ZE:A Members Profile: ZE:A Facts, ZE:A Ideal Type
ZE:A (제국의 아이들) consists of 9 members. The band debuted on January 7, 2010, under Star Empire Entertainment. ZE:A members’ contracts with Empire expired in January 2017. Some members have joined different companies. Comments the members would indicate that the group is working individually now, but might get back together in the future. ZE:A didn’t officially disbanded.
ZE:A Fandom Name: ZE:A STYLE (the fans call themselves ZE:A’S)
ZE:A Official Fan color: Pearl Gold
ZE:A Official Accounts:
Twitter: @zea_9
ZE:A Members Profile:
Lee Hoo
Stage Name: Lee Hoo
Former Stage Name: Junyoung
Birth Name: Moon Jun-young (문준영)
Position: Leader, Main Vocalist
Birthday: February 9, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Instagram: @zeafter
Twitter: @ZEA_leader
Lee Hoo facts:
– He was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– He doesn’t have any siblings.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His nickname is “Moon Leader”.
– He was a former Ulzzang.
– His hobbies are playing soccer, playing bowling, watching movies, playing games.
– He’s good at impersonating his boss.
– He is a member of the ZE:A subunit ZE:A 4U, alongside with members Heechul, Kwanghee and Taeheon.
– Lee Hoo’s ideal type: A girl that is good to parents/elderlies, knows how to cook soup cause he can’t have meals without it.
Kevin
Stage Name: Kevin
Birth Name: Kim Ji-yeop (김지엽)
Position: Lead Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Rapper
Birthday: February 23, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Height: 180 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 66 kg (145 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Twitter: @kevinkim88
Instagram: @kevinkim88
Kevin facts:
– Kevin was born in Korea and raised in Sydney, Australia.
– He has a younger sister Michelle.
– Education: Epping Boys High School
– He speaks English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.
– His hobbies are online shopping and playing video games.
– He was a member of the second season of “The Romantic & Idol”.
– He is a member of ZE:A subunit “ZE:A-FIVE” along with members Siwan, Minwoo, Hyungsik and Dongjun.
– He is part of ZA:A subunit “ZE:A J” alongside with members Heechul and Dongjun.
– Kevin became a host on the Australian Popasia radio show called “SBS Popasia!”
– Kevin’s ideal type: A kind-hearted girl.
Kwanghee
Stage Name: Kwanghee
Birth Name: Hwang Kwang-hee (황광희)
Position: Vocalist, Face of the Group
Birthday: August 25, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Twitter: @hwangkwanghee
Instagram: @prince_kwanghee
Kwanghee facts:
– He was born in Paju-gun, Gyeonggi, South Korea.
– He has a younger sister, named Inyoung.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His nickname is “Prince Kwanghee”.
– His hobbies are: following Siwan, playing tennis, going on trips, taking pics, scuba diving, shopping, snowboarding
– He acted in the drama “Vampire Idol” (2011).
– He acted in the drama “To The Beautiful You” (2012) with f(x)’s Sulli and SHINee’s Minho.
– He had small cameo appearances in several dramas like “Detectives in Trouble” (2011), “Standby” (2012), “What Happens to My Family?” (2014).
– During “2011 Environment Day” event in Seoul, he participated in a “clothes layering game” and put on 252 layers of t-shirts, earning him a Guinness World Record for the most T-shirts worn.
– In 2012 he participated in the show “We Got Married”, where he was paired with SECRET’s Sunhwa.
– Since 2015 he became the MC for the show “The best cooking secrets Season”.
– Since 2015 he became a cast member of the show “Infinite Challenge”.
– Since 2016 he became the MC for the show “K-Star Reform Show”.
– He is a member of the ZE:A subunit ZE:A 4U, alongside with members Lee Hoo, Heechul and Taeheon.
– After his contact with Empire Ent. expired, he signed with Bonboo Entertainment.
– He enlisted in March 2017.
– Kwanghee has been the fixed MC of “Weekly Idol” since January 9, 2019.
– Kwanghee’s ideal type: A girl that loves cats.
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Siwan
Stage Name: Siwan
Birth Name: Im Woong-Jae (임웅재), later changed to Im Si-wan (임시완)
Position: Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: December 1, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 51 kg (112 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Instagram: @yim_siwang
Siwan facts:
– He was born in Busan, South Korea.
– Siwan was born as Im Woong-Jae (임웅재), but later legally changed his full name to Im Si-Wan (임시완).
– He has an older sister.
– Education: Busan Gudeok High School; Busan National University; University of East Broadcasting Arts; Woosong Information College
– His nickname is ZE:A’s fashionista.
– He can play the violin and the guitar.
– His hobbies are collecting newspaper scraps, skiing, snowboarding, and shopping.
– He plaid / had appearances in several dramas such as “The Moon Embracing The Sun” (2012), “Man From the Equator” (2012), “Standby” (2012), “Reply 1997” (2012), “Pure Love” (2013), “Triangle” (2014), “Misaeng” (2014), “King Loves” (2017), “Run On” (2021).
– He also acted in several movies “Ronin Pop” (2011), “The Attorney” (2013), “A Melody To Remember” (2016), “One Line” (2016), “Robber” (2017).
– He is a member of ZE:A subunit “ZE:A-FIVE” along with members Kevin, Minwoo, Hyungsik and Dongjun.
– After his contact with Empire Ent. expired, he signed with Plum Ent.
– He enlisted in July 2017.
– Siwan’s ideal type: A girl that shares similar interest as he does.
