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Netflix's 'Pop Star Academy: Katseye' Faces Backlash Over Contestant Deception

The documentary series showcasing the formation of a global girl group is criticized for misleading participants about the nature of the show.

  • 'Pop Star Academy: Katseye' documents the creation of the first global girl group by HYBE and Geffen.
  • Contestants were initially told they were in training, only to later discover it was a survival show.
  • Episode 6 revealed private interviews and forced contestants to rank their peers, causing controversy.
  • Fans and some contestants express disappointment over the deceptive tactics used by the show's producers.
  • Despite criticisms, the series remains popular, with viewers divided over the ethical implications.
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