- NIK Members Profile: NIK Facts
NIK was a Japanese-Korean boy band formed through the global Idol project G-EGG.
NIK is an acronym for Nippon and Korea.
NIK consisted of 10 Japanese and Korean members including; Gunmin, Hyeonsu, Ryuta, Yunsol, Taehoon, Kogun, Ryo, Parkha, Taichi and Hinata.
The members are comprised of former Idol boy band members and current boy band members.
The final line up was revealed on August 29th 2020. They officially debuted in Korea on September 27, 2021 with the single “Santa Monica”. They made their official Japanese debut on October 6, 2021 with the single “Universe“. On June 16, 2023 it was announced that the “G-EGG” project, which started in February 2020, will end in July 2023 and the members of NIK will go their separate ways.
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NIK Official Accounts:
Official Website: nik-official.com
Youtube: NIK_OFFICIAL
Instagram: @nikofficial11
Twitter: @nikofficial11
TikTok: @nikofficial11
NIK Members:
Gunmin
Stage Name: Gunmin (건민)
Birth Name: Lee Gunmin (이건민/ゴンミン)
Position: Leader, Main Vocalist, Main Dancer, Visual
Birthday: October 3rd, 1994
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 62 kg (136 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @big_gunmin1003
Youtube: YOLONG GUNMIN
Gunmin Facts:
– He was born in Gangwon-do, South Korea, then moved to Gwangju-si, South Korea.
– Family: mother, father, older brother.
– In 2014 he debuted with the group B.I.G under GH Entertainment.
– He choreographed the dance for B.I.G’s 2nd single “준비됐나요” (“Are You Ready?”).
– He also choreographed their 5th single “1.2.3”
– His favorite foods are pork belly and dontaksu.
– His favorite color is purple.
– He has a tattoo on his left arm.
– In 2017, he and B.I.G member Heedo released a unofficial single titled “Vanilla Sky”. Later
in 2018, they made their official debut with “Don’t Worry”.
– In 2017 he participated in the Idol Rebooting Show: The Unit, where he placed 33rd.
– He is part of the co-ed project group Triple Seven.
– In 2021 he was appointed as the Leader of B.I.G.
– On November 24, 2023 Gunmin enlisted in the millitary in Korea.
Hyeonsu
Stage Name: Hyeonsu (현수)
Birth Name: Kang Hyeonsu (강현수/カン ヒョンス)
Position: Lead Vocalist, Main Dancer
Birthday: June 18, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 174 cm (5’8″)
Weight: 58kg (127 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @kanghyeonsu__
Twitter: @nik_hyeonsu
TikTok: kanghyeonsu__
Hyeonsu Facts:
– His birthplace is Daejeon, South Korea.
– He also enjoys creating choreographies.
– His hobbies are watching Marvel movies and studying everything about planet earth.
– In 2013 he debuted with LC9 under the stage name AO; however the group disbanded in late 2015 once their contracts ended.
– In 2017, he re-debuted with BLK under the stage name D.A; however, the group disbanded shortly after in 2018.
– In 2019, he participated in Produce X 101 ranking 26th after being eliminated.
– Hyeonsu trained for a total of 8 years and 3 months including debuting times.
Ryuta
Stage Name: Ryuta (龍太)
Birth Name: Hayashi Ryuta (林龍太)
Position: Lead Vocalist, viusal
Birthday: July 23rd, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 63 kg (138 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @ryuta_0_7_2_3
Twitter: @RYUTA38265613
Ryuta Facts:
– He is from Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
– He is the 6th/7th tallest member of NIK.
– Special Skill: Singing, playing basketball and arm wrestling
– Hobbies: Karaoke, basketball, reading, shōjo manga
– He was a Produce 101 Japan (2019) contestant.
– In 2020 he joined the G-EGG project to debut with the final team.
Yunsol
Stage Name: Yunsol (윤솔)
Birth Name: Park Yunsol (박윤솔)
Position: Lead Rapper, Lead Vocalist, Center, Lead Dancer
Birthday: October 21st, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 62 kg (136 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @sol_s7ill
Youtube: 솔이터
Yunsol Facts:
– Special Skill: Dancing and Japanese.
– Hobbies: Magic and watching YouTube.
– In 2019 he participated in Produce X 101 being eliminated in Ep 8 and ranking 48th.
– He is fluent in Japanese.
– He was a backup dancer for BTS, HOTSHOT, and JBJ.
– Yunsol was a contestant on Boys24 and was apart of Unit Purple.
– He’s been apart of 5 different dance teams and is currently apart of Studio 7ill.
– Yunsol was a cheerleader for the SSG Landers back when they were SK Wyverns.
Kogun
Stage Name: Kogun (고건/コゴン)
Birth Name: Ko Geun (고건/コゴン)
Position: Main Vocalist
Birthday: March 7th, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Height: 185 cm (6’1”)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @ko_geon__
Kogun Facts:
– Special Skill: Singing (he’s good at range).
