Hearts2Hearts’ Stella stuns with 32 K-pop agency offers before debut
SM Entertainment rookie girl group Hearts2Hearts appeared on the latest episode of Hyo’s Level Up. Young member Stella shocked everyone by revealing how she was scouted by 32 K-pop companies — including SM.
The story came up when Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon asked Stella about her casting process. Stella explained she attended a training academy’s unique group audition where around 60 company scouts watched performances.
Hearts2Hearts’ Stella:
"I went to a training academy for a while, and they held this unique group audition. All the students there performed on stage — singing and dancing. About 60 company scouts came to watch, and one of the companies that chose me was SM."
Fellow Hearts2Hearts member Ian hinted at rumors about Stella’s numerous offers. Hyoyeon pressed for details, and Stella casually dropped the jaw-dropping number.
Ian: I heard there were a lot.
Hyoyeon: That’s something to brag about for sure…
Stella: I got cast by 32 companies.
Even veteran idol Hyoyeon was visibly impressed.
Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon:
"Wow, that actually sounds really fun.. I want to try that test too. I wonder how many companies would give me a business card. Sounds fun."
Fans quickly went viral with the clip, calling Stella a “born idol” for attracting so much attention before her official debut. Being scouted by even a few companies is rare — 32 is unprecedented.
With this level of early recognition, fans are watching Stella as one of the most promising rookies of her generation.
