Anticipation is reaching a fever pitch as Mnet teases the official theme song for its upcoming global audition show BOYS II PLANET, a much-anticipated follow-up to the successful first season that birthed the breakout boy group ZEROBASEONE.
Titled “HOLA SOLAR,” the new signal song sets the tone for what’s expected to be an electrifying new chapter in Mnet’s expansive survival show universe, where fan participation takes center stage in shaping the future of K-pop.
Initially conceived as two distinct programs—BOYS II PLANET K and BOYS II PLANET C—the show was meant to debut two separate boy groups representing different regional focuses.
However, in a surprise shift, Mnet revealed that the format has been revised: while the two groups will still compete in parallel during the early stages, their paths will eventually merge.
This leads to one final lineup, a single powerhouse global boy group that will be produced with the help of fans from all around the world.
The format tweak heightens the stakes and emotional intensity, as contestants who begin as rivals will later become potential teammates, building both dramatic tension and emotional payoff.
On June 10, Mnet unveiled a teaser for “HOLA SOLAR,” the show’s signature theme that will serve as both a sonic and symbolic anchor for the trainees’ journey.
The signal song—a signature tradition in Mnet’s survival shows—offers fans a first glimpse into the talent pool and tone of the season.
From the brief teaser, the energy is bright and bold, promising a vibrant, sun-soaked concept that aligns with the name “HOLA SOLAR,” which evokes warmth, radiance, and an optimistic outlook for a new generation of idols.
The song will be officially premiered on June 12 at 6 p.m. KST during a global showcase broadcast online via Mnet’s official YouTube channel and the Mnet Plus platform.
Fans can expect a visual spectacle along with the performance, likely showcasing select trainees and choreography that will become familiar over the course of the season.
This moment marks not only the first step of the competition but also an important opportunity for fans to form early impressions, develop favorites, and begin the process of emotionally investing in the journey of the trainees.
Following the release of the signal song, BOYS II PLANET K is scheduled to premiere on July 17, with BOYS II PLANET C following closely on July 18.
Though airing as separate entities at first, the shows will gradually intertwine, culminating in the selection of a single, unified debut group.
This narrative twist is expected to create layered storytelling and unique character arcs, as contestants must navigate not only competition but collaboration across different teams and cultural backgrounds.
With the precedent of ZEROBASEONE’s explosive debut and the massive global participation in the original BOYS PLANET, expectations for BOYS II PLANET are sky-high.
The show aims to surpass its predecessor in scale, impact, and emotional storytelling, fueled by fan votes, high-caliber trainees, and the ever-evolving K-pop landscape.
For newcomers and returning viewers alike, BOYS II PLANET is shaping up to be a defining moment in K-pop’s ongoing global expansion.
For those who want to revisit the roots of the franchise, the first season of BOYS PLANET remains available on Viki.
But for now, all eyes are on June 12, when “HOLA SOLAR” will officially shine its first light—and ignite the dreams of a new wave of aspiring idols.
