2PM Members Profile

2PM Members Profile and Facts:

2PM (투피엠) is a South Korean boy group currently consisting of 6 members: Jun. K, Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Wooyoung, Junho and Chansung. The former leader, Jay Park, left the group in 2010. The JYPE trainees went through a survival show “Hot Blood Men” after which a group of 11 members “One Day” qualified for their debut. Later the group was split into 2PM and 2AM. The group debuted on September 4, 2008 under JYP Entertainment, with the single album “Hottest Time of the Day”.

2PM Official Fandom Name: HOTTEST (핫티스트)
2PM Official Fandom Color: Metallic Grey

2PM Official Logo:

2PM Official SNS:
Website: 2pm.jype.com / (Japan): 2pmjapan.com
Instagram: @real_2pmstagram
Twitter: @follow_2pm / (Japan): @follow_2PMJP
YouTube: 2pm / (Japan): 2PM Japan Official / 2PM (on JYP channel)
Facebook: 2pm.jype

2PM Member Profiles:
Jun.K

Stage Name: Jun. K (준케이)
Birth Name: Kim Min Jun (formerly known as Kim Jun Su) (김민준)
Position: Main Vocalist
Birthday: January 15th, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 68 kg (149 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: ENFJ
Nationality: Korean
Religion: Buddhism
Twitter: @Jun2daKAY
Instagram: @jun2dakay

Jun. K facts:
– He was born in Daegu, South Korea.
– Family: Mother, younger brother (his father passed away in 2012).
– He was born Kim Junsu, but on October 17, 2012, he announced that he would be legally changing his name to Kim Minjun (due to family reasons).
– Jun. K was accepted both into YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment, but he chose JYP.
– Before he debuted, he won several song writing and poem contests.
– In elementary school and high school he had received over 70 awards for essays and book reports.
– His former stage name was Junsu.
– Jun. K speaks Korean, English, and conversational Japanese.
– He was a troublemaker before. He skipped JYP’s rules.
– He‘s friends with G-Dragon and Taeyang of BIGBANG.
– His hobbies are composing songs, fashion, collecting accessories and shoes.
– Jun. K released his first solo single “Alive“ in 2011.
– In 2014, he released his first Japanese solo album “Love & Hate”.
– In July 2016, Jun. K released his 1st Korean album, “Mr. NO♡”.
– He was the 1st 2PM member who composed a title track for 2PM – “Go Crazy” (2014).
– Jun. K also composed the title track “My House” (2015).
– He composed the most songs for JYPE after J. Y. Park.
– He enlisted in the military on May 8, 2018 and got discharged on January 2, 2020.
– Jun. K’s Ideal Type: He said he likes women who work and have a successful career.
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Nichkhun

Stage Name: Nichkhun (닉쿤)
Birth Name: Nichkhun Buck Horvejkul (นิชคุณ หรเวชกุล)
Position: Vocalist, Rapper, Visual
Birthday: June 24th, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Height: 181 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Thai-American
Religion: Buddhism
Twitter: @Khunnie0624
Instagram: @khunsta0624

Nichkhun facts:
– He was born in Rancho Cucamonga, California (his parents being ethnic Chinese, from Bangkok, Thailand).
– Family: Mother, father, an older brother (Nichan), two younger sisters – Nichthima (Yanin) and Nachjaree (Chereen).
– His mother was born in Thailand to immigrant parents from China.
– His father’s mother is from China, wile his paternal grandfather was born in Thailand from Chinese parents.
– Nichkhun comes from a wealthy family, which earned him the nickname “Thai Prince” in South Korea.
– He has dual Thailand / USA citizenship.
– He moved to Thailand from the United States at the age of five, with his family.
– Nichkhun studied at Dhepkanjana School and Tangpiroondham School (Thailand).
– At the age of 12, he went to New Zealand and studied at Wanganui Collegiate School, for a year and a half.
– Then he moved back to the United States to finish his studies at Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
– Nichkhun was scouted by a JYP agent in Hollywood, California while he was attending the Korean Music Festival in Los Angeles.
– After passing the auditions, he began his trainee period in 2006.
– In 2009 he was the subject of enlisting and do his military service for Thailand, but he obtained an exception.
– He can play the piano and the guitar.
– Nichkhun is known for his charms and winks.
– He speaks Thai, English, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, and basic French.
– In 2011, Nichkhun participated in the “We Got Married” show, where he was paired with f(x)’s Victoria.
– Him and SNSD‘s Tiffany dated from 2014 to 2015, but they broke up in 2015.
– Nichkhun released his first solo mini album, “ME” in February 2019.
– Nichkhun’s Ideal Type: “I like women who are good at what they do. It would be great to meet a woman with whom I could share deep thoughts concerning work and the future.”
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Taecyeon

