[K-wave] How to become a K-pop demon hunter: Trainees from around the world at K-pop camp

The popularity of K-pop these days goes so far, that aspiring K-pop idols from all around the world audition to get K-pop training.

What does that mean?

A K-pop camp is currently taking place here in Korea ahead of the opening of an actual K-pop school.

Our culture correspondent Park Kun-woo takes us to the scene.

"Letícia IN YOUR AREA!"

21-year-old Letícia from Brazil traveled halfway across the globe to Korea with one goal --to succeed in K-pop.

Not even the scorching summer heat can stop her from practicing hard every day.

"Most exciting part is to feel like such a great team and to learn from people like in another different country. In K-pop, they mix up a lot of styles and you need to really know the basics to really do well and that's really hard because you need to be focused."

"I REALLY want to get into this K-pop school if it opens."

"Participants from around the world have gathered here in Jeonju, drawn by their passion for K-pop and chasing one big dream: to become part of the K-pop scene. Let's see how hard they've been working to make that dream come true."

For two weeks, about 20 girls from 10 different countries, including India and Kazakhstan, have been training for hours daily, perfecting K-pop songs and choreography, as part of a pilot program before the launch of an official K-pop school.

For every move and facial expression, practice, practice, and more practice.

During the day, Korean vocal practice also echoes around the practice room, with voices blending into one harmonious sound, despite the different nationalities.

And though Korean isn't their mother tongue, they keep practicing tirelessly to improve.

But it's not always easy, as sometimes they struggle after facing challenges.

"It's a lot of pressure. I think there's the desire to be constantly perfect. I'm hoping that I can meet the standards of both myself and the people that I want to perform for. It's been hard and I'm not used to dancing like eight hours a day it's something that I still want to pursue and continue."

When the pressure builds, teachers are there with them.

Detailed feedback follows each performance, and the trainees work hard to apply it, boosting their skills and confidence.

"Lots of them didn't even know how to sing at first, but their love for K-pop makes them absorb everything so quickly. If they get systematic training, I'm sure they'll be good enough to achieve their dreams."

After beating 28-to-1 odds to get here, these aspiring K-pop demon hunters are now preparing for their debut showcase next week --the moment they'll fight to secure the "honmoon."

Park Kun-woo, Arirang News, Jeonju.