forward to the next performance.)
(The boot evaluation continues.)
(With the dark clouds in the sky,)
(the singers in the news are coming.)
Good luck, Dia!
We wish you good luck.
(There were about 500 applicants.)
(They caught the attention of the media and fans before broadcasting.)
(Among others)
Hello.
I was in the girl group named Hello Venus.
And I left the team.
- I started from 2012. - I left the team.
(They became a hot potato as they left the team.)
I'm so nervous.
(The former idol stars must feel even more nervous.)
(Shrieking)
I wanted to give it a try.
(They feel a lot of pressure.)
(Would they be able to pull this off?)
Next up, please come on stage.
(The keyword catches everyone's attention.)
What?
(Why are they surprised to see the next performer?)
[Kocowa Ver] E01 Idol Rebooting Project 'The Unit' -= Ruo Xi =-
(T-ara)
(The keyword catches everyone's attention.)
What?
(The former member of T-ara, Areum)
It's T-ara.
(The audience begin to stir.)
Hello, I'm the former member of T-ara, Areum.
I'm Han A Reum now.
Please love and support me.
And please vote for me.
- Well... - T...
(They start talking at the same time.)
As soon as I saw the name T-ara on the back,
- I thought it was a mistake... - I see.
or something.
It must've not been easy to decide to be here.
Right.
(To be on this stage...)
(as a former member of a top idol group.)
In fact, T-ara is still a very popular girl group.
But you dropped out...
as far as I know.
Right.
While I was in the group,
we sang "Day by Day", "Sexy Love",
and, as a unit, "Jeon Won Diary" in Korea.
(She sang the hit songs such as "Day by day" and "Jeon Won Diary".)
The reason I dropped out of T-ara...
in just a year is...
(Is there bullying in T-ara? Areum drops out. What happened to T-ara?)
Well...
Discord?
Discord.
I can't deny that it was one of the reasons...
because there is discord even in a family.
There surely is.
Back then, the other members were so young...
and I was even younger.
It was when we were exhausted and sensitive...
and didn't talk to each other a lot that they took pictures of us.
And they reported that I was bullied.
If we had some discord, it would be something really trivial...
that even a family would have.
Although you told the truth,
I bet there were false rumors...
and you must have felt very unfair.
I believe it was too hard to answer all those questions too, right?
Yes, it was.
Most of all,
there were rumors about discord...
and my illness.
- Your illness? - Yes.
I've seen pictures regarding the article saying she may be ill.
Because I was so young, I took some pictures...
for Halloween after I painted my face.
When I uploaded the pictures, the rumors that I was...
mentally ill started to spread.
- Because of Halloween. - Yes.
- That's so... - Goodness.
It was so sad.
Frankly speaking, it is true...
that it was the most painful memory.
It was an unbelievable story.
Mentally... How should I put it?
I started to develop a little bit of social phobia later.
I was afraid of everyone.
They all looked like monsters.
I went to see a doctor,
was hospitalized, and stayed there with my mom.
I was there for about a month while being treated mentally.
That quite helped me recover.
There was a motivation that helped me decide to be on this show.
One day, I was dancing to GFriend's "Fingertip" looking in the mirror,
and I felt I was too good to stay home...
when I looked at myself.
I felt I was still full of life.
The energy inside me was still vigorous.
She's ready.
Try to imagine there is a wall of mirror here.
Okay.
Now, let's begin your performance.
Because I was wearing heels in a long time,
my worst worry was I might lose balance.
I was also worried that the stage might look empty.
I just want to do as I practiced.
("Day and Night" by Han A Reum)
(Would she be good enough to be on her own, not in a girl group?)
(She can't help the shaking.)
(She tries hard to control herself and continues to sing.)
(Her song is over.)
- Good job. - Good job.
Thanks.
(Did her ardent desire impress the mentors?)
I hope you'd accept the result...
whether it's good or bad.
Weren't your past four years very difficult?
No, not really.
- Are you sure? - No, I'm not.
I think you may have experienced a slump...
and had a lot of thoughts on your future.
I'm saying this to you as a mentor.
I can relate to you a lot.
You used to be a member of a famous girl group,
but you decided to start all over again and came to this show.
