APL Members Profile and Facts
APL (에이플), formerly stylized as AP or A+, was a South Korean boy group under DAM Entertainment, consisting of five members: Seoin, Tin, Hyuk, J-NO, and Tom. The group was originally formed in mid-2015 as a project group called KIVE (카이브) under W Entertainment. In September of that year, the members moved to DAM Entertainment, where they rebranded as AP and transitioned into a permanent group. They officially debuted as APL on February 19, 2016, with their first single album Might Die. Throughout their career, they were active not only in South Korea but also in China and Japan. However, following the enlistment of several members in late 2018, the group’s activities came to a complete halt, and they eventually silently disbanded.
Group Name Meaning: APL is short for A PLUS, symbolizing their commitment to always giving their best and achieving top results.
Official Greeting: “A Plus! Hello, we are APL! “(A 플러스! 안녕하세요, APL입니다!)
APL Official Fandom Name: N/A
Fandom Name Meaning: N/A
APL Official Color: N/A
APL Official Logo:
Official SNS:
Instagram: @apl_korea
Facebook: @apl4860
YouTube: apl 4860
Fan Cafe: @a-pl
APL Member Profiles:
Seoin
Stage Name: Seoin (서인)
Birth Name: Yu Seong In (유성인), legalized to Yu Seo In (유서인)
Position(s): Leader, Main Vocalist
Birthday: June 7, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 177 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 66 kg (145 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Sub Unit: N/A
Instagram: @yuseoin
X: @melon_seoin
Seoin Facts:
– He was born in Buyeo, Chungcheongnam Province, South Korea.
– He was part of the original KIVE (2015) lineup.
– Seoin is a former member of NewUs (2012-2015).
– He enlisted on September 3, 2018, and has completed his military service since.
– His family consists of his parents and a brother.
– He changed his legal name when he turned 18.
– His name means “a standing person”.
– He became a trainee in high school.
– He’s the best at speaking Japanese among the members.
– The members chose him as the group’s leader due to his previous musical experience.
– He is a fan of TWICE.
– His hobbies are listening to music, exercising, traveling, eating, studying, song copying, watching movies, and doing nothing without doing any thoughts.
– He likes sushi, natto, meat, shoes, clothes, and the Japanese language.
– The variety show he wants to appear on the most is Law of the Jungle. He used to watch it with his father, who always said he wouldn’t last an hour in the jungle, and he wants to prove him wrong. He claims he could last a month.
– His special skill is mimicking Orochimaru from Naruto.
– Hyuk describes him as rich, handsome, and physically fit.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, relaxing over physical activities, onion over garlic, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
Tin
Stage Name: Tin (틴), formerly VL (비엘)
Birth Name: Kim Min Seok (김민석)
Position(s): Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist
Birthday: August 15, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Horse
Height: 172 cm (5’7″)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Korean
Sub Unit: APL Up
Instagram: @ap_tin815
X: @ap_tin0815
Facebook: 김민석
YouTube: 하이틴
Tin Facts:
– He was born in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
– Tin was part of the original KIVE (2015) lineup under the name Minsuk (민석), and later changed it to B.L (Blaque). He then changed it to VL when the group rebranded and then eventually began using Tin.
– He debuted as part of APL‘s sub unit APL Up on July 8, 2018, with “U-GA-CHA”.
– Tin is a former member of TOUCH (2010-2012) and Trick (2013-2014).
– He made his solo debut on September 25, 2019, under CODENAME LABEL with the single “MADNESS” featuring J Mellow.
– He participated in the writing of his own solo debut, APL‘s “Don’t Be Mad”, APL Up‘s “U-GA-CHA”, and LABEL UP‘s “Beautiful Tomorrow”.
– Tin was a contestant on Battle Shinhwa (2005).
– He completed his military service from June 11, 2019, to January 5, 2021.
– He choreographed most of the group’s dances.
– Education: Samuel Kindergarten, Goyang Elementary School, Byeokje Middle School, Baekyang High School, Sejong Cyber University (Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, graduated), Dankook University Graduate School of Culture and Arts (Master’s degree in Popular Music Production and Management, graduated).
– He picked his stage name because the Sino-Korean character for “seok” (from his real name Minseok) means “tin” in English.
– He won numerous dance competitions during middle and high school.
– Tin has a Dachshund named Choco.
– He was classmates with actress Kim Sungeun.
– His hobbies are cooking, listening to music, traveling, eating, and waking people up.
– The dishes he’s best at making are fried eggs and steamed eggs.
– His specialties are beatboxing, freestyle and popping dance, rap making, and songwriting.
– He’s a huge girl group fan, with his favorite girl group being Red Velvet and Irene as his bias.
– His role models are Seo Taiji and JX.
– He likes ramen and coffee, especially iced americanos.
– His favorite colors are black and white.
– He loves driving, and he used to drive the members to their schedules when their manager wasn’t around.
– His nicknames are “Yo-sek-nam” (meaning “a sexy guy who cooks”), “Charming Tin”, “Superstar Tin” (received after writing “superstar” as his occupation on an airport form), “Fan Fool” (coming from his overflowing love for his fans), and “Delicate Hands”.
– He would like to live in Japan because of the country’s rich diversity in music and fashion.
– He collects hoodies.
– His dream collaborations would be with Seo Taiji, Supreme Team, or Red Velvet.
– Seoin describes him as tall and shy.
