ADOR, the HYBE subsidiary behind the global sensation NewJeans, has officially opened applications for its 2025 ADOR Boys Global Audition. The campaign, titled “All Doors Open Right Here,” invites male talents born in 2006 or later to showcase their skills in singing, dancing, rapping, acting, and more. The first round of online auditions runs from June 12 to July 2, 2025, with in-person callbacks in major cities worldwide.
ADOR Audition Details: How to Apply
Aspiring idols can apply via ADOR’s official website, submitting a 1-minute video highlighting their talents. Anyone with the following talents can apply for a spot in the boy group
- Dancing
- Singing
- Rapping
- Acting
- Songwriting/composing
- Vlogging
- Photography
There are no restrictions whatsoever as the label emphasizes diverse creativity. Hit the ‘Apply’ button and it will take you to the audition page where you have to provide the required information.
This includes a profile photo, contact information, self-introduction video, and application material.
Cities Where ADOR Will Hold Auditions
Successful first-round applicants will advance to face-to-face auditions across 25+ international cities, including Tokyo, Los Angeles, Toronto, New York, Sydney, and Seoul. Besides that, auditions will be held in multiple cities in Korea, including Busan, Wonju, Chuncheon, Daegu, Jeju, Jeonju, and Gwangju.
Plus, Sapporo, Osaka, Nagoya, Singapore, Bangkok, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, Auckland, Seattle, and Vancouver are included in the list.
ADOR’s Vision
ADOR’s audition teaser video gives us a glimpse into their storytelling style, focusing on young talents united by their dreams. It’s reminiscent of their successful formula with NewJeans, who brought the “minimalist Y2K” vibe to K-pop. Now, ADOR is setting its sights on a new project – a boy group – despite the ongoing legal tussle with NewJeans.
NewJeans vs. ADOR
While recruiting new talent, ADOR remains entangled in a high-profile conflict with NewJeans (now NJZ). The group terminated contracts in 2024, citing mistreatment after CEO Min Hee Jin’s ousting. A Seoul court recently barred NJZ from independent activities, ruling ADOR’s contracts valid. The label continues paying the group millions of dollars in settlements, even as both parties await a final lawsuit verdict.
After two hearings for their contract validity lawsuit, the third hearing is scheduled for July 24. The crux of these hearings is that NewJeans refused to return to the “new” ADOR (without Min Hee Jin). On the other hand, the label has repeatedly expressed its willingness to talk to the members and address their concerns.
Why Join ADOR?
Despite the controversies, ADOR gives aspiring artists a shot at global fame, and their track record speaks for itself – they have launched stars before. Backed by HYBE, trainees get the best training in the industry. What’s more, ADOR’s open-door policy welcomes all kinds of talent, not just the traditional fits.
Key Dates
- Presale Registration: Open until July 2 (KST)
- In-Person Auditions: Late July–August 2025 (locations TBA)
For updates, follow ADOR’s official social media.