I think highly of that.
- I respect you. - Thank you.
Please show us the result.
(What are Areum's boot results?)
(Mentors gave her two boots.)
Goodness.
She got two boots and passed.
(Gosh. That's a relief.)
I had a high regard for her courage.
I know that she probably had a really hard time,
and I could tell that she...
practiced alone for a long time.
I want to see her improve even more...
and hope that she will be healthy in her heart.
We don't know how many hardships we have to go through.
(Warm words as a mentor who understands her.)
You have a pretty smile. Good luck.
Thank you.
Even after she crumbled down,
she stood up again.
I want her to be rewarded for that. Thank you for the good job.
Thank you so much.
(A Reum's flying solo begins from now indeed.)
(Goodness)
She got so nervous that she had cramps in her leg.
Her legs were so trembling when she was dancing.
(She bursts into tears as soon as she steps down from the stage.)
Mom and Dad, I passed.
I'll try hard to lose weight before the training begins.
(The auditions go on nonstop.)
Next performer, it's your turn.
(The next performer comes out with a deep breath.)
Im Jun Hyeok.
(The audience cheers up as soon as his face is revealed.)
(Bewildered and nervous)
Hello.
My name is Im Jun Hyeok. I sing and play the piano.
Nice to meet you.
I can't wait. But I want to know why you dropped out of the group.
(Is Jun Hyeok also a former member of an idol group?)
What group did you belong to?
It was Day6.
(People are quite familiar with the name Day6.)
I debuted through JYP Entertainment.
I joined Day6 in 2015,
and I quit in 2016.
(The contract has been canceled. Did he really date one of his fans?)
I thought I was doing harm to my group,
and it was too much for me too.
(But he couldn't give up music.)
Please show your performance now.
(Despite the controversy in the past, how will he perform today?)
For my fans who have trusted in me,
I want to show what I've prepared so far.
("In Front of Your House" by Im Jun Hyeok)
(He gets sweaty from the start.)
(He has a clear and beautiful voice.)
(The stage is full of emotions.)
(He gained 4 Audience Boots.)
(Non-stop applause is rare.)
Im Jun Hyeok.
Yes?
How do you sing and play so well?
Thank you.
Your skills on the piano are already commendable.
But with your singing added,
it was impressive.
It left a deep impression on me.
(It's not just a compliment, it's high praise.)
Please give us a moment.
(It's time for the Mentor Boot.)
- He's a great singer. - He's very good.
I loved his tone.
It's a tone that I love.
He definitely seems like a good singer,
but was nervous.
His strongest trait is the fact he physically appears...
to enjoy singing.
But I'm concerned about which group and how...
he should be plugged in.
We will now reveal the results of Im Jun Hyeok's Boot.
(The Mentors' Decision)
(He receives 4 Boots.)
(Hwang Chi Yeul, Rain, Tae Min, Jo Hyun Ah)
It really isn't easy to play music live and sing...
on survival program stages.
Also,
I imagined how much practice that entailed.
Thank you for your wonderful performance today.
Personally,
I had something in mind.
For the first time ever,
I want to break the stereotype...
that idols must both dance and sing.
You can compose music for this kind of group.
(His performance conceptualized a new kind of idol group.)
Since you were nervous,
it was a bit shaky due to your short breaths.
But I think you'll be even better next time.
I really loved your tone.
That's right. Tae Min strongly commended you.
Thank you for your performance.
(Im Jun Hyeok's future looks promising.)
Hello.
I debuted in 2005 with Paran...
(Debuted 12 years ago, he's the oldest contestant.)
(His entrance shocks the mentors as well.)
I'm Rapper Si Yoon, and I feel like...
I'll have to retire soon. Nice to meet you.
(I'm Paran's rapper, Si Yoon.)
(Bush was re-elected, and Hwang Woo Suk's scandal was all the chatter.)
(This was 2005.)
(Paran debuted in all-white with a lot of promise.)
At the time, I was a 15-year-old in the 8th grade.
Yes, I'm an industry veteran.
(He returned at the age of 27.)
Afterwards, I debuted in 2011 again with U-Kiss.
