SEOUL, South Korea, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RETOPIA SALON, an entertainment company founded by key former executives from HYBE, will hold K-pop auditions in Thailand to discover members for its upcoming group.
The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: ASIA" across multiple locations:
May 1 at ON AIR ACADEMY (Bangkok), May 2 at About P Academy, May 3 at Dandelion and WAVe ACADEMY, May 6 at Gorilla Crew at Studio HUG (Chiang Mai), and May 7 at DANCEWERKS.
Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of four categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting.
RETOPIA SALON stated, "We aim to select the final members for our first boy group scheduled to debut in 2027, while also discovering hidden talents for future girl group projects. We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring global stars."
In addition to Thailand, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto).
More details about the audition can be found on RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and through local partner academies:
https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/
About RETOPIA SALON
RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by key former executives of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio).
Leveraging their extensive experience and expertise gained during their tenure at HYBE, the company focuses on artist management and content production. As its first major project, RETOPIA SALON is preparing to debut a boy group in 2027.
The company has also been involved in producing various high-profile content projects, including BTS JIN's YouTube variety show "Run Jin" and the Disney+ original series "Are You Sure?!" Season 2 featuring JIMIN and JUNG KOOK, drawing significant attention from both the industry and global audiences.
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RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in May, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut
Proven Innovation, Recognized by Customers Worldwide for Space- and Energy-Efficient Approach
News Summary
- LG Electronics has sold more than 3.2 million LG WashTower™ units worldwide.
- The milestone reflects continued global demand for LG's space- and energy-efficient laundry solution.
- The LG WashTower combines a unique, one-body design and features advanced core technologies, including AI DD™ and DUAL Inverter HeatPump™.
SEOUL, South Korea, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics' (LG) WashTower™ all-in-one laundry solution has reached a major milestone, surpassing 3.2 million units in cumulative global sales. Combining a washer and dryer in a single space-saving unit, the WashTower features LG's core technologies and a design focused on everyday convenience.
Trusted by Consumers Around the World
First launched in 2020, LG WashTower is now available in 77 countries. The product has continued to prove popular with consumers worldwide – reaching cumulative sales of more than 1.6 million units in North America, 160,000 units in Latin America, and 130,000 units in Asia. This strong international demand reflects a growing customer preference for convenient laundry solutions that offer enhanced space- and energy-efficiency.
AI and Core Technologies for Greater Convenience
The LG WashTower's performance is supported by proprietary technologies including Artificial Intelligence Direct Drive™ (AI DD™) and DUAL Inverter HeatPump™. AI DD detects load weight, fabric type and soil level, then selects a suitable washing pattern to help clean items optimally while minimizing fabric damage. Utilizing LG's DUAL Inverter Heat Pump, the WashTower delivers low-temperature drying that is gentle on garments and linens. This core intelligence is complemented by features such as AI Wash. Adding to convenience, the model also features Smart Pairing™, which allows the washer to communicate with the dryer and automatically select an appropriate drying cycle. The Prepare to Dry function further enhances usability by preheating the dryer before the wash cycle ends, helping reduce overall laundry time.
Expanding Solutions for Diverse Customer Needs
LG continues to expand its laundry lineup to better address customers' evolving lifestyles. The company plans to introduce new models, AI features and color options to suit a wider range of user needs, preferences and space requirements.
LG is set to celebrate its WashTower sales milestone by hosting a range of promotional activities in South Korea, with similar initiatives planned for overseas markets.
"The LG WashTower leverages our proprietary core technologies and advanced AI to deliver a more convenient clothing-care experience to customers around the world," said Baek Seung-tae, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. "We will continue to build on our understanding of customers' lifestyles and earn the trust of global customers through products and solutions that deliver greater convenience."
About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company
The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers' quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG's Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.
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LG ELECTRONICS' WASHTOWER™ SURPASSES 3.2 MILLION UNITS SOLD WORLDWIDE
LG ELECTRONICS' WASHTOWER™ SURPASSES 3.2 MILLION UNITS SOLD WORLDWIDE
LG ELECTRONICS' WASHTOWER™ SURPASSES 3.2 MILLION UNITS SOLD WORLDWIDE
