The seven representatives of South Korea, including Hwang Min-ho, Ahn Yul, Kim Tae-woong, Bin Ye-seo, Kim Yu-ha, Kim Ye-eun, and Choi Yi-jung, are making a solemn declaration as they participate in the ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition,’ the first of its kind in the history of Korea-Japan broadcasting.
The ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition,’ held to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic relations in 2025, is an unprecedented music competition where the TOP7 selected as national representatives from both countries face off, following the ‘Korea-Japan King Competition’ that was the first of its kind in the world. Starting today, the Korea-Japan rising stars will clash on stage over a total of three rounds.
The seven representatives of South Korea participating in the ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition’—Hwang Min-ho, Ahn Yul, Kim Tae-woong, Bin Ye-seo, Kim Yu-ha, Kim Ye-eun, and Choi Yi-jung—have issued a fiery declaration of war against the seven Japanese rising stars. Hwang Min-ho, who appeared on the runway waving the Korean flag, confidently declared as the leader of the Korean team, “In the ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition’! I am destined to be the king~,” proving his charisma as a little giant.
The genius trot girl Bin Ye-seo expressed her determination, saying, “I will conquer Japan with my trot skills that have dominated the nation!” The youngest traditional music prodigy, Choi Yi-jung, who has been singing for just over two years, added a cute fighting spirit by saying, “I will show you my singing skills that can pierce through waterfalls.” The all-round genius girl Kim Yu-ha, who is set to lead K-POP, exclaimed, “The future K-POP number one! That’s me!” while striking a cute pose.
Additionally, Ahn Yul, who has returned from being a trot idol to an idol, raised expectations by saying, “I will show you the unexpected charm of idol Ahn Yul,” revealing a significantly grown appearance. Kim Ye-eun, a trot gem who has swept various music competitions in just one year, stated, “I will definitely make my mark with my overflowing talent,” showcasing her signature deep husky voice. The filial trot prodigy Kim Tae-woong declared, “I will show you the spicy taste of trot today,” conveying his strong determination and adding to the fiery atmosphere.
In response, the Japanese rising stars revealed their motivation to participate, saying, “I wanted to appear because ‘Korea-Japan Top Ten Show’ is famous in Japan,” proving the unique status of the ‘Korea-Japan Top Ten Show.’ Ahead of the full-scale one-on-one national competition, a ‘self-exploration match’ where the Korean and Japanese rising stars assess each other has been announced, raising curiosity about which rising star will score the highest and be crowned MVP.
The global Hallyu star Kim Jae-joong, representing Asia, made a surprise appearance at the ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition,’ astonishing everyone. The legendary idol Kim Jae-joong, who was not expected to appear, personally stepped in to recommend a rising star, eliciting a warm cheer. It raises curiosity about which rising star Kim Jae-joong praised, saying, “I was impressed by the way they sang with a very cool and beautiful voice.”
The production team stated, “The ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition’ will provide a different kind of emotion, tears, and empathy through the fierce competition of the next generation leaders who will be responsible for the music scenes of Korea and Japan,” adding, “Although they are young, their skills are formidable, and the overwhelming stage of these budding talents will create a new sensation in the music scenes of Korea and Japan.”
The special ‘Korea-Japan Rising Star King Competition’ of the ‘Korea-Japan Top Ten Show’ will be broadcast today at 9:10 PM.
