Make Mate 1(2024)

Make Mate 1 is a South Korean reality competition series where 36 young men from across the globe compete for a K-pop idol debut. As they navigate grueling challenges designed to test their talent and resilience, the contestants must decide how much they're willing to sacrifice for their dreams. Camaraderie becomes both their greatest strength and potential weakness when stakes climb higher. An elite panel of celebrity judges—including Solar, Onestar, Kim Seung Eun, Hanhae, Vata, and Ingyoo—evaluate each performer's potential. Hosted by EXO's Xiumin and directed by Hwang Min Gyu, Park Ho Sin, and Jang In Hye, the series captures the raw ambition and emotional toll of chasing stardom in one of the world's most competitive entertainment industries.