(He debuted with the hit-song, "Man Man Ha Ni".)
(He then left U-Kiss to pursue academics.)
Due to an inferiority complex,
I decided to study so none can look down on me.
I studied like a madman.
I slept 2 to 3 hours a day.
I'm currently majoring in Psychology at Columbia University.
Oh my gosh.
(Columbia University, ranked 5th in the world in 2017,)
(produced many prominent alumni.)
(Si Yoon joined such a club.)
Hold on.
You slept three hours a day after leaving the group...
to major in Psychology?
I think he's the kind of a person...
who can do anything he tries.
He might as well become president...
if he chooses politics.
I decided to study so none can look down on me.
My ambition to succeed as a musician was great.
(Will he receive recognition on stage?)
(Si Yoon's own rap.)
(San E sighs.)
I can hear you rapping,
but it's difficult to hear what you're saying.
I feel like it was like that overall.
(This harsh criticism wasn't expected.)
This is the result of Si Yoon's Boot.
You failed to receive any Boots.
(The mentors decided to give him 0.)
Next contestant, please enter.
(Countless contestants dream to take up a new challenge.)
(To stand out among the fierce competition,)
(contestants prepare very unique performances.)
(However, many fail.)
(Who will manage to move the mentors and the audience?)
Next contestant, please enter.
Big Star.
(They're Big Star?)
Please welcome them to the stage.
(Big Star, a group of 4, enters the stage.)
- In 2, 3. Hello, We're Big Star. - Hello, We're Big Star.
Big Star.
Your group, Big Star,
was produced by Brave Brothers, right?
- Yes, that's right. - That's right.
It's been a while.
We debuted in July of 2012.
Big Star has been around for six years.
(Brave Brothers produced countless hit songs.)
(Big Star was ambitiously promoted.)
(It released "Hot Boy", which had a huge production cost.)
Our concept was to be bad party boys.
Our CEO really put in a lot of effort.
He even personally shopped overseas for our outfits.
Looking back, I don't think we fit the concept that well.
I'm really not a party boy.
I'm not that flashy.
We just tried to put on that mask after the debut.
(After "Moonlight Sonata" in 2015, Big Star hasn't been active.)
I think we really started to go downhill.
To be honest, we couldn't go any lower.
When we decided to appear, I had a lot of thoughts.
I had some ambition too.
I wanted to prove ourselves to the company.
We still have potential.
I wondered why they left a group like us behind.
("Flower Road" by Big Star)
(They reinterpreted the song with their own choreography.)
(They gained 4 Audience Boots.)
This isn't a Super Boot.
We encourage you to give us your best.
First, we'll evaluate Feel Dog's dancing.
(After a light shake-up...)
(His energy seems to swallow the stage.)
(The stage is on fire.)
(The heat rises.)
(The performance bewitches the mentors and the audience.)
Where have you been all this time?
You're good.
He's so good.
I really enjoyed it.
I'm wondering how you suppressed your urge to perform.
It was awesome.
The Unit exists to give people like him a chance.
- That's right. - Right?
(He was prepared to light up the stage.)
He finally shone through.
- All right. - Respect.
I began to dance because I enjoyed it so much.
- Hyun Ah clapped the loudest. - Really...
- That's right. - Your show just moved me to dance.
I'm not very good at expressing myself,
but I enjoyed myself to the max.
- Thank you for the performance. - Thank you.
(Sung Hak's next.)
(Attention-stealer)
Lastly, Rae Hwan, you're up.
I prepared a song.
Before we appeared here on "The Unit",
I believe we all had some fears and concerns.
I'm sure I can't speak for all,
but I chose this song believing we share the same sentiments.
Please enjoy.
- Let's go. - All right.
("I Dream" by Rae Hwan)
(It sweetly expresses their desire to return to the stage.)
Now, please begin with Feel Dog's results.
(Feel Dog's Boot Results)
(He gained 6 Mentor Boots.)
Feel Dog.
- All right. - Feel Dog.
- All right. - Thank you.
I can dare say, your big decision...
to feature on this show...
was a very wise choice.
I'll keep my self-esteem without resorting to hubris.
I'll give it my best.
