Mnet is turning up the volume this fall with a brand-new band survival series, ‘STEAL HEART CLUB,’ officially kicking off on October 21 at 10 PM KST. The show just dropped profile shots of 50 contestants, building major hype across social media.
From K-pop Idols to Indie Stars: Meet the Final 50
Divided evenly across five core instruments—guitar, drums, bass, vocals, and keyboard—the show features 10 participants per category. The cast includes former idols, school band veterans, viral influencers, and seasoned indie musicians. It’s a colorful melting pot of talent, genre, and visual flair, all posing under a sunny blue sky with their instruments in hand.
Mnet revealed these photos via its official SNS, sparking fandom craze over the show’s eye-catching lineup. The participants’ individuality and free-spirited energy hint at a unique chemistry that has fans buzzing with anticipation.
The Mission: Form the Ultimate Global Band
‘STEAL HEART CLUB’ isn’t just another idol survival show. This time, Mnet is stepping beyond dance and hip-hop into the realm of band music. Contestants will battle it out to become part of the final “headliner band.” It’s a raw blend of youthful romance, musical grit, and stage instincts, making it a fresh frontier in the survival show genre.
The show aims to spotlight both musical chops and the dramatic journey of rising stars from vastly different walks of life. Think: School of Rock meets K-pop intensity.
All-Star Judges & MCs Bring the Star Power
Giving the show a polished touch is beloved actress Moon Gayoung, serving as the exclusive MC. She’ll guide contestants through the twists and turns of competition with warmth and wit.
And the musical dream team? That would be Jung Yonghwa of CNBLUE, Lee Jangwon from Peppertones, genre-defying artist Sunwoo Jung-a, and Ha Sungwoon, formerly of Wanna One. This panel of mentors spans across K-pop, indie, and everything in between—marking a bold step toward genre fusion.
Producers Promise: A Different Kind of Reality Drama
“We’ve gathered participants with both star quality and authenticity,” said the producers. “Audiences can expect fresh, never-before-seen performances and a gripping coming-of-age story powered by music and personal growth.”
With its global ambition and genre-breaking concept, ‘STEAL HEART CLUB’ just might be your next K-entertainment obsession. Mark your calendars—October 21 can’t come soon enough.
