Search for next K-Pop Pinoy idol
A new talent search is looking for the next Filipino K-Pop stars.
The series of auditions for TV5’s coming reality talent search “KISPinoy” is currently on its final leg. It will wrap up tomorrow at SM Dasmariñas and SM City Bacolod.
The competition is open to K-Pop hopefuls, ages 13 and up.
“We are looking for total performers,” said Yun-Sung “Matthew” Choi, the show’s producer. “Filipinos are naturally gifted entertainers. We believe that a Filipino can become the next K-Pop idol.”
The one-hour show will premiere on TV5 on June 27, (9 p.m.) and will air for 13 weeks.
The show’s hosts are Richard Gutierrez and Korean model Jinri Park. “I’m very excited about this new show. It is different from other talent shows,” said Park.
Judges, mentors
Singer-songwriter Rico Blanco and musician-theater actress Nicole Asensio will serve as resident Filipino judges, while some Korean artists and star makers will act as judges or mentors as well.
“I am looking for someone who will blow us away,” said Blanco.
The auditions gathered over 5,000 aspirants from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, said managing director Marilou Cantancio. “Recordings of their tryouts will be sent to Korea for screening. Only 100 acts will be chosen.”
Long queue
The biggest turnout was at the SM North Edsa from May 12 to 14, where almost 2,000 braved the long queue, Cantancio reported.
“KISPinoy” is produced by YU&IQ International, Inc., in partnership with NH Media and YU&IQ Entertainment.
The show is supported by the Korean Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, the Korean Cultural Center, Bangs Tony and Jackey, KPub BBQ Restaurant, Mandaluyong City Government, and SM Supermalls. For details, check www.kispinoy.com.
