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Producer Ryan Jhun had his eyes on Jeon So Mi from the start

ProducerRyan Jhunsat down for an exclusive interview regardingMnet 'Produce 101'.


He believed the second season featuring male trainees would be as successful as the first. Ryan Jhun revealed why he thought the first season did well, saying,"Everyone took it as if it were a life or death situation. It felt like I was seeing a past reflection of myself."Numerous stars were launched from the first season, including formerIOImemberJeon So Mi,Choi Yoo Jung,Jung Chae Yeon,Loen Entertainment'sPark So Yeon, andCube Entertainment'sJeon So Yeon.


Ryan Jhun commented,"Jung Chae Yeon is a really hard worker. I was very thankful for Jeon So Mi's great efforts. There was no doubt in my mind that Jeon So Mi would rise to stardom."He went on,"She's humble, has a bright personality, and she's just full of talent. It was only truth that she would become a celebrity, so her popularity is no surprise to me."


Collaborating with girl groups likeGirls' Generation,f(x),Red Velvet,IOI, and lately 'Produce 101' just what is the secret behind Ryan Jhun and their success?


We'll just have to stick around in the second season. Are you planning on watching?