Xiumin is confirmed to host the upcoming survival show "MAKE MATE 1," as well as become a mentor for its contestants.
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EXO Xiumin Confirmed to Host & Mentor in Survival Show 'MAKE MATE 1'
On March 29, agency INB100 shared that Xiumin of EXO will be the MC of the much-awaited survival show "MAKE MATE 1."
"Xiumin will appear as the sole MC in KBS 2TV's global idol debut project 'MAKE MATE 1," the agency stated.
According to Korean news outlets, "MAKE MATE 1" (also known as "MA1") is a new idol survival show that will pit 36 contestants against each other for the final lineup of the next global K-pop boy group.
Sources also state that apart from his job as an MC, Xiumin will also be appearing as a mentor and role model for the contestants. Xiumin then released a brief statement, where he recalled his pre-debut days and revealed his motivation in helping the trainees hone their potential.
"I was also an ordinary boy who had never danced until I was in the third year of high school," Xiumin shared. "I started my trainee life later than others, and since I understand how hard the journey is to make a debut, I want to help the 36 contestants a lot so they can grow in 'MA1."
Xiumin continued, "I would also like everyone to please give the contestants a lot of support and encouragement during their journey to accomplishing their dreams."
EXO Xiumin's 'Harsh But True' Advice to Aspiring Idols Gains Attention
In other news, netizens gathered in an online community on August 27, 2023, when they discussed Xiumin's upfront advice to trainees.
In the fifth episode of SM Entertainment's survival show "NCT Universe: LASTART," Xiumin appeared as a mentor who helped the trainees refine their performance stages.
The idol gained buzz online for not only guiding the trainees in their choreography, but also for leaving useful advice that can help them excel in a competitive industry like K-pop.
According to Xiumin, live singing is important and is a factor one must be prioritized over dance skills. The "Cream Soda" singer then added that no matter how much an idol is talented in other aspects performance-wise, they will look "talentless" if they have poor singing skills.
"To be honest, the less important thing here is dancing. The most important thing on the stage is singing," Xiumin remarked. "If you're not good at singing, you will look talentless no matter how good you are at dancing."
Here's how netizens reacted to Xiumin's advice:
- "They are undoubtedly singers, of course, singing is more important."
- "He has the right to say these kinds of things."
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