A hidden story behind SM Entertainment’s idol casting methods has been revealed and receiving a lot of attention.

Recently, several photos of SM artists were posted on a community website with the caption “Behind stories about SM casting.” Along the post were several hidden stories behind the casting of some popular idols.

According to the post, TVXQ’s Changmin received the offer during a game of badminton, while Super Junior’s Kangin was discovered at an amusement park. Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun was noticed by an SM manager while taking the subway.

Attracting much attention from netizens was EXO-K’s Sehun, who had to run away from a SM’s casting manager for some 30 minutes.

Netizens commented, “Of course good looks are important,” “I can so imagine all of this” and “SM’s casting stories, the managers have great eyes”.


Source: Xportsnews