Stage Name: Taecyeon (택연)
Birth Name: Ok Taec Yeon (옥택연)
Position: Main Rapper, Sub-Vocalist, 2nd Visual
Birthday: December 27th, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Height: 185.7 cm (6’1″)
Weight: 76 kg (167 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: ISTJ
Nationality: Korean
Religion: Christianity
Twitter: @taeccool
Instagram: @taecyeonokay

Taecyeon fun facts:
– He was born in Seoul, but later moved to Busan, South Korea.
– Family: Mother, father, an older sister (Jihyen).
– At the age of ten, he migrated together with his family to Bedford, Massachusetts, USA.
– He studied at Bedford High School (while he studied there he was an active member of the Chess Club, Jazz Band, JV Soccer Team and National Honor Society).
– He lived in the USA for 7 years.
– After returning to Korea, he studied at Young Dong High School in Seoul.
– Then he studied Business Administration at Dankook University.
– Taecyeon is currently attending Korea University Graduate School of International Studies.
– He auditioned for JYP Entertainment in New York in order to be a model.
– He speaks English, Korean and Japanese.
– In 2013 Taecyeon joined global “We Got Married” and was paired with Taiwanese actress Emma Wu.
– In 2010 he announced he gave up to his American visa, in order to be able to serve his military duties in Korea.
– He was on JYP‘s “Superstar Survival” along with Chansung and Junho, but was the first to leave.
– He received a bloody letter from a fan who is crazy about him.
– Even if he’s considered a “beast idol”, when behind the scenes he often shows a lot of aegyo.
– In January, 2017, Taecyeon released his 1st solo album.
– He also held his 1st solo concert, ‘Taecyeon (From 2PM) Premium Concert’ at the Tokyo Dome City Hall, in Japan on January 2 and the 3rd.
– Taecyeon composed the title track “Promise (I’ll be)” for 2PM’s latest album, “Gentleman’s Game”.
– Taecyeon enlisted in the army on September 4, 2017 and got discharged on May 16, 2019.
– On 25 July 2018, it was announced that Taecyeon didn’t renew his contract with JYP Ent, and signed with 51K. However, it was announced that he may still continue his activities as a 2PM member.
– On June 23, 2020, 51K confirmed that Taecyeon is in a relationship with a non-celebrity.
– Taecyeon’s Ideal Type: “I used to like cute and short girls, but as I grew older I decided to open up my heart. Now, forgetting the ideal, I like everyone!”
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Wooyoung

Stage Name: Wooyoung (우영)
Birth Name: Jang Woo Young (장우영)
Position: Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist
Birthday: April 30th, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 65 kg (143 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: ESFP
Nationality: Korean
Religion: Buddhism
Twitter: @0430yes
Instagram: @0430_live_boy

Wooyoung facts:
– He was born in Busan, South Korea.
– Family: Mother, father, elder sister (named Junhwa).
– He was selected as a JYP trainee after he won the audition against 5,000 other candidates.
– His dad was initially against his dream of becoming a singer, but now he encourages his son and often sends letters to Wooyoung.
– During 2PM‘s Hands Up Asia Tour, Junho and Wooyoung performed together a song that Junho wrote, while Wooyoung choreographed and designed their outfits.
– Wooyoung was the first 2PM member to release a single album – “23, Male, Single” (July 2012).
– In 2015 he made his solo debut in Japan, with the single “R.O.S.E.
– Then he had a tour of solo concerts in Tokyo, Osaka, and Aichi.
– Wooyoung studied in Seoul School for Arts. He is a dance major.
– He acted in “Dream High” where he had one of the lead roles as Jason (a Korean – American).
– During the filming he received help with English from his bandmates Nichkhun and Taecyeon.
– Wooyoung said that he had an “Artist Syndrome”, however he said that it is cured. (KBS Radio Star ep 553)
– In 2011 he had a cameo appearance in the KBS Drama Special “Human Casino”.
– In July 2011, he trained actress Kim Gyu-ri for her performance on MBC’s Dancing With the Stars.
– He was the MC for the music show Inkigayo from July 2009 to July 2010, alongside with Taecyeon.
– In 2014, he participated in the “We Got Married” show, were he was paired up with actress Park Se Young.
– Along with Taecyeon, he modeled for different clothing brands such as Evisu or Reebok’s Classic Campaign.
– In 2014 he was assigned as the new face of Recipe Cosmetics.
– Wooyoung enlisted in the military on July 9, 2018 and got discharged on February 25, 2020.
– He was part of the project group, Unbalance.
– Wooyoung’s Ideal Type: “My ideal type is a person I can communicate with well“.
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Junho

