R U Next?(2023)

BE THE ONE, BE THE ORANGE, BE THE NEXT

R U Next? is a 2022 South Korean girl group survival reality show that premiered on JTBC in June 2023. Created by Belift Lab, the series follows aspiring female trainees competing for a spot in a new idol group. Contestants face intense vocal, dance, and performance challenges while judges and fellow participants determine who advances and who goes home. The show blends the high-stakes competition format familiar to K-pop fans with behind-the-scenes glimpses of trainee life, showcasing the grueling preparation required to debut in South Korea's music industry. With weekly eliminations and shifting team dynamics, R U Next? captures both the dreams and struggles of young artists fighting for their shot at stardom in one of the world's most competitive entertainment markets.