Appearing as a guest on the SBS variety show “uh, but seriously! (No but really)“, Somi spoke about the wide range of training programs that trainees are required to complete. According to the discussion, JYP provides around 67 types of education, including personality training, hacking prevention and even sex education. Somi confirmed this by saying that indeed more subjects were taught in addition to performance skills.
However, when asked if there was any training he felt was unnecessary, Somi pointed to sex education. He explained that he had already received adequate training on the topic at home, so his expectations were different when he attended the company’s sessions. What struck her was that the lessons seemed incomplete, as she candidly shared “important parts” they were left out, eliciting laughter from everyone on set.
The conversation then took a playful turn when EXO’s Kai was mentioned, sparking a light-hearted debate on the headquarters of their former agencies. While Kai described SM Entertainment as being in a more prominent position and he joked that JYP was near a place where people go to eat, Somi didn’t immediately agree. He insisted that JYP was actually located on Cheongdam’s main road, while SM was slightly to the side.
The friendly exchange continued as Kai recalled funny moments from his days as a trainee, saying that whenever they went out to eat, they often saw JYP trainees coming down the street moving at a pace, which prompted them to start moving too. The anecdote added a layer of humor to the long-standing playful rivalry between interns from different agencies.
Somi’s story gives fans a rare glimpse into the structured but sometimes flawed world of K-pop trainee life. Although agencies like JYP are known for their comprehensive systems designed to prepare idols for various aspects of the industry, his candid observations highlight that not all parts of the training seem complete or necessary from the trainee’s perspective.
Sources: Daum | Sports Chosun
