Appearing as a guest on the SBS variety show “uh, but like, seriously! (아니 근데 진짜)“, Somi talked about the wide range of training programs that trainees are required to complete. According to the discussion, JYP reportedly provides around 67 types of education, including personality training, hacking prevention, and even sex education. Somi confirmed this by saying they were indeed taught multiple subjects beyond performance skills.
However, when asked if there was any training that felt unnecessary, Somi pointed to sex education. She explained that she had already received proper education on the topic at home, so her expectations were different when attending the company’s sessions. What stood out to her was that the lessons seemed incomplete, as she candidly shared that “important parts” were left out, drawing laughter from everyone on set.
The conversation then took a playful turn when Kai from EXO was mentioned, sparking a lighthearted debate about the locations of their former agencies. While Kai described SM Entertainment as being in a more prominent spot and joked that JYP was near a place people go to eat, Somi quickly disagreed. She insisted that JYP was actually located on the main street in Cheongdam, while SM was slightly off to the side.
The friendly back-and-forth continued as Kai recalled amusing moments from his trainee days, saying that whenever they went out to eat, they would often see JYP trainees coming down the street moving to a rhythm, which would prompt them to start moving as well. The anecdote added a humorous layer to the long-standing playful rivalry between trainees of different agencies.
Somi’s story offers fans a rare glimpse into the structured yet sometimes imperfect world of K-pop trainee life. While agencies like JYP are known for their comprehensive systems designed to prepare idols for various aspects of the industry, her candid remarks highlight that not every part of the training feels complete or necessary from a trainee’s perspective.
Sources: Daum | 스포츠조선