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Student Cast by Psy Denies Being an Idol Trainee, Explains Aspirations
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Student Cast by Psy Denies Being an Idol Trainee, Explains Aspirations

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A middle school student, Kim Ra-hee, who was unexpectedly cast by Psy at his "Summer Swag" concert, has clarified her status.
  • Rumors circulated that she was an idol trainee preparing for debut.
  • Kim Ra-hee stated she is not a trainee but a hopeful dancer practicing at an academy.

A middle school student who gained viral attention after being personally scouted by singer Psy at his "Summer Swag" concert has stepped forward to clarify her situation amid swirling rumors.

Kim Ra-hee became the subject of intense online discussion after Psy spotted her in the audience and invited her on stage during the concert. This unexpected encounter led many to speculate that she was an aspiring idol trainee already signed with an agency and preparing for a debut.

However, Kim Ra-hee has directly addressed these rumors through her social media channels. In a post accompanied by a video, she stated, "I am not a trainee." She explained that while she dreams of becoming an idol, her current activities involve practicing dance at an academy. She is a hopeful aspirant, not yet under contract or actively preparing for a professional debut.

The clarification aims to set the record straight regarding her status and aspirations, distinguishing between her passion for dance and the formal path of an idol trainee. Her interaction with Psy at the concert, while a memorable moment, has led to a public clarification of her budding career path.

I am not a trainee.

โ€” Kim Ra-heeAddressing rumors about her status after being noticed by Psy at a concert.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.