ADOR, the HYBE Music Group label behind NewJeans, is opening its first standalone Korea-only search for male talent. The newly announced ADOR boy group audition, titled ADOR BOYS AUDITION in KOREA, begins in Seoul on August 1 and will travel to seven cities throughout the month.
The call offers a clearer answer to what the label wants from potential trainees: young male applicants with something distinct to show, whether that is singing, dance, rap, acting, or another skill. Still, this is an audition notice, not a debut reveal, and ADOR has not announced a group name, lineup, concept, or launch date.
ADOR Boy Group Audition Opens Across Korea
ADOR announced the domestic-only audition through its official social media channels on July 24. While the label has previously held global auditions, this is its first standalone audition focused exclusively on Korea, widening the search beyond Seoul to several regions.
The audition route runs from the capital to the country’s south coast, giving applicants a chance to attend in person in their area. The confirmed schedule is:
- Seoul: August 1
- Gwangju: August 2
- Jeju: August 12
- Daejeon: August 14
- Wonju: August 16
- Daegu: August 29
- Busan: August 30
The nationwide format is the key detail here. Rather than holding a single city casting call, ADOR is taking its talent search to seven Korean locations during the summer break period.
Who Can Apply for ADOR BOYS AUDITION?
Male applicants born in 2007 or later are eligible for the ADOR audition. No single performance category has been set, meaning candidates can present their strengths freely instead of fitting into one fixed lane.
ADOR’s announcement points to a broad talent search. Singing, dance, rap, and acting are among the examples listed, but applicants are not restricted to those categories. The focus is on showing individual ability and appeal in front of the judges.
Online pre-registration is especially important: applicants who complete it will receive an opportunity for an in-person evaluation with judges. ADOR encouraged students on summer vacation to apply, saying those who want to showcase their strengths and talents can participate without pressure.
What ADOR’s Korea Audition Does Not Confirm
The NewJeans label boy group audition signals an active search for male trainees, but it does not confirm an imminent group debut. There is no official information yet on how many members ADOR may select, who the judges are, where each audition will be held, or what a future act could sound or look like.
For US K-pop fans watching HYBE’s next moves, the announced route is entirely in South Korea. Anyone interested in applying should watch ADOR’s official audition channels for final registration details and any updates beyond the current Korea schedule.