KIVE Members Profile and Facts
KIVE (카이브) was a South Korean pre-debut project boy group under W Entertainment, made up of 5 members: Seoin, B.L, Hyuk, Jack, and J-NO. The group was first introduced in May 2015, and began official promotions in June of that year. In early September 2015, their contracts with the company ended and the members moved to DAM Entertainment, where the group rebranded as AP (later known as APL). Following their departure, W Entertainment announced plans to relaunch KIVE with a new lineup, but the project was ultimately cancelled.
Group Name Meaning: N/A
Official Greeting: “We feel good, KIVE! Hello!” (We feel good, 카이브! 안녕하세요!)
KIVE Official Fandom Name: N/A
Fandom Name Meaning: N/A
KIVE Official Color: N/A
KIVE Official Logo:
Official SNS:
Facebook: kive2015
KIVE Member Profiles:
Seoin
Stage Name: Seoin (서인)
Birth Name: Yu Seong In (유성인), legalized to Yu Seo In (유서인)
Position(s): Leader
Birthday: June 7, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 177 cm (5’10″)
Weight: 66 kg (145 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @yuseoin
X: @melon_seoin
Seoin Facts:
– He was born in Buyeo, Chungcheongnam Province, South Korea.
– After his contract expiration with W Entertainment he became a member of APL (2015-2018).
– He’s a former member of NewUs (2012-2015).
– He enlisted on September 3, 2018, and has finished his military service since.
– Seoin legally changed his name when he turned 18. His new name means “a standing person”.
– He has a brother.
– He started his trainee journey in high school.
– Seoin is the best Japanese speaker among the members.
– He’s a big fan of TWICE.
– The members chose him as the group’s leader due to his previous musical experience.
– His hobbies include exercising, listening to music, watching movies, eating, traveling, studying, song copying, and doing nothing without doing any thoughts.
– His special skill is imitating Orochimaru from Naruto.
– Some things he likes include meat, sushi, natto, shoes, clothes, and the Japanese language.
– A variety show he would like to appear on is Law of the Jungle. He used to watch it with his father, who would always say that he wouldn’t last an hour in the wild, and now he wants to prove him wrong. He claims he could survive for a whole month.
– He is described as handsome, fit, and rich by his fellow members.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, relaxation over physical activities, onion over garlic, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
B.L
Stage Name: B.L/ VL (비엘), formerly Minsuk (민석)
Birth Name: Kim Min Seok (김민석)
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: August 15, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Horse
Height: 172 cm (5’8″)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @ap_tin815
X: @ap_tin0815
Facebook: 김민석
YouTube: 하이틴
B.L Facts:
– He was born in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
– He was first introduced under his given name, Minsuk (민석), but adapted the stage name B.L when KIVE began official promotions.
– After his contract expiration with W Entertainment he became a member of APL (2015-2018) under the stage name VL (비엘) before changing it to Tin (틴).
– He was part of APL‘s sub-unit APL Up.
– B.L is a former member of TOUCH (2010-2012) and Trick (2013-2014).
– He made his solo debut on September 25, 2019, with the single “MADNESS” featuring J Mellow under CODENAME LABEL.
– He took part in the writing of his own debut song, as well as APL‘s “Don’t Be Mad”, APL Up‘s “U-GA-CHA”, and LABEL UP‘s “Beautiful Tomorrow”.
– B.L participated in Battle Shinhwa (2005).
– He completed his military service from June 11, 2019, to January 5, 2021.
– He choreographed most of APL’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).
– His stage name stands for Blaque.
– He won numerous dance competitions during middle and high school.
– He has a Dachshund named Choco.
– B.L was classmates with actress Kim Sungeun.
– His hobbies include listening to music, traveling, eating, waking people up, and cooking.
– The dishes he’s best at making are fried and steamed eggs.
– His specialties are beatboxing, freestyling, popping, rap making, and songwriting.
– His role models are JX and Seo Taiji.
– He is a big fan of girl groups, with his favorite group being Red Velvet and Irene as his bias.
– He likes ramen and coffee, especially iced americanos.
– His favorite colors are white and black.
