Boys Planet 2 Eliminates More Trainees in High-Stakes Reveal
The K-pop trainee survival show that’s stealing hearts (and sleep schedules) around the world is back with a twist. Mnet’s ‘Boys Planet 2’ just aired its much-anticipated second survivor reveal on June 4, delivering heartbreak, drama, and a glimpse of who might just debut next.
Second Elimination Recap: Who Survives, Who Says Goodbye?
This marks a pivotal turning point in the competition, as the show unveiled its list of final survivors moving into the semifinals. Fans had a lot riding on this round—over 300,000 people participated in the global vote, dwarfing participation from the previous round and underscoring just how massive ‘Boys Planet 2’ has become as an international K-pop launchpad.
With the countdown to debut intensifying, this second screening narrowed the field, shaping the ultimate debut team dreamed up by fans across continents.
ATEEZ’s San Takes the Mic as Planet Master
The host? None other than ATEEZ’s San, who stepped in as the charismatic Planet Master. Known for his commanding stage presence, fans praised San for bringing both suspense and warmth as he guided both trainees and viewers through this crucial reveal episode.
“San really knows how to balance the tension,” one viewer tweeted. “My heart was racing every second.”
Drama at the Cutline: Who Will Snag the Last Spot?
While buzz swirled about many entrants eyeing the Top 10, this episode stirred up a showdown right at the line between survival and elimination. Slot 24 became the most controversial spot of the night, as three hopefuls—Park Dong-gyu, Pan Zheyi, and Han Hae-rin-jun—vied for that final chance to move forward.
Fan theories and stan battles flooded social media in the lead-up to the broadcast. Who would secure their dream, and who would see it end here?
Semi-Finalists Tackle the ‘New Song Matching Mission’
Ready for even more pressure? The remaining contestants are now diving into the show’s next phase: the ‘New Song Matching Mission’. Think of it as K-pop boot camp crossed with a psychological thriller. In this task, the trainees face off in a game of skill, stealth, and stamina—also described as a hide-and-seek showdown featuring an ominous “Unknown Chaser.”
Because why just sing and dance when you can also flee from mysterious figures in dramatic lighting?
Enter: SEVENTEEN’s The8, Here to Shake Things Up
As if that wasn’t enough to keep pulses pounding, The8 of SEVENTEEN jumped into the mission episode for a mentorship cameo. With his stylistic artistry and rapport with younger idols, fans welcomed the surprise appearance as a refreshing twist.
“The8 always brings calm confidence,” said one fan on Reddit. “Perfect balance to the chaos.” Could his appearance hint at a cross-group collab later? No confirmation yet, but K-pop never says never.
When to Watch: Broadcast Details
The reveal episode aired on June 4 at 9:20 PM KST on Mnet, and immediately became a hot topic across fan accounts and trending tags globally. Semi-final missions are slated to carry viewers deeper into the competitors’ journeys, as the final few weeks tick down to the show’s ultimate lineup announcement.
With emotions running high and plot twists brewing, ‘Boys Planet 2’ is positioning itself to make major waves in the ever-expanding Hallyu (Korean Wave) universe.
FAQs
Q: How many fans participated in the second survivor vote?
A: Over 300,000 fans voted in the second round—an increase from the first, reflecting growing global interest in the series.
Q: What was the most suspenseful moment of the episode?
A: The battle for Rank 24, involving Park Dong-gyu, Pan Zheyi, and Han Hae-rin-jun, was by far the episode’s most nail-biting sequence.
Q: What’s the ‘New Song Matching Mission’ in Boys Planet 2?
A: It’s a high-stakes challenge where semifinalists perform unreleased tracks while navigating a unique hide-and-seek concept, designed to push their creative and performance boundaries.
