JTBC's judge lineup for "Peak Time" drew mixed reactions. While many were excited with the selection, others criticized it for an "uncomfortable" reason.
Why is it being criticized?
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On December 20, 2022, JTBC announced the judge lineup for upcoming survival show "Peak Time."
In 2020, there were numerous cases of disbandments and idols going on hiatus. It didn't only affect the artists' reputation, but their daily life as well. The year 2020 was a turning point for everyone and that includes K-pop artists.
On the program, different groups will be presented. Active ones such as AIMERS, BAE173, and ATBO will be gracing the survival program.
"Peak Time" also involved DIGNITY, a boy group that has yet to debut, and other groups that debuted in K-pop's 2nd gen era.
See the full lineup below:
1. 24K
2. AIMERS
3. ATBO
4. BAE173
5. BDC
6. BLITZERS
7. BTL
8. BXB
9. DAYDREAM
10. DNGA
11. DIGNITY
12. DKB
13. GHOST9
14. IN2IT
15. JWiiver
16. KINGDOM
17. MASC
18. MONT
19. NTX
20. ROMEO
21. BLK
22. VANNER
23. WAO
"Peak Time" will premiere its first two episodes on February 15. Viewers are expected to witness the groups' performances, competition, and return to the K-pop scene.
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