SM Entertainment announced the “2025 SM Global Audition” to discover the next generation of K-Pop stars. The auditions will take place in 17 cities across Korea, China, Japan, U.S. and Canada.

The global audition tour will officially kick off in January in Korea, with stops in Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Jeonju, Gwangju,, and Wonju.In February, it will move to Chinay, visiting Chongqing, Guangzhou, Beijin,g and Shangha. In March, it will mover to Japa,h with auditions in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osak,a and Fukuoka. The North American auditions will be held in Los Angeles on May 3 and Toronto on May 10.

Applicants born between 2005 and 2015, regardless of gender and nationality, are eligible to apply. Pre-registration for the auditions in Korea, China and Japan is now live on the official audition website (global-audition.smtown.com). Pre-registration for the North American auditions will open on March 28.

Audition winners will get an opportunity to receive SM Entertainment’s renowned training and mentorship, with the potential to debut as a global K-Pop star.

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