Starship Unveils Ambitious Global Project 'Debut's Plan'

Starship Entertainment has officially launched its highly anticipated global project, 'Debut's Plan,' showcasing a variety of exciting elements. On March 11, the company released a pre-release video titled 'EP.0 <Debut’s Plan Begins>' on the official channels, announcing that the selection process for a new boy group will be revealed on March 14 at 9:30 PM KST.
This ambitious project, which has been generating buzz, will determine the final members who will advance to the debut evaluation through fan voting across five different plans. K-pop fans will play a crucial role in selecting the members, with Starship's experienced team guiding the process specifically for the new group.
The pre-release video for EP.0 heightened anticipation by showcasing the intense competition among 33 Starship trainees who are vying to join the 'debut preparation team' for the upcoming boy group. The trainees, ranging from beginners to seasoned performers, were seen racing to secure their spots, with a ranking chart displaying positions from 1 to 33, igniting a fierce atmosphere right from the start.
The diverse backgrounds and stories of the trainees captivated viewers, as they showcased their unique charms and aspirations to debut this year. The stakes are high, as the trainees must complete a final evaluation and perform the theme song 'ImPerfect' within just 77 hours, raising questions about the outcomes of this challenging mission.
The emotional journey of the trainees, filled with joy and tears, is expected to unfold as they tackle their tasks, leaving fans eager for their performances. The end of the EP.0 pre-release video teased surprise appearances from K-pop stars who will help elevate the trainees' skills. Notable figures such as renowned vocalist K.will, MONSTA X's Shownu, WJSN's Eunjeong, and popular choreographer Choi Young-jun are set to contribute as trainers, further enhancing the trainees' growth.
Previously, the performance video for the Plan 5 content titled 'Balla' garnered over a million views shortly after its release, indicating the immense popularity of 'Debut's Plan.' The project will premiere on March 14 at 9:30 PM KST on the YouTube channel 'New Kids on the Starship,' featuring subtitles in four languages, with the first round of voting commencing at 10 PM the same night.