All right. Next, it's Jude.
(He gained 3 Mentor Boots.)
- Ok, then. - There it is.
(Sung Hak's Boot results)
(He gained 3 Mentor Boots.)
(Hyun Ah, Rain, Tae Min)
Now, it's Rae Hwan.
(Finally, it's time for Rae Hwan's results.)
(Will Big Star's 4 members all make it into the program?)
(He gained 2 Mentor Boots.)
(Hyun A, Jo Hyun Ah)
All right.
Honestly,
the four of us male mentors...
didn't feel anything special for your performance.
But, Hyun A and Jo Hyun Ah...
felt your song in their hearts.
Personally,
my heart felt a little strange.
- That means something was there. - I see.
Something touched my heart.
There is so much sincerity behind the performance.
I dare not judge it.
It doesn't make sense for them to fail.
Their hearts were pounding...
(For 2 years, they longed for this stage.)
after hearing your song, Rae Hwan.
(Rae Hwan's sincerity touched the mentors' hearts.)
Hyun A can't stop crying either.
Are you okay? You can speak.
I...
really wanted to give up.
But there was nothing else for me to do.
There is nothing else I like or want to do.
I feel like singing is the only thing I can be good at.
It was very hard because things weren't looking up.
And I was so nervous.
When I was backstage, I anticipated failing.
It's Chuseok soon.
(If he passed, he was planning to train through Chuseok.)
I told my parents I wouldn't be able to go home.
But if I fail, I have to return.
How can I go back home like this?
We all know how that feels.
I think I understand you very well.
I told my parents too I won't be going home.
I was an unknown artist for nine years.
My hands would shake in anticipation of getting scolded.
But why did you cry so much?
What could it be? I saw Hyun Ah shedding tears.
His song conveyed a certain feeling.
He could've just sang, "Oh I dream".
But it was fuller.
Oh I dream
I felt he was singing with...
something important at stake.
I was resounding.
I was able to empathize.
Thank you.
You all passed.
I will remember Feel Dog and the rest of the members.
- Good work, everyone. - Big Star.
- Thank you. - Good job.
(We hope this will be a new start for Big Star.)
Thank you.
Good job.
(The 4 members embrace.)
Good work, everyone.
I tried not to cry on TV.
But I cried so much.
Next contestant, please enter.
(The next contestant enters.)
Lee Jung Ha, please come on up.
Please give him a big round of applause.
Hello. I'm a novice actor Lee Jung Ha, 19 years old.
I'm Lee Kwan Min with Namoo Actors.
(He's their younger colleague.)
I've been on air before.
I've been on "The Golden Bell Challenge".
(Yongin Seongji High School)
This makes even a whale to dance.
What is the answer?
It's life.
How would life make a whale dance?
My life is so very ahppy.
The correct answer...
is "compliment".
(His optimism couldn't save him from an elimination.)
(How embarrassing)
So, you were casted by JYP Entertainment...
while playing on the beach?
- JYP Entertainment? - Yes.
My dream back then was to become an idol.
But because I lacked the talent,
I ran away.
(He's the poster child of JYP's blunder.)
All right. We'll watch your performance...
- and evaluate you. - He's so cute.
- Okay. - Go ahead.
(This novice actor dreams of becoming an idol.)
I'm nervous.
This is my first time on such a big stage.
But I'm strong under pressure.
So I'm confident that I'll enjoy it.
("What's Going On" by Lee Jung Hwa)
(His head tilts.)
(What?)
(Something seems clumsy,)
(but he also looks cute.)
(But his single strong suit is his cheery freshness.)
(What's going on?)
(What's going on...)
(on this professional battleground?)
(Smiling)
(He receives 2 Audience Boots.)
Thank you.
(Feeling helpless)
Thank you.
(Gosh)
(His eyes are all smiles.)
Gosh. He's so cute.
I want to say something,
but his smiles are muting.
- He's so cute. - For the first time ever,
Yes?
I'm pleased despite the lack of talent.
Thank you.
Gosh.
To be honest, your singing is a bit lacking.
I don't think your dancing skills need to be mentioned.
But why do I like your performance?
But the aura emanating from him,
is just covering everything.
