Currently in its 21st cycle, hit model-hunt reality show, "America's Next Top Model" flew to Seoul, South Korea as a part of the show's international destination for the cycle. The show introduced K-pop as "trend-setting fusion of music, dance, and fashion," and incorporated the elements of the global phenomenon on one of the show's challenges.
The show's most recent 12th episode, "The Guy Who Parties Too Hard" aired on November 7, showed an introduction of the contestant's activities in Asia's fastest-rising fashion capital, particularly with K-pop idol group BtoB teaching the models their dance, KpopStars reports.
BtoB's member, Peniel (Shin Dong Geun) who is fluent in English as he was born and raised in the United States, taught the seven contestants the basic choreography of the idol group's "Beep Beep," along with the other members.
Dramafever reported Peniel saying, "While we're performing we always have to focus on what we look like and we always have to be aware of our expressions. We always have to look good for our fans. And make sure you guys look good for your fans today too."
The ANTM finalists were split into groups for the competition. Group 1 was composed of Adam, Keith, and Shei; while Chantelle, Will, Lenox, and Raelia were in Group 2.
The contestants were challenged to personify the unique style and vibe of K-pop as they performed the dance before judges Yu Tsai, J. Alexander, BtoB members, as well as K-pop fans.
The chosen top performers were Chantelle, Keith, and Raelia. Peniel said that the members liked Chantelle's moves, describing her as a "dancing machine." However, Raelia was hailed as the winner of the challenge.
In an exclusive interview with KpopStars, internationally renowned photographer Yu Tsai, shared about his experience in Korea and filming in this cycle's international destination.
"I loved the K-Pop scene. I think the food was amazing! I love Korean food," he said.
"We did a challenge with one of the [K-Pop] groups, the K-Pop fans came out.They were so supportive and warm. I thought it was fantastic and really loved seeing that," Yu Tsai added.
Meanwhile, another idol group, 2NE1, will also be featured in one of the episodes shot in Korea.
"America's Next Top Model's" stint in Seoul will continue with their November 14 episode. "America's Next Top Model" airs every Fridays at 9/8c.
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