2024 has been a year of several popular K-pop survival shows. After a successful first half, South Korean network Mnet has announced the arrival of two exciting new series in the genre.
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The rise of K-pop reality survival shows began a decade ago. Fans have seen many idols rise to fame after appearing on K-pop survival shows over the past decade. Billboard 200 charter act Stray Kids debuted through the same channel.
Mnet’s show, Produce 101, single-handedly introduced many famous idols to the music scene, including Jeon Somi, Ong Seung Wu, Park Ji Hoon, and more. So let’s take a look at some of the most popular K-pop survival shows of 2024, which introduced the new generation of idols.
Mnet's Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor aired from January to March and became extremely popular among K-pop fans as it highlighted the vocal prowess of aspiring idols. The show's lineup included popular contestants such as Pentagon Yeo One, One Pact star Jay Chang and Just B member Bain.