Wanna One Possible Appearance in Mainstream Networks' Music Shows

MBC's 'Show! Music Core' and SBS' 'Inkigayo' gave their statements on Wanna One's possible appearance on the shows.

Wanna One recently wrapped up their appearance in MBC Every1 show 'Weekly Idol.' The group's guesting brought in the highest recorded ratings for the cable network's music show in its six years of running time. This feat reflects the current popularity of the eleven-member group to which talks of appearing in other shows have been brought to light.

MBC's 'Show! Music Core' and SBS' 'Inkigayo' addressed reports on Wanna One's possible guesting as well as rumors that the networks are blacklisting the group.

A representative from "Show! Music Core" said that rumors of Wanna One's appearance on the show getting cancelled is not true.

"Wanna One did not request to be on 'Show! Music Core' this week," the rep explained. "Wanna One just won’t be able to appear on this week’s episode because of their busy schedule. We are discussing with them for next week’s schedule."

Meanwhile, a source from SBS also responded to the alleged boycotting rumors denying any of the sort.

"We do not have casting restrictions," the source person stated. "As Wanna One appeared on ‘Night of Real Entertainment,’ their appearance on ‘Inkigayo’ is also open. However, this week’s cast has not been finalized yet."

The statement from SBS further stated that casting rights go to the PD and that their lineup for the show this week has not been determined yet. Wanna One is among the labels under discussion.

It's been noted that girl group I.O.I from the first season of 'Produce 101' never appeared on 'Show! Music Core' and 'Inkigayo.' Being a group that was made from cable network Mnet, the three main broadcasting stations of Korea cannot immediately receive the idol group into their shows. 

As for KBS' 'Music Bank,' the show will be airing pre-recorded world tour episodes and won't be featuring guests for the next two weeks. For now, Wanna One will make their debut stage in Mnet's  'M!Countdown.'

(Photo credits: Wanna One Official Facebook)