According to various entertainment insiders, 'Produce 101' has begun the training process for the show's participants, sounding the alarm for its official start. As a large-scale project that features a whopping total of 101 trainees, it was reported that the show required much preparation. 

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Among the 101 trainees, only ten will make it, and will be selected as a project group. This new group will release music under the direction of CJ E&M for the span of a year. 

Meanwhile, big name labels such as SM and YG will not be a part of this program. Further, the show will not only include participants from domestic agencies, but as a twist, also include trainees from overseas. 

It sounds like an interesting concept, doesn't it? Look forward to the first episode next year in January!