I’ve seen my sister hold one friend while she sobbed because she forgot a turn during a cover of a NewJeans song. I’ve also seen them jump up and down screaming because a producer complimented their high note.
You see, my sister isn't a trainee herself. But somehow, she became best friends with a group of girls who are currently grinding away in one of Seoul’s mid-tier entertainment agencies. I’ve gone from being a casual listener to an unofficial “big sister mentor” for three girls who wake up at 5 AM to dance until their knees give out. my sisters idol trainee friends
If you ever meet a trainee, do not ask them when they are debuting. That is the equivalent of asking a PhD student when they will finally get a real job. Instead, ask them what song they are listening to for fun. You will see their whole face light up. 5. The Biggest Lesson: They Are Just Weird Teenagers At the end of the day, "idol trainee friends" are just messy, loud, sleepy girls. I’ve seen my sister hold one friend while
Every Monday, the agency posts the "Monthly Evaluation" rankings. If you drop below the cutoff line? You get a "consultation" (industry speak for "pack your bags"). But somehow, she became best friends with a
To Yuna, Soojin, and Haeun— fighting! And stop stealing my sister's hoodies. Do you have a friend in the trainee system? Or are you dreaming of becoming one? Drop your questions below—I’ll ask the girls for their honest answers.