NCT 127 Taeyong Reflects on Brutal Trainee Days
NCT 127 Taeyong recently opened up about his fierce pre-debut days and the intense survival nature of the South Korean entertainment trainee system. Appearing on the YouTube channel ‘Yoon Jumoh’ on August 28, the K-pop leader shared candid stories about his journey to stardom.
Surviving Among 300 Trainees
During the episode titled ‘NCT 127 in Yoonjudang? First Boy Group Guest Becomes a Fangirl | Liberation Talk EP.22’, the conversation turned toward waiting rooms and competition. When the host compared the experience to survival shows, Taeyong agreed, noting that their trainee days were essentially a constant survival test. He surprised viewers by stating, “I roughly counted, and I remember about 300 trainees passing by and leaving.” The host remarked that this harsh environment likely shaped Taeyong into a pragmatic thinker who values logic over pure emotion.
NCT 127βs Successful 2026 Comeback
Meanwhile, NCT 127 recently marked a major milestone as all members except Mark renewed their contracts with SM Entertainment, signaling the start of their second act. The group made a powerful comeback on August 24, immediately dominating iTunes Top Albums charts across 26 regions globally.
