HYBE INDIA is expanding its search for emerging talent with the launch of HYBE INDIA Audition: Final Call, following a strong response to its initial audition campaign.
The audition has received applications from across all parts of India, covering 28 states and six Union Territories, as well as from the Indian diaspora. Applications have also come in from more than 1,650 cities across 116 countries, reflecting interest from aspiring artists looking to enter HYBE’s global artist development ecosystem.
As part of the Final Call, HYBE INDIA will take its on-ground auditions to eight additional cities: Lucknow, Dimapur, Kohima, Shillong, Jaipur, Indore, Goa and Kochi. The expansion is aimed at reaching talent from a wider range of regions and communities across the country.
Online applications open on September 2 and will remain open until October 31, 2026.
The audition is open to female participants born between 2005 and 2011, with applicants able to audition across vocals, rap, dance, acting and modelling. Those looking to attend an on-ground audition must first apply through the official audition website and select their preferred city. Shortlisted applicants will then receive the audition location through their registered contact details from the casting partners.
Damien Woochang Lee, CEO, HYBE INDIA, said, “The response to the HYBE INDIA Audition has demonstrated the depth of talent and ambition across India. We have received applications from a remarkable range of regions and backgrounds, reinforcing our belief that there is still significant talent to be discovered. With HYBE INDIA Audition: Final Call, we are expanding our search to reach aspiring artists across the country. Our aim is to discover, nurture and develop talent with the potential to represent India on a global stage, and we look forward to seeing the voices, talent and stories that emerge from this next phase.”
HYBE INDIA is also opening up multiple routes for applicants to participate, including online submissions, academies and institutes, WhatsApp and casting partners. Applicants can begin the process through WhatsApp by sending “HI” to HYBE INDIA, after which they will be guided through a short set of questions and asked to submit the required form, photographs and audition material.
Tess Joseph Casting is leading the on-ground casting and audition campaign across India, while Panchami Ghavri Casting is handling the online casting and audition campaign in India and globally. Michelle Chong continues to lead the global audition campaign.
The expanded audition is being presented in collaboration with Kia India, Nongshim and Project B, which will support the initiative as it reaches more aspiring performers across the country.
With the search now moving into eight more cities, HYBE INDIA is looking to widen its talent pool and identify artists who could go on to build careers within its global artist ecosystem.
