'The Unit' contestants receive payment + 'Mix Nine' contestants reportedly haven't received any payment

Payments have been received by 'The Unit' contestants, but that isn't the case for the 'Mix Nine' contestants.�

According to MBN's exclusive report on March 15, every single contestant who appeared on KBS�idol rebooting program, 'The Unit', has been given payment.�

A total of 28 episodes of 'The Unit' were aired from the start to end, with 2 episodes per day. So far, payment has been completed up to episode 24. The remaining payment will be calculated and made in the near future.�

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An insider commented, "Payment for all contestants has been completed. We cannot substitute the contestants' sincerity with just a 'passion pay'."

Meanwhile, contestants of the JTBC x YG Entertainment�competition show reportedly never received any payment. A number of insiders told MBN�that payment is not even mentioned in the contract for 'Mix Nine'.�Rumors have also circulated about the debut of 'Mix Nine' being canceled. YG Entertainment has not shared any official statement regarding the issue yet.