– Hobbies: Writing and listening to music.
– In 2016 he was a short time member of ZEST.
– In 2018 he re-debuted as a member of LUCENTE (disbanded in April 2021).
– He can play piano.
Ryo
Stage Name: Ryo (瞭)
Birth Name: Mitsui Ryo (三井瞭)
Position: Vocalist, Rapper, Lead Dancer
Birthday: July 15th, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Height: 170 cm (5’7″)
Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @1_lupus
Ryo Facts:
– Special Skill: Dancing, karate, and ball games.
– Hobbies: Listening to music, freestyle dancing, seeing beautiful scenery, and strength training.
– He was a contestant on the survival program Produce 101 Japan.
– On Produce 101 Japan he was eliminated in Ep 8 ranking 41st.
Taehoon
Stage Name: Taehoon (テフン)
Birth Name: Park Taehoon (박태훈/パク; テフン)
Position: Lead Rapper, Vocalist, Center
Birthday: November 23rd, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 187 cm (6’2″)
Weight: –
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @ideataehoon
Taehoon Facts:
– He was added to the group in 2021, to replace Sihyuk during the NIK Starting Over -01 program.
– He has a tattoo.
– Taehoon was a member of CODE-V.
Parkha
Stage Name: Parkha (박하)
Birth Name: Han Jongyeon (한종연/パクハ)
Position: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Visual
Birthday: May 21st, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 180 cm (5’11″)
Weight: 62 kg (136 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @pxxk_hx
Parkha Facts:
– Special Skill: Rapping, dancing, and composition.
– Hobbies: Collecting, composition, and dancing.
– He was a member of Nu’Bility, but they disbanded in 2014.
– He was a contestant on Produce 101 Season 2 and MIXNINE.
– He was a member of LUCENTE (disbanded in April 2021).
– He has a collie dog called Umi.
– His brother is Jungwoo former member of ODD ONE OUT.
Taichi
Stage Name: Taichi (太一)
Birth Name: Ishizaka Taichi (石坂 太一)
Position: Main Rapper
Birthday: July 27th, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Weight: 63 kg (138 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @official_taichi_ice
Taichi Facts:
– Special Skill: Rapping, soccer, and impersonations.
– Hobbies: Listening to music, rapping, bowling, clothing store tours, going to hot springs (spa), eating delicious food, and making people laugh.
– He has 2 tattoos on his left arm.
– Won a special award with an original rap at an event sponsored by Avex Artist Academy.
Hinata
Stage Name: Hinata (日向)
Birth Name: Yonemaru Hinata (米丸 日向)
Position: Vocalist, Lead dancer, Maknae
Birthday: March 25th, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 189 cm (6’2”)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
Nationality: Japanese
Hinata Facts:
– Special Skill: Dancing, beatboxing.
– Hobbies: Singing and gaming.
– He is a member of Junon Boy‘s first official music unit Junon Superboy Anothers.
– He plays an active part as a central member of the stage performance.
Former members:
Sihyuk
Stage Name: Sihyuk (시혁)
Birth Name: Choi Sihyuk (최시혁 / シヒョク)
Possible Position: Lead Rapper, Main Dancer
Birthday: February 18th, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 61 kg (134 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Korean
Instagram: @sisihyhyukuk0218
Twitter: @xornnjs757
Sihyuk Facts:
– Special Skill: 2x speed dancing.
– Hobby: Fashion, Modeling
– In 2014, he joined APEACE.
– He demonstrates both the cold and cute side.
– He has many modeling experiences for fashion brands.
– Despite his baby face, he raps with a deep voice.
– In 2020 he joined the G-EGG project to debut with the final team.
– On March 26, 2021 it was announced that his company and NIK’s management didn’t get to an agreement regarding his promotions, so he will stop his activities as a NIK member.
Fumiya
Stage Name: Fumiya (史也)
Birth Name: Miura Fumiya (三浦 史也)
Position: Main Rapper, Main Dancer, Vocalist
Birthday: August 21st, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Height: 170 cm (5’7″)
Weight: 62 kg (136 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Twitter: @fmy_0821
Instagram: @fumiyamiura_0821
Youtube: ふみやまチャンネル(仮)
Fumiya Facts:
– Special Skill: Cleaning, dancing, creating choreography.
– Hobbies: Watching movies, walking, and shopping.
– He was a backup dancer for SHINee, BTS, and more.
– He has also appeared in the Kouhaku Uta Gassen as a backup dancer for Daichi Miura.
– He has a tattoo on his left arm.
– On August 22, 2022 it has been announced that Fumiya left the group, due to his mental and physical health.
– On January 1, 2023 he re-debuted in the duo Re:SNACKS, alongside Shohei Kudo.
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