Stage Name: Junho (준호)
Birth Name: Lee Jun Ho (이준호)
Position: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer
Birthday: January 25th, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 67 kg (147 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Korean
Religion: Christianity
Twitter: @dlwnsghek
Instagram: @le2jh

Junho facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea, later his family moved to Ilsan.
– Family: Mother, father, older sister.
– He won JYP‘s “Superstar Survival” placing first out out 6,000 contestants (The same program Taecyeon and Chansung were in).
– He owns 6 cats: Johnny, Wollie and others.
– According to fans, he looks like Rain.
– His cousin is a pitcher for the Doosan Bears.
– He speaks Korean and Japanese, and a bit of English.
– In 2010, he was part of the cast of the show “Let’s Go, Dream Team” Season 2.
– In July 2013 he released his first solo mini album, “Kimi no Koe”.
– Then he started his first solo tour, which ended in Tokyo, on August 29, 2013.
– He is an animal rights activist.
– He enlisted on May 30, 2019 and got discharged on March 20, 2021.
– Junho is the first idol-actor who won the prestigious best actor award at The Baeksang Arts Awards (2022).
– Junho’s Ideal Type: “A woman with who I can talk to easily and communicate with well.”
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Chansung

Stage Name: Chansung (찬성)
Birth Name: Hwang Chan Sung (황찬성)
Position: Lead Rapper, Vocalist, Maknae
Birthday: February 11th, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Height: 184 cm (6’0″)
Weight: 75 kg (165 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: ENFP
Nationality: Korean
Religion: Buddhism
Twitter: @2PMagreement211
Instagram: @hwang_chan222

Chansung facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– Chansung studied at Korean Art High School and Howon University.
–He speaks Korean, intermediate Japanese, and basic English.
– He knows martial arts such as Taekwondo and Kumdo.
– Participated on JYP‘s “Superstar Survival” along with Taecyeon and Junho, but didn’t win
– He acted in label mate Joo‘s MV for “Bad Guy“.
– He has achieved high levels in Taekwondo and Kumdo.
– Chansung prefers to sleep on the floor (as well as Wooyoung).
– He has a cat named Jeonggam.
– On June 11, 2019 Chansung enlisted in the military and got discharged on January 5, 2021.
– On December 15, 2021 Chansung announced marriage and fiancée’s pregnancy + to leave JYP Entertainment in January 2022.
– Chansung’s Ideal Type: “I don’t care about age although there are a lot of older women who treat me as a younger brother. Women who carry their own style are charming.”
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Former Member:
Jaebeom

Stage Name: Jaebeom, later known by the stage name Jay Park
Birth Name: Park Jae Beom (박재범)
Position: Leader, Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Rapper
Birthday: April 25th, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 171 cm (5’7″)
Weight: 67 kg (147 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: ENFP
Nationality: Korean-American
Twitter: @JAYBUMAOM
Instagram: @moresojupleas

Jaebeom / Jay Park Facts:
– He was born in Edmonds, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area, United States.
– Education: Dankook University.
– In 2004 he became a trainee for JYP Entertainment.
– On September 4, 2009, after a huge scandal caused by a series of comments found on Jay Park’s Myspace account (from 2005) in which he was criticizing Korea, Jay returned to Seattle.
– Jay Park officially left 2PM in early 2010.
– In July 2010, he released his first EP, “Count on Me”. His song debuted as number 1 on the Gaon chart.
– In July 2010, he returned to South Korea and signed a contract with the Korean agency SidusHQ.
– He’s currently a soloist under the stage name Jay Park under MORE VISION.
– On December 31, 2021, Jay announced that he has stepped down as CEO of AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC. (Tweet)
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