Following Universal Music Group's decision to sign with Psy, the label seems to be testing out the waters in South Korea by preparing for the debut of an idol group in South Korea.

A music industry insider revealed on the 9th, "Universal Music Group plans to debut an idol group. The multi-talented group will be trained in a wide array of genres from dance, ballads, and even hip hop." It has also been revealed that Sandy Monteiro, president of Universal Music Group International (UMGI) for the Asia region stopped by South Korea to watch the group practice.

Another insider shared, "The full details haven't been confirmed yet, so there are things we are being careful of mentioning. After keeping a watch on the trainees practice, we are planning to develop it into a 4 to 5 member group."