Lee Soo Man's A20 Entertainment to hold first open audition in South Korea

SM Entertainment founder and former executive producer Lee Soo Man is resuming his production in South Korea, and his new agency, A20 Entertainment, will hold its first open audition.

Titled, 'A20 Zalpha Auditions,' the audition marks his first official project since the non-compete restriction agreement made with HYBE. The agreement was made in 2023 when Lee Soo Man sold his SM shares to HYBE. He agreed to refrain from producing records in Korea for three years.

During the noncompete period, Lee Soo Man established A20 Entertainment and launched the girl group A20 May in China.

The audition is open to all applicants in vocals, rap, dance, and acting. The audition will take place every Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM at the A20 Entertainment company building in Gangnam District, Seoul.

Applicants can participate in the audition by walking in or applying online. The audition will expand to Japan, the United States, and more.