– Among the members, he’s the worst at cleaning.
– He has a habit of nail biting and throwing tantrums.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, physical activity over relaxing, garlic over onion, a regular tie over a butterfly tie, and work over love.
– His ideal type is Son Yejin.
– Motto: “Let’s be humble.”
Hyuk
Stage Name: Hyuk (혁)
Birth Name: Kwon Hyuk (권혁)
Position(s): Main Rapper, Vocalist
Birthday: January 21, 1991
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Goat
Height: 179 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 65 kg (143 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Sub Unit: N/A
X: @kwon9245 (Suspended)
Facebook: Kwon Hyuk
Hyuk Facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– He was part of the original KIVE (2015) lineup under the name Keon Haul (건하울) before changing it to Hyuk.
– Hyuk participated in the composition of APL‘s “Don’t Be Mad”.
– He appeared in the movie Heroes of Dokdo, as well as in minor drama roles and stage performances prior to his debut.
– He completed his military service before his debut.
– His sister is Kwon Minseo, a former member of Switch Berry and La_TTE, and the CEO of DAM Entertainment and Yedam Entertainment.
– Education: Baekje University of Arts (Department of Broadcasting and Entertainment, graduated in 2015).
– He can speak Chinese well.
– He owns multiple pet dogs.
– His specialties are acting, and reading code books.
– His hobbies are eating, traveling, acting, and styling.
– He’s a fan of Lady Gaga.
– Tom describes him as handsome, kind, and cool.
– He likes sports, shoes, meat, clothes, shopping, and his fans.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, relaxing over physical activities, onion over garlic, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
J-NO
Stage Name: J-NO (제이노)
Birth Name: Yoon Dae Hyuk (윤대혁)
English Name: Daniel
Position(s): Lead Vocalist
Birthday: November 25, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 182 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 72 kg (158 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Sub Unit: APL Up
Instagram: @ap_jno_6115
X: @eogur6115
Facebook: 혁이
YouTube: 야매혀기
SOOP Live: [JNO]제이노
J-NO Facts:
– He was born in Dongducheon, South Korea.
– He was part of the original KIVE (2015) lineup.
– J-NO debuted as part of APL‘s sub unit APL Up on July 8, 2018, with “U-GA-CHA”.
– He enlisted on October 23, 2018, and has completed his military service since.
– He formerly went by the name YM (야매).
– J-NO has completed his military service.
– He appeared in a commercial for viu Hong Kong.
– Education: Korea Culture Media High School, Baekje Arts University (Department of Broadcasting and Entertainment, leave of absence after 1st semester).
– He was the maknae before Tom joined the group.
– J-NO is the tallest member.
– He can speak Cantonese, Mandarin (HSK 3), Japanese, and English.
– He was the class president throughout high school
– J-NO used to be active as a streamer on AfreecaTV (now known as SOOP Live).
– He appeared in the Chinese magazine U！Magazine.
– He can play the guitar.
– His hobbies include eating, photography, and traveling.
– He has traveled to Japan, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, United States, Taiwan, Singapore, and Macau.
– His special skills are acting, speaking Cantonese, and impersonating characters from Reply 1988.
– He likes musicals, cars, Adidas, sushi, and jelly.
– He’s a fan of AKB48.
– If he were a woman, he would choose to date Tom.
– Despite being the maknae, he would often discipline his members.
– Tin describes him as handsome and sexy.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, physical activity over relaxing, onion over garlic, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
Tom
Stage Name: Tom (탐)
Birth Name: Kim Dong Gun (김동건)
Position(s): Lead Vocalist, Maknae
Birthday: February 2, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rat
Height: 177 cm (5’9.6″)
Weight: 67 kg (147 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Sub Unit: APL Up
Instagram: @this_is_97_
X: @ap_Tom0202
Tom Facts:
– He joined the group in 2017.
– He currently goes by the name Lee Geon (이건).
– Tom debuted as part of APL‘s sub unit APL Up on July 8, 2018, with “U-GA-CHA”.
– He enlisted to the military in the second half of 2018, and has completed his miltitary since.
– He’s a fan of GFRIEND.
– His hobbies include traveling, listening to music, exercising, and eating.
– He is the most proficient in English among the members.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, tea over coffee, relaxing over physical activities, garlic over onion, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
Former Member:
Minho
Stage Name: Minho (민호)
Birth Name: Jung Min Ho (정민호)
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: April 7, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 53 kg (116 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @ottn_is_
X: @940407minho
YouTube: OTTN
Minho Facts:
– He was part of the original KIVE (2015) lineup under the stage name Jack (잭).
– In September 2015, during the members’ transfer from W Entertainment to DAM Entertainment, it was said that Minho would temporarily join AP/APL to properly conclude promotions and would officially leave the group in December. However, he quietly left the group shortly afterward.
– He’s a former member of Trick (2013-2015).
– He’s formerly part of the busking and dance cover groups D.O.B (2015-2016) and Diana (2021-2023).
– Minho is currently active as a dancer, film director, and editor under the name OTTN.
– He has a nose piercing, double helix, and used to have an eyebrow and labret piercing.
– He has tattoos on his neck and both arms.
– His hobbies and specialties are YouTube surfing, boarding, and fashion design.
– His favorite colors are white, black, red, and blue.
– Minho’s preferred clothing style is comfortable and neat.
– He likes clothes, shoes, rideables (boards, inline skates, etc.), and pizza.
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