HYBE's SAINT SATINE Faces New Lineup Speculation After Former A2K Contestant Linked to Group

SAINT SATINE is facing speculation about its lineup after social media users linked former A2K contestant Mischa Salkin to the HYBE x Geffen girl group. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 12: (L-R) Emily Kelavos, Tobi Sakura, and Samara Siqueira of Saint Satine attend the HYBE AMERICA Special Celebration at Grammy Museum on August 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Matei Horvath/Getty Images Neither HYBE, HYBE x Geffen, nor SAINT SATINE has confirmed that Salkin is being considered as a replacement member. The rumor began circulating after fans noticed Instagram activity involving Kerrie Mailey, a representative of Gem Casting.Online users have associated the casting agency with HYBE's global audition projects, although the interaction does not establish that Salkin has been cast.The speculation follows the departure of Lexie Levin, who left SAINT SATINE shortly before its planned 2026 debut. Bandwagon reported that HYBE x Geffen announced Levin's exit on July 14, saying the decision was mutual and followed "extensive and thoughtful discussions" about the group's future activities. Levin will no longer be a member of SAINT SATINE or remain under HYBE x Geffen. In a message to fans,...