NAZE Members Profile and Facts
NAZE (네이즈; ネイズ), formerly known as C9ROOKIES (씨나인루키즈), is a 7-member South Korean pre-debut boy group under C9 Entertainment. The group consists of Ato, Kaisei, Younki, Turn, Yuya, Kimkun, and Dohyeok. They will star in the drama DREAM STAGE, produced by TBS, C9, and CJ ENM Japan, which premieres in January 2026. Their official debut will take place later that year. Starting August 8, 2025, they will launch a streaming series showcasing their training, challenges, and daily life as they prepare for both their debut and acting roles. They officially released their first song “Wanderlust” on November 27, 2025. The track will be featured in the upcoming drama DREAM STAGE.
Group Name Meaning: NAZE is an abbreviation for “New Adventure’s Zestyfull Echo”, meaning: “At the edge of the land and the beginning of the sea lies a place where endless possibilities unfold, and the journey to discover your true self begins. This journey becomes a new adventure, delivering a vibrant echo of the soul to the hearts of all”.
Official Greeting: “Hello, We are NAZE!”
NAZE Official Fandom Name: N/A
Fandom Name Meaning: N/A
NAZE Official Color: N/A
NAZE Official Logo:
Latest Dorm Arrangement (updated in August 2025):
Kaisei, Younki, Yuya, and Kimkun
Ato and Dohyeok
Turn (solo room)
Official SNS:
Website: DREAMSTAGE_tbs (Drama)
Instagram: @naze_official/ @dreamstage_tbs (Drama)
Threads: @naze_official
X: @NAZE_officl/ @dreamstage_tbs (Drama)
Facebook: @NAZE.officl
TikTok: @naze_official/ @dreamstage_tbs (Drama)
YouTube: @NAZE_officl
NAZE Member Profiles:
Ato
Stage Name: Ato (아토/ アト)
Birth Name: Song Du Hyun (송두현)
Position(s): Leader, Vocalist
Birthday: August 22, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: 174 cm (5’9″)
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: INTJ
Nationality: Korean
Representative Color: Yellow
Ato Facts:
– He is from Gyeryong, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
– He was revealed as the fifth member on June 23, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– Education: School of Performing Arts Seoul (Applied Music Department).
– He was a contestant in the survival show Fantasy Boys.
– He used to be under EDEN Entertainment (2021-2023).
– He trained for 1 year and 5 months before joining Fantasy Boys.
– He has a family consisting of his parents, one older brother, and a younger sister born in 2009.
– He was part of a children’s choir from a young age and was known for his vocal talent.
– He participated in many children’s singing contests and won multiple awards.
– He names TXT‘s Yeonjun as his role model.
– He is a former pre-debut member of Daily Note (now known as ALL(H)OURS).
– He likes the colors light green and mint.
– His motto is “Life is like mint chocolate: cool and sweet”.
– His nicknames include Dudu and Duramjwi (squirrel).
Kaisei
Stage Name: Kaisei (카이세이/ カイセイ)
Birth Name: N/A
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: March 30, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Monkey
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Japanese
Representative Color: Purple
Kaisei Facts:
– He was born in Osaka, Japan.
– He was revealed as the last member on June 25, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– He is the eldest member of the group.
– His charm point is the dimple that appears when he smiles.
– Sushi is one of his favorite foods.
– He loves the ocean and often mentions how much it inspires him.
– He’s a dog person and enjoys being around them.
– He wants to take the members to Osaka and guide them around.
– He discovered his dream of becoming an artist after being inspired by BTS in middle school.
– He used to struggle with committing to hobbies, but dance became the first thing he truly enjoyed long-term.
– He is confident in wave-style dancing and considers it one of his strengths.
– His parents supported his decision to become an artist.
– He started dancing by copying BTS choreography in front of a mirror at home.
Younki
Stage Name: Younki (윤기/ ユンギ)
Birth Name: N/A
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: May 5, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Representative Color: Light Blue
Younki Facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– He was revealed as the third member on June 21, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– He has experience as a trainee at two major entertainment companies.
– He is fluent in English.
– He has a bright and cheerful energy that captivates audiences.
– His charm point is the difference in size between his left and right eyes.
– His favorite color is black.
– He’s a huge fan of ramen and hopes to try many kinds in Japan.
– Hip-hop is one of his favorite genres of music.
– He enjoys composing and producing his own music.
– He spent a lot of time at karaoke with friends during his school days.
– He was inspired by the performances of BIGBANG and iKON.
– He is confident in showing both a cool and a cute side on stage.