– He used to willingly drive the members to their schedules when their manager wasn’t around as he enjoys driving.
– His nicknames include “Yo-sek-nam” (Korean term meaning “sexy man who cooks”), “Charming Tin”, “Superstar Tin” (a nickname he earned after writing “superstar” as his occupation on an airport form), “Fan Fool” (reflecting his deep affection for fans), and “Delicate Hands”.
– He would like to live in Japan because of its rich diversity in music and fashion.
– He has a collection of hoodies.
– B.L dreams of collaborating with Seo Taiji, Supreme Team, or Red Velvet.
– He is described as tall and shy by his fellow members.
– He’s the worst at cleaning among the members.
– B.L has a habit of biting his nails and throwing tantrums.
– He prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, physical activity over relaxation, 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), formerly Keon Haul (건하울)
Birth Name: Kwon Hyuk (권혁)
Position(s): N/A
Birthday: January 21, 1991
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Goat
Height: 179 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 65 kg (143 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
X: @kwon9245 (Suspended)
Facebook: Kwon Hyuk
Hyuk Facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– After his contract expiration with W Entertainment he became a member of APL (2015-2018).
– He took part in the composition of APL‘s song “Don’t Be Mad”.
– Before becoming an idol, he appeared in the film Heroes of Dokdo, as well as in minor roles in dramas and stage productions.
– Hyuk completed his military service prior to 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.
– He has multiple pet dogs.
– Hyuk is a fan of Lady Gaga.
– His hobbies are traveling, acting, and eating.
– His specialties are acting, and reading code books.
– He is described as kind, cool, and handsome by his fellow members.
– Hyuk likes clothes, shoes, shopping, meat, sports, 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.
Jack
Stage Name: Jack (잭)
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
Jack Facts:
– He was briefly a member of the rebranded lineup, AP/ APL (2015), but on September 13, 2015, it was announced that he would leave the group in December due to personal reasons.
– He’s a former member of Trick (2013-2015) under his given name Minho (민호).
– Jack used to be part of the busking and dance cover groups D.O.B (2015-2016) and Diana (2021-2023).
– He’s 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.
– Jack has tattoos on both his arms and neck.
– His hobbies and specialties include YouTube surfing, boarding, and fashion design.
– He likes pizza, clothes, shoes, and rideables (boards, inline skates, etc.).
– His favorite colors are blue, red, black, and white.
– His preferred clothing style is neat and comfortable.
J-NO
Stage Name: J-NO (제이노)
Birth Name: Yoon Dae Hyuk (윤대혁)
English Name: Daniel
Position(s): Maknae
Birthday: November 25, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 182 cm (6’0″)
Weight: 72 kg (158 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @ap_jno_6115
X: @eogur6115
Facebook: 혁이
YouTube: 야매혀기
SOOP Live: [JNO]제이노
J-NO Facts:
– He was born in Dongducheon, South Korea.
– After his contract expiration with W Entertainment he became a member of APL (2015-2018).
– He was part of APL‘s sub-unit APL Up.
– He enlisted on October 23, 2018, and has completed his military service since.
– J-NO previously went by the name YM (야매).
– He has completed his military service.
– He appeared in a commercial for viu Hong Kong.
– J-NO used to stream on AfreecaTV (currently known as SOOP Live).
– He was featured in the Chinese magazine, U！Magazine.
– Education: Korea Culture Media High School, Baekje Arts University (Department of Broadcasting and Entertainment, leave of absence after 1st semester).
– He can speak Mandarin (HSK 3), Cantonese, Japanese, and English.
– He was the class president in high school
– J-NO can play the guitar.
– He’s a fan of AKB48.
– His hobbies include eating, photography, and traveling.
– He traveled to a number of countries, including Japan, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, United States, Taiwan, Singapore, and Macau.
– His special skills are acting, speaking languages, and impersonating characters from the K-drama Reply 1988.
– He likes cars, Adidas, sushi, jelly, and musicals.
– He is described as handsome and sexy by his fellow members.
– J-NO prefers the sea over mountains, coffee over tea, physical activity over relaxing, onion over garlic, and a regular tie over a butterfly tie.
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