'Street World Fighter: Directors' War' Min-jun and Directors Clash Over K-POP Choreography Composition

Choreography directors on Mnet's 'Street World Fighter: Directors' War' showed differing opinions regarding the composition method and practice direction of K-POP choreography.

According to the video of the 6th episode of Mnet's 'Street World Fighter: Directors' War' broadcast on September 22, 2026, the choreography directors clashed during the process of modifying the Outro choreography for artist Bailey. In the video, the directors continued discussions on how to harmonize the characteristics of K-POP choreography with the artist's performance style.

Conflict Between Scale and Detail in K-POP Outro Choreography

According to the dialogue contained in the video, the directors agreed on the need to increase the sense of scale for the Outro choreography, but showed differences in the specific way of implementing movements. One director mentioned that a formal K-POP Outro should achieve scale through large movements, skills, and energy, pointing out that the method proposed by artist Min-jun differs from the typical form of a K-POP Outro.

On the other hand, an opinion was presented that Bailey's choreography style must be considered. Since Bailey is an individual who simultaneously uses hand moves, control, and rhythm, the logic was that adding excessive detail to the Outro—when sufficient detail has already been included in the Intro and Pre-chorus stages—could actually be a negative. Opinions continued that it is important to keep movements clean to ensure the synergy of the mega crew performance.

Artist-Centered Practice Time and the Role of the Director

Discussions regarding the allocation of time and division of roles during the practice process also took place. In a situation where the practice time of the artist and the dancers is separated, the directors went through a process of organizing details primarily around the dancers, considering the proficiency and practice concentration of the artist, Bailey. In the video, as the time available to practice with the artist is limited, it was emphasized that the director's role is to focus on the artist to check the visual composition and solve problems.

In particular, the director sought to make Min-jun realize that K-POP is a battle of time centered around the artist. One director showed the process of coordinating opinions and leading the practice to conduct training that reflects the characteristics of K-POP in a situation where selection and concentration are required within a limited time.