- It's not just me, right? - Yes, not just me.
While you were performing,
I was watching the expressions coming from the audience.
I thought I was happy alone. But everyone was smiling.
You have an amazing talent...
to incite smiles and laughter.
- Thank you. - It's an aura.
It's strange, isn't it?
You might make it, or you might not.
- Yes, I have no regrets. - But if you make it,
you won't run away again, right?
Yes, I ran back then. But I want to go head on this time.
I learned to dance and sing for the first time for the challenge.
Gosh.
(Clapping like a seal)
- Gosh. - This is incredible.
Hey, Jung Ha.
But should you pass, your skills...
do need to be on par to a certain degree.
I understand.
However, can you perform any other dances?
- Still... - Yes.
(Nodding)
- You do? - Yes.
Jung Ha has everything.
How adorable.
- What do you have? - I'll dance without music.
Okay.
In 1, 2, 3, 4.
(His movements seem confident.)
(The audience is busy urging him on.)
(And they just fall for his smile.)
(Didn't I do well?)
(The audience responds positively.)
I think you already have more fans than I do here.
- Of course not. - You're the best.
But your dancing. Hold on. Let me go down.
Let me do down.
(What's going on?)
(Rain himself walks down to the stage.)
Personally.
He's going personally.
- The man is personally going. - He's just.
For a 1-on-1 lesson.
So...
(Stripping off)
(Is this real life?)
This isn't a lesson.
I want to see his potential.
But because he has never learned,
we can't have him impact a team negatively.
That's right.
All right.
(He is ceaselessly bright.)
He's so adorable.
(He is ceaselessly bright.)
All right. From the top,
imagine that a bar is passing through.
Go down.
There you go. Now, your waist.
There you go.
Head first.
(Rain gives him a personal lesson.)
One.
I think I'm getting it.
Again. Begin.
One.
Two. Gosh. I don't think...
I can try one more time.
(His positivity is fatal.)
(This is really something.)
- Oh, gosh. - What's going on?
You can't just leave him hanging.
- He's grasping your hand. - He held fast.
When did you start holding hands?
- Okay. - This is an expensive lesson.
Thank you.
Just go with the music one more time and show me.
You can move however you like.
- However I want? - It's your last chance?
Go with the flow. Do whatever comes out.
(Will Rain's personal lesson take effect?)
(It's moot.)
(Oh, well)
(Let's just enjoy this stage.)
You're both very impressive people.
For some strange reason, seeing you together was great.
You really lack talent.
But seizing the stage with your expression despite that...
Do you want to know something? You'll be the only participant...
who drew me to the stage.
Thank you very much.
Thank you.
We'll begin the evaluation among the mentors. Give us some time.
Okay.
Gosh. What should we do?
What do we do?
But did you see?
He held his hand then did the wave.
(Waving)
He suddenly told him not to go.
- He held on. - But honestly,
he's so bad at singing and dancing.
But this kind of charming personality is very rare.
I think we have to proceed cautiously.
(Feeling nervous)
I feel helpless.
Raise your hands, if you'd like him to pass.
In 1, 2, 3.
(Everyone participates.)
- This is the female heart. - This is like a Super Boot.
Then why didn't you just initially give him the vote?
- It should've been from the start. - They didn't really know.
You want to do it again?
- Okay. Lee Jung Ha. - Yes?
We'll evaluate your Boot.
(Lee Jung Ha's Boot results will be revealed.)
(What will be the final decision?)
(He has been granted 4 Mentor Boots.)
(Gosh)
(Hyun A, Rain, Jo Hyun Ah, San E)
I've never seen a more happier audience.
- Oh gosh. - It's like their own happiness.
Honestly, this might breed controversy.
You're not qualified to pass.
- I know myself. - You do, right?
But...
I'm curious.
I want to see how far you can progress.
Your passionate desire, which caused you...
to grab my hand and not let go,
really bought me over.
I don't think I could've done it like you.
You looked at Rain square in the eyes and did the wave.
It filled me with expectation.
- Thank you. - That is why,
apart from skill, I chose to look at someone's charms.
You are one charming young man, Jung Ha.
- Thank you. - I'll see you again later.
