KickFlip

KickFlip is JYP Entertainment's first Korean boy group to debut after Stray Kids. Stray Kids debuted in 2018, meaning