Who’s who in KickFlip, JYP Entertainment’s new boy group?

K-pop is about to gain a new sensation: KickFlip, the long-awaited boy group from JYP Entertainment, which will finally make its debut on January 20th. With the debut approaching, fans can already feel the anticipation, especially after the release of the pre-single MV for the track “Umm Great”, released on January 5th.

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Before checking out the group’s official debut, meet the seven members of Kickflip, made up of four finalist members of the reality show LOUD, a partnership between PSY and JY Parkand three new members.

Kyehoon

Born on September 16, 2004, in Jeju Island, South Korea, Lee Kyehoon he later moved to Seoul, where he began his artistic training. He is an alumnus of Def Dance Academy, and attended renowned institutions such as KwangYoung High School and Hanlim School of Arts.

The future idol joined JYP Entertainment in 2015 after passing the company’s auditions, and in 2016, he won 1st place in an open audition. During his time as a trainee, he trained alongside prominent artists, including members of Stray Kids, BOY STORY and ITZY.

As one of the finalists of the “LOUD” program, Kyehoon stood out for its versatility. He is a vocalist, rapper, composer and lyricist. His specialties include dance, music composition and sports such as taekwondo and swimming. Thanks to his experience and skills, he is considered a possible leader of the new group.

Amaru

Born October 21, 2005 in Saitama, Japan, Mitsuyuki Amaru brings to the group a set of skills shaped by his experience as a trainee in major K-pop companies. Before joining JYP Entertainment, the singer trained at YG Entertainment, where he had the opportunity to develop his talent alongside members of the group TREASURE, such as Asahi, Haruto and Mashiho. His career gained prominence on the reality show LOUD, where he reached the final, demonstrating great skill as a vocalist, rapper and composer.

In addition to his musical capabilities, Amaru He is known for his prowess in sports such as athletics and football. He also cultivates hobbies such as playing baseball, watching anime and following the routines of professional baseball players, which reflects his discipline. To deal with stress, the future idol maintains the habit of writing down the reasons that worry him in a notebook, showing emotional maturity.

Donghwa

Lee Donghwaborn on March 11, 2006 in Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea, brings a combination of artistic talent and interest in fashion to the boy group. A student at the prestigious Hanlim School of Arts, the future idol began his career at JYP Entertainment in 2018, when he passed the company’s auditions. Over the course of seven years as a trainee, he not only refined his skills as a dancer and lyricist, but also renewed his contract with the company twice.

Outside of music, Donghwa He is a skateboarding and vintage clothing enthusiast, showing a creative eye that is also reflected in his art. As a Mainvocal Academy alumnus, he has a solid vocal foundation, complementing his skills as a performer. With a particular interest in fashion, he embodies a unique sense of style.

Juwang

Jang Juwang was born on May 2, 2006, in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea, and grew up in a large family, alongside his parents, an older brother and a younger sister. He studied at Hanlim School of Arts, where he began to explore his passion for music and developed skills that led him to join KickFlip. His musical training was enriched at the Soul Tree Practical Music Academy, where he improved his vocal technique.

The singer is known for his vibrant energy and physical fitness, excelling in acrobatics and athletics, as well as hobbies such as cooking and fitness.

Minje

Choi Minje was born on May 12, 2006, in Seoul, South Korea, but grew up in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do. He is known for his vibrant personality and possessing many skills, which include skipping ropes with precision, calligraphy, and fluency in English. From an early age, the singer demonstrated an interest in the arts, studying at renowned institutions such as the Hanlim School of Arts, where he took the first steps in his artistic training.

Before integrating KickFlip, Minje He was a student at the prestigious WithBill Dance Studio, where he perfected his dance techniques. He joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee in August 2021, quickly rising to prominence for his dedication. Passionate about basketball and cinema, he combines sporting interests with an artistic sensitivity. Minje also maintains a close friendship with Woonhakmember of BOYNEXTDOOR.

Keiju

Born on October 4, 2006, in Tokyo, Japan, Okamoto Keiju He grew up as the youngest in his family, demonstrating natural dancing and performance skills from an early age. Keiju gained visibility by participating in the reality show LOUD and also by appearing on the JTBC program “Stage K”, during the episode dedicated to iKON.

Trained to be a complete performer, Keiju excels in dancing, cooking and even bowling. He is bilingual, speaking Japanese and Korean fluently, something that was made easier by the help of Amaruanother member of the group.

Keiju He is also known for his fun and sensitive personality, having habits such as taking walks and sleeping to relieve stress. With a natural talent for connecting with audiences, he promises to be one of the group’s most captivating members.

Donghyeon

Lee Donghyeonborn on March 13, 2007, in Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea, is the youngest member of KickFlip. From an early age, he excelled as an athlete, playing ice hockey for the Daegu Sky Eagles, where he wore the number 99. His discipline in sport was reflected in other areas of his life, including his role as class president for two years in high school. average.

Donghyeon participated in the LOUD program, where he demonstrated his ability as a singer, composer and dancer. He is a complete artist, specializing in composing music, writing lyrics and even poems. The group’s maknae has a lot of maturity and usually expresses it in his devotion to music and his ability to relieve stress by singing.

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