Turn
Stage Name: Turn (턴/ ターン)
Birth Name: Piyachat Na Bangchang (ปิยชาติ ณ บางช้าง)
Position(s): Vocalist, Rapper, Dancer
Birthday: December 2, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Thai
Representative Color: Red
Turn Facts:
– He was born in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
– He was revealed as the fourth member on June 22, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– He was a student at Dandelion dance and vocal/rap studio.
– He used to go by the name Hunter when he was a student at Dandelion Studio.
– He is the son of Ch. Aon Na Bangchang, a legendary rock musician, and the younger brother of Hack from the band Clash.
– He used to be a TikToker under the account name “hunxismyname”.
– Education: Debsirin Nonthaburi School.
– He used to model for the clothing brand 22thoctober.
– He is friends with Mchoice Trainee‘s Ben.
– Hats are one of his favorite fashion accessories.
– He enjoys eating spicy food.
– He feels the coolest when he’s being photographed.
– He’s known for his deep voice.
– He’s into vintage fashion and loves browsing old shops.
Yuya
Stage Name: Yuya (유야/ ユウヤ)
Birth Name: N/A
Position(s): Dancer
Birthday: August 30, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Japanese
Representative Color: Green
Yuya Facts:
– He was born in Hokkaido, Japan.
– He was revealed as the sixth member on June 24, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– He has won several dance competitions, including 1st place at the Dance Cup and Little King, and 2nd place at the Keio Grand Prix.
– He has been learning breakdancing since childhood.
– His charm points are his curved eyes when he smiles and the small mole near them.
– Takoyaki is one of his favorite foods.
– He enjoys watching anime in his free time.
– Hot springs are one of his favorite places to relax.
– He was encouraged by his mother to pursue music from a young age.
– Watching BTS inspired him to want to perform on stage and shine like them.
– He wants to become someone who can bring smiles to others through music.
– After moving to Korea, he auditioned for around 70 agencies before joining C9.
– He considers his dynamic breakdance performance his strongest weapon.
Kimkun
Stage Name: Kimkun (김건/ キムゴン)
Birth Name: N/A
Position(s): Rapper, Visual
Birthday: February 6, 2007
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Representative Color: Blue
Kimkun Facts:
– He was born in Busan, South Korea.
– He was revealed as the second member on June 20, 2025.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
– He previously trained under one of the major entertainment companies.
– He is known as the “positive and passionate boy.”
– He is the group’s mood maker.
– He loves listening to hip-hop.
– He’s really into sports.
– He lived near the ocean and has a deep love for the sea.
– He’s a big Pokémon fan.
– He believes he’s at his coolest when rapping.
– He was exposed to music at an early age thanks to his father, who listened to bands and hip-hop.
– He practiced boxing and various martial arts.
– He was introduced to the album Cactus Flower by rapper Don Malik in middle school, which deeply inspired him.
– He enjoys eating meals and practicing together with the members.
Dohyeok
Stage Name: Dohyeok (도혁/ ドヒョク)
Birth Name: Im Do Hyeok (임도혁)
Position(s): Visual, Maknae
Birthday: January 22, 2008
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Representative Color: Pink
Dohyeok Facts:
– He is from Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
– He has two younger brothers.
– Education: Damun Elementary School (graduated), Yongmun Middle School (graduated), Yongmun High School (attending).
– He was revealed as the first member on June 19, 2025.
– He originally wanted to become an actor and took acting classes.
– He enjoys watching movies.
– His large eyes are one of his main charm points.
– Playing video games is one of his favorite pastimes.
– Ice cream is one of his go-to treats.
– He thinks he looks the coolest when he’s drawing.
– He passed auditions for two of Korea’s “big four” entertainment companies.
– He is learning Japanese.
– Eating delicious food after practice helps him regain energy.
– He will make his acting debut in January 2026.
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Note 2: Ato’s Leader position was confirmed in a TBS article (Link). NAZE’ official X account shared an article introducing Ato as a Vocalist, Turn as an all-rounder with skills in Vocals, Dance and Rap, and Dohyeok and Kimkun as the Visual Maknae Line (Link). The group’s X account shared a second article where Yuya was introduced as the member in charge of Dance (Link). Kimkun confirmed his role as a Rapper during his self-introduction (Link).
Note 3: The members’ representative colors, as well as their blood types, were confirmed on DREAM STAGE’s website (Link).
For reference on MBTI types:
E = Extroverted, I = Introverted
N = Intuitive, S = Observant
T = Thinking, F = Feeling
P = Perceiving, J = Judging
Note 4: The current dorm arrangement was confirmed in BE:NAZE Ep.1 (Link).
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