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The new musical competition King of Karaoke: VS will be launched on Mnet (CJ ENM-owned music channel)  on October 20. The show  features a diverse array of participants from across the country, all vying for the coveted 100 million won prize.

"Karaoke", which is “Noraebang” in Korean, is a culture and form of entertainment Koreans of all ages and gender enjoy together. It is a deeply rooted part of Korean culture. With this beloved concept of "karaoke" at its core, contestants from various backgrounds and professions, including doctors, models, accountants, prison guards, lawyers, and more, come together to compete. Among them, only 100 contestants will vie for the title of the ultimate winner in this music competition show, promising great entertainment for viewers who can sing along to their favorite tunes.

What also sets this show apart is its star-studded lineup of celebrity panelists, including K-pop legends like 2PM's Wooyoung, BTOB's Seo Eun-kwang, vocalist Soyou, Roy Kim, and popular boy band DAY6's Young K, among others. Furthermore, it's worth noting that the panels themselves wield substantial influence within Korea's karaoke culture, given that their songs consistently rank at the top of karaoke charts.

Sehee Jang, Head of Global Marketing at CJ ENM expressed her excitement about the launch of this new program: King of Karaoke: VS is a fresh new addition to CJ ENM’s entertainment lineup. It deviates from the traditional singing audition and competition show formats, offering a unique blend of excitement and entertainment that is sure to captivate a wide audience."

Meanwhile, CJ ENM owns Mnet, a flagship music channel dedicated to producing original formats, discovering talented artists, and sparking new music trends worldwide. Notably, its iconic show, I Can See Your Voice, has been licensed in 28 different countries, spanning from the U.S., the UK, Germany, Israel, Thailand, and beyond. In addition, CJ ENM proudly hosts KCON, the world's largest fan celebration of Korean culture and music, as well as MAMA, the world's No.1 K-POP Awards