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HYBE introduces the 16 contestants of its Latin boy group audition project 'Santos Bravos'

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Posted by Susan-Han Wednesday, July 9, 2025 10,271

HYBE's first ambitious Latin boy group audition project, 'Santos Bravos', is officially ready to begin its search for the ultimate talent next month in August.

'Santos Bravos' follows the audition journey of 16 contestants from Hispanic/Latino regions including Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Peru, Spain, and the United States. These contestants will undergo an intense and innovative training camp in Mexico meant to unlock their hidden potential and prepare them for global stardom, striving for the ultimate goal of debut. Kenny Ortega will lead the audition project as the head creative director, joined by a veteran team of trainers including producer Johnny Goldstein, vocal coach RAab Stevenson, and more. 

At the end of the journey, only 5 contestants will be chosen to debut in HYBE's first Latin pop boy band. You can get to know the 16 contestants of 'Santos Bravos', below. 

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Meanwhile, 'Santos Bravos' will air globally in August. 

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