- I'll really do my best. - Thank you.
- Okay. - Thank you.
You have to work as hard as much as you lack, okay?
- All right. - Okay.
Thank you.
(Running in a hurry)
He's so adorable.
Certain people are just attractive.
- It's strange. - Right?
That's ability too.
- Right? - It's ability.
- I made the right decision, right? - Yes, he's pretty much...
- Right? - a celebrity.
(What kind of idol will enter the stage next?)
Lee Joo Hyun.
Please step up to the stage.
Welcome.
Hello, I'm 13-year-old Lee Joo Hyun...
the "New Face"...
who wants to leave an impression.
(As soon as 13-year-old Lee Joo Hyun steps in)
I'm in my 33rd year of life. Nice to meet you.
You were born when I was 23-years-old,
Joo Hyun.
I'm getting a flood of emotions.
Since when did you start dancing?
Since I was in the second grade.
- Second grade? - Yes.
I'd do covers of idol dances...
and perform.
In the fourth grade, I joined...
an agency for the first time to begin practicing.
How are your studies coming along?
During my second year in middle school,
I took my first final exams,
but I did well. I ranked first in class...
and third overall.
(She became a Cube trainee when she was 11-years-old.)
I'm Lee Joo Hyun and I'm 11 years old.
I like to sing and dance.
I'll do my best.
I joined my company after an audition, because I Iiked to dance.
I was a trainee for three years.
I prepared a performance, and I was evaluated every time.
When that performance was over,
I liked to receive a reaction from the audience...
and perform to music.
I really want to become an idol singer.
You've been training at Cube Entertainment for three years.
What do you think about Hyun A?
- Hyun A? - Be honest, think she's not here.
She is here.
I like her talent and facial expressions she makes on stage.
I really respect her.
Is Hyun A your role model?
(Is Hyun A her role model? Her eyes dart nervously.)
I really respect Hyun A.
Who is your role model then?
My role model is...
BoA.
(My role model is BoA.)
You like Hyun A's performance,
but your role model is BoA?
I also respect Hyun A.
(She's a teenage girl that can't lie.)
- I'm also curious of how... - Yes.
Joo Hyun will perform.
Please show us your performance.
I'm really looking forward to her performance.
I really wanted to see her perform.
Look at her facial expression.
- She went to her position. - Look at her.
Look at the pointe of her toes.
I'm looking forward.
It's my first time showing how I perform.
I want to surprise people with my performance.
I want to do my best and perform amazingly.
("Valenti" by Lee Joo Hyun)
(She perfectly performed her role model BoA's song.)
(You can't help but applaud.)
Thank you.
It's hard to stay in tune correctly with the melody like that...
while bouncing your hips.
That's amazing.
She sang perfectly in tune.
Can you stay in tune while bouncing your hips like that?
I can't do that while bouncing my hips.
(I can't do that while bouncing my hips.)
I wanted to see everything separately.
The way you dance and the way you sing.
Can we see you dance to another song?
Yes.
Her facial expressions are amazing.
(A genuine talent has appeared.)
(Look...)
(at this girl's charisma.)
- Thank you. - She's really amazing.
(The mentors stood up automatically.)
Thank you.
(She became a cheerful girl again.)
She's amazing.
She could even join a worldwide famous dance team.
Let's sit down first.
(Let's calm down.)
Joo Hyun.
When I was 14,
I wasn't half as good as you.
I was more surprised with the look in your eyes than your dancing.
I finally think someone...
who can defeat...
- BoA has appeared. - Thank you.
Do you want to defeat BoA?
I want to, if I can.
She's even good at talking.
I think Joo Hyun is...
the only dancer...
- who can win BoA or Lee Hyo Ri. - Thank you.
When she danced,
the lyrics said,
"Do you love me?"
How could I not love her, when she's like this?
I really love...
you.
Thank you.
Who is your role model right now?
- It's Hyun A. - Okay.
Do you like BoA or Hyun A?
I like Hyun A better.
- Okay. - Yes.
Please reveal her boot results.
(The reveal of Lee Joo Hyun's boot results)
(The mentors' choice)
(The mentors' choice is 6 boots.)
