Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: KBS2
Type: Reality
Rating: 6.0/10
Make Mate 1
Overview
36 young men gather from around the world to compete for the chance to make their K-pop idol debut. These "Mates" must rely on each other as they face different challenges, but how far will their camaraderie go when everything is on the line? Who has what it takes to impress an all-star panel of celebrity judges including Solar, Onestar, Kim Seung Eun, Hanhae, Vata, and Ingyoo? Find out in the 2024 South Korean reality K-pop competition series hosted by EXO's Xiumin, and directed by Hwang Min Gyu, Park Ho Sin, and Jang In Hye.
This production, originally released in 2024, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Reality series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Reality genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Reality.
- • Produced in South Korea.
- • Original Language: Korean.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Xiumin
MC
Lim Han-byul
Vocal Coach
Kim Sung-eun
Vocal Coach
Vata
Dance Coach
Ingyoo
Dance Coach
Hanhae
Rap Coach
Solar
Special Judge
Yoon Jae-yong
Contestant / self
Seasons
Season 1
10 Episodes • Aired 2024-05-15
36 young men gather from around the world to compete for the chance to make their K-pop idol debut. These "Mates" must rely on each other as they face different challenges, but how far will their camaraderie go when everything is on the line? Who has what it takes to impress an all-star panel of celebrity judges including Solar, Onestar, Kim Seung Eun, Hanhae, Vata, and Ingyoo? Find out in the 2024 South Korean reality K-pop competition series hosted by EXO's Xiumin, and directed by Hwang Min Gyu, Park Ho Sin, and Jang In Hye.
