HYBE India Announces 15-City Global Audition Tour With Pop-Up Parks Across India For Fans

HYBE INDIA announces the next stage of the HYBE INDIA Audition, combining an in-person audition tour with Pop-up Parks across multiple cities. The programme aims to spot young performers from India and the global Indian diaspora, and build a new girl group that can connect with audiences worldwide.

The HYBE INDIA Audition is open to female participants born between 2005 and 2011, regardless of prior experience. Aspirants can present skills across performance categories, with HYBE INDIA stating that the goal is to find voices that reflect India’s diversity while remaining ready for international stages and global listeners.

HYBE INDIA Audition tour and Pop-up Parks schedule

The audition tour for the HYBE INDIA Audition runs from May to July 2026 and travels through 15 locations in India and overseas. Guwahati hosts the opening round on 03 May. Other Indian stops include Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chandigarh, alongside Toronto, New York, Singapore, Sydney, and London.

To give clear information on dates and locations for the HYBE INDIA Audition, the full tour schedule is listed below. The table covers both Indian and international cities, matching the order of the journey as announced by HYBE INDIA.

City	Country	Date(s)
Guwahati	India	03 May 2026
Toronto	Canada	23-24 May 2026
Mumbai	India	10 May 2026
Pune	India	17 May 2026
Hyderabad	India	24 May 2026
Bengaluru	India	31 May 2026
New York	USA	30 May 2026
Singapore	Singapore	13 June 2026
Delhi	India	14 June 2026
Sydney	Australia	20 June 2026
Chennai	India	27 June 2026
London	United Kingdom	04-05 July 2026
Ahmedabad	India	11 July 2026
Kolkata	India	18 July 2026
Chandigarh	India	25 July 2026

HYBE INDIA Audition panel, assessment and Pop-up Parks

HYBE INDIA states that the HYBE INDIA Audition will be judged by a combined panel of HYBE global talent development specialists and Indian entertainment professionals. The team includes experts who have worked on internationally known music acts, along with industry figures familiar with Indian audiences, languages, and cultural references.

According to HYBE INDIA, panel members for the HYBE INDIA Audition look beyond presentation and styling. Candidates are evaluated on raw ability, artistic honesty, and scope for long-term growth. The company says the intention is to find performers who can represent India credibly, while also maintaining appeal for listeners outside the country.

Alongside the HYBE INDIA Audition tour, HYBE INDIA introduces Pop-up Parks in six cities: Guwahati, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Delhi. These open spaces appear before local audition dates and allow teenagers and young adults to interact with music, performance, and creative activities, even if they do not register for auditions.

HYBE INDIA Audition registrations, Pop-up Parks and brand partners

Each Pop-up Park linked to the HYBE INDIA Audition will include experiential booths from partner brands, interactive engagement areas, and, in some locations, surprise stage shows. HYBE INDIA presents these spaces as an accessible extension of the audition journey, intended to reflect a belief that India’s youth should have a “world-class platform” for their ambitions.

For the HYBE INDIA Audition, participants can secure audition and Pop-up Park slots in advance through BookMyShow. HYBE INDIA will publish city-wise schedules and participation rules in stages on the official HYBE INDIA audition website and social media accounts. Walk-in registrations are also planned at physical venues, subject to first-come, first-served availability.

HYBE INDIA aligns the HYBE INDIA Audition with several brands. Samsung supports aspirants through its “Show them how it's done #withGalaxy” campaign. H&M highlights fashion and music as channels for self-expression. Nongshim SHIN RAMYUN promotes “Spicy Happiness in Noodles.” Shoppers Stop presents 'Get Spotlight Ready' with HYBE INDIA. Snapchat and BookMyShow participate as media and ticketing partners.

HYBE INDIA indicates that more information on the HYBE INDIA Audition, covering eligibility, rules, and detailed processes, will appear on the official HYBE INDIA audition website and social channels. The multi-city tour, Pop-up Parks, and partner campaigns together create a nationwide search for India’s first HYBE-backed global girl group.