Thank you.
As expected,
Joo Hyun received all six votes.
When I saw Joo Hyun,
I thought, "I want to give everything to her."
If I invest everything I know, and support her with a system,
I think she will become a worldwide star.
- Joo Hyun? - Yes.
If your company doesn't treat you right, come to my company.
Cube Entertainment disagrees with this.
Thank you for coming here.
We will continue to watch your potential.
Thank you.
- Thank you. - Congratulations.
She's wearing sweatpants up to her chest.
Contact me if you're interested in rapping.
I'll show you my company.
(The next participant)
SPICA.
(The audience judges start to stir.)
Please come on the stage.
Hello, I'm from SPICA, the shiniest star of Virgo.
I'm Yang Ji Won.
Hello.
When I was in elementary school,
people started asking me what I wanted to be in the future.
I always wrote "Singer",
when I had to write what I wanted to be at school.
(She failed twice at debuting from Five Girls and T-ara.)
My dream to debut every year changed to despair.
Honestly, I was really scared.
(She finally debuted as SPICA.)
We performed the most...
when we were on a program with Lee Hyo Ri.
(SPICA attracted a lot of attention.)
We were nominated for "You Don't Love Me".
We were up against AOA.
AOA received first place.
After that, they became really successful.
We weren't successful.
("SPICA disbands after 5 years" "Fans want them to try again")
("Yang Ji Won, tired of gaps" "Fans are sad from disband")
I tried hard to realize my dream.
I don't want to give up.
(I'm trying again because I can't give up on my dream.)
I'm in a situation where I can't help but challenge myself.
I'm amazed...
how you could pluck up the courage.
I really applaud you.
- Yes. - Thank you.
I heard...
that you had a part-time job after your group was disbanded.
Yes.
I didn't have a means of living.
I couldn't continue to just audition.
That's why...
I decided to do a part-time job.
I didn't want to trouble other people.
- Hello. - You're here.
(Ji Won has a part-time job doing deliveries.)
(She works early in the morning to practice and audition.)
Do you have the list for today?
Okay.
I wasn't taking any lessons,
I was doing nothing, and time was passing by.
I didn't know what to do, and there was no exit.
I want to stand on my own feet,
and prove it to myself.
You have performed on stage, and your face is known.
It's not easy to have another job.
I want to applaud you for trying your best.
Anyway, we must see for ourselves.
Let's talk after your performance.
- Okay. - Please start.
(What performance did Ji Won prepare?)
This was a challenge where I really had to pluck up the courage.
I won't let you down,
and do...
my best.
("Tonight" by Yang Ji Won)
(The boots are filling suddenly.)
Did she originally sing so well?
(As soon as she says that)
(This moment will change everything.)
(This performance is dazzling and beautiful.)
Do you know...
that you passed with a super boot?
Turn around.
(The stage is filled with "Super boot".)
More than 90 percent of the audience voted...
for you to pass.
It's a record. 30 seconds is the shortest record...
for the audience to give someone a super boot.
(She received a super boot in 30 seconds.)
You sang really well.
I think we found our lead singer.
Is she that good?
I think she has all four elements.
First, she can sing. Second, she also has the stage presence.
Third, she can dance. Lastly, she is beautiful.
She's prepared with everything.
She received a super boot before we evaluated her.
Congratulations.
I can't believe this.
Thank you so much.
Thank you.
I think you're better when you're Ji Won...
compared to when you were a member of SPICA.
You look beautiful and amazing.
Congratulations. We will see you again.
- Thank you. - You did a great job.
Thank you.
I've never received so many compliments.
I'm dazed but happy.
I'm just really happy...
that I can prepare another performance.
I'm really happy.
(I'm really happy.)
Next, come up on stage.
(HOTSHOT)
HOTSHOT.
(Two men appeared while the audience greeted them heartily.)
- Hello, we are HOTSHOT. - Hello, we are HOTSHOT.
- Mentors, we will do our best. - Mentors, we will do our best.
I can't do this.
(Tae Min suddenly starts to cry.)
(What happened to Tae Min?)
I usually don't cry.
This is the best.
I can't feel any sincerity.
What should I do?