Almost Debuting with TXT, This I-LAND Participant from Big Hit Entertainment Becomes a Conversation

Kapanlagi.com - The I-LAND program on Mnet continues to attract attention since the first episode aired on June 26, 2020. In the first episode, the Entrance Exam was depicted, which screened 23 participants.

As known, only 12 participants could enter I-LAND, so they had to compete with each other by showing their best abilities. Among the 23 I-LAND participants, there was one who caught attention by mentioning the name Tomorrow X Together or TXT. What actually happened?

1. Almost Debuting with TXT

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In the introduction video, an I-LAND participant named Lee Heeseung explained that he is a trainee at Big Hit Entertainment. A surprising moment happened when he appeared in a video clip of TXT's debut with the song 'CROWN'.

Apparently, Heeseung had a trainee period with the current members of TXT.

"When I joined Big Hit Entertainment, the agency planned to debut a group called TXT. We went through the trainee period together," said Heeseung.

Unfortunately, Heeseung was not chosen to be part of the final composition of TXT. However, because he is close friends with the members of TXT, he still congratulated and supported their debut.

"I still congratulated and supported their debut because they are still my friends. But I also feel sad because I have to see my friends debut without me," added Heeseung.

2. Visual and Talent Praised by the Judges

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Bang Si Hyuk, who sat on the judge's seat, confirmed that Heeseung has been a trainee at Big Hit Entertainment for 3 years.

"He has been with us for 3 years," said the CEO of Big Hit Entertainment.

When Heeseung entered the I-LAND building, Zico, who also sat on the judge's seat, praised Heeseung's visual.

"Oh look at this. He is very handsome," said Zico.

Agreeing with Zico, Rain added that Heeseung is his favorite.

"Wait, he has been a trainee for a very long time, I believe his abilities will be extraordinary, he is my favorite," said Rain.

3. Heeseung Determined to Debut in I-LAND

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Sure enough, when performing at the Entrance Exam, Heeseung showed his best abilities. Performing the song "BOSS" by NCT U, Heeseung proved that his long trainee period was not in vain.

He successfully executed the song with vocals, choreography, and a charismatic visual on stage. It's no wonder that all the participants and I-LAND judges were amazed.

Netizens wondered, if someone as talented as Heeseung couldn't pass, it means that the standards set by Big Hit Entertainment for TXT are very high. 

In other words, the current members of TXT have abilities that exceed Heeseung's when they debuted for the first time. Well, hopefully Heeseung can fulfill his dream of debuting in I-LAND. If your favorite is in I-LAND, who is it KLovers?

(kly/tmi)