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Taeheon
Stage Name: Taeheon
Birth Name: Kim Tae-heon (김태헌)
Position: Main Rapper, Vocalist
Birthday: June 18, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 63 kg (138 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Instagram: @th_618
Twitter: @zea_th
Taeheon facts:
– He was born in Busan, South Korea.
– He has an older sister.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His nickname is “Snowflake”.
– His hobbies are watching movies & dramas, listening to music, and exercising.
– He’s good at beatboxing.
– He is a member of the ZE:A subunit ZE:A 4U, alongside members Lee Hoo, Kwanghee, and Heechul.
– Taeheon enlisted on December 7, 2015.
– Taeheon is opening his lamb skewer restaurant, which has been officially registered as a business today (March 17, 2024) (Cr Nugupromo on X)
– Taehun’s ideal type: A girl that looks good in jeans.
Heechul
Stage Name: Heechul
Birth Name: Jung Hee-chul (정희철)
Position: Lead Rapper, Vocalist
Birthday: December 9, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 58 kg (127 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Instagram: @heecheol1209
Twitter: @ZEA7777
Heechul facts:
– He was born in Jeju, South Korea.
– He has two younger brothers: Heejun and Heemang.
– Education: Korea National University of Arts
– His nickname is “Mr. Grumpy”.
– He can play the trumpet.
– His hobbies are watching movies, playing squash, soccer, playing video games.
– He is a member of the ZE:A subunit ZE:A 4U, alongside with members Lee Hoo, Kwanghee and Taeheon.
– He is part of ZA:A subunit “ZE:A J” alongside with members Kevin and Dongjun.
– He enlisted in June 2017.
– Heechul’s ideal type: A sexy and cheerful girl, a girl who wears white clothes on a rainy day.
Minwoo
Stage Name: Minwoo
Real Name: Ha Min-woo (하민우)
Position: Main Dancer, Rapper, Vocalist
Birthday: September 6, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Instagram: @minwoo1482
Twitter: @zea_mw
Minwoo facts:
– He was born in Yangsan, South Korea.
– He has an older sister, Ahra.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His hobbies are shopping, cooking, and listening to music.
– In 2012, Minwoo became part of the Japanese project group 3Peace Lovers alongside two Japanese celebrities, Nikaido Hayato and Sasake Yoshihide.
– He is a member of ZE:A subunit “ZE:A-FIVE” along with members Kevin, Siwan, Hyungsik and Dongjun.
– Minwoo enlisted on September 15, 2015. He was discharged in June 2017.
– Minwoo’s ideal type: A girl that knows how to take care of herself and who has a pretty smile.
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Hyungshik
Stage Name: Hyungshik
Real Name: Park Hyung-sik (박형식)
Position: Main Vocalist, Visual
Birthday: November 16, 1991
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Height: 183 cm (6’0″)
Weight: 65 kg (143 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
Instagram: @phs1116
Twitter: @zea_hyungsik
Hyungshik facts:
– He was born in Yongin, South Korea.
– He has an older brother, Minshik.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His nicknames are: “Baby Soldier”, “Prince”
– His hobbies are fencing, playing games, skiing.
– He was one of the members on the first season of “The Romantic & Idol”, where he paired up with 4Minute’s Jihyun.
– Hyungsik acted in several dramas: “Foolish Mom” (2012), “Sirius” (2013), “The Heirs” (2013), “What Happens to My Family?” (2014), “Persevere, Goo Hae-Ra” (2015), “High Society” (2015), “She Was Pretty” (himself ep 9) “Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth” (2016), “Strong Woman Do Bong-Soon” (2017), “Suits” (2018).
– He is a member of ZE:A subunit “ZE:A-FIVE” along with members Kevin, Siwan, Minwoo and Dongjun.
– On April 12, 2017, Hyungsik officially signed contract with a new agency, United Artists Agency (UAA).
– Hyungsik’s ideal type: Any girl.
Park Hyung-sik Profile
Dongjun
Stage Name: Dongjun
Real Name: Kim Dong-jun (김동준)
Position: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Face of the Group, Maknae
Birthday: February 11, 1992
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 58 kg (127 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Instagram: @super_d.j
Dongjun facts:
– He was born in Busan, South Korea.
– He has an older brother, Donghyeon.
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University
– His nicknames are: Athletic Idol, Sexy Maknae, Ambitious Kim
– His hobbies are playing soccer, gymnastics, exercising.
– Dongjun made several appearances in Let’s Go Dream Team Season 2 as a Dream Team member.
– He won 2 gold medals in the Idol Athletes Chuseok Special on August 27, 2011, in Men’s 100-meter and 110-meter Hurdles against other idols.
– Dongjun acted in several dramas: “Crossing the Youngdo Bridge”, (2011) ” You Who Rolled in Unexpectedly”,” Girl K”, (2011) “The Fugitive of Joseon” (2013), “Couple Clinic: Love and War 2 – Idol Special”, “Aftermath”, “Aftermath 2”, “Climb The Sky Walls”, “Boarding House 24th St.”, “Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho” (2016), “Still Loving You” (2017), “Happy Hostage”, “Black” (2017), “About Time” (2018).
– He also acted in the movies: “Ronin Pop”, “A Company Man”, “Take My Hand”.
– He is a member of ZE:A subunit “ZE:A-FIVE” along with members Kevin, Siwan, Minwoo and Hyungsik.
– He is part of ZA:A subunit “ZE:A J” alongside with members Kevin and Heechul.
– After his contact with Empire Ent. expired, he signed with Gold Moon Entertainment.
– Dongjun’s ideal type: A girl that loves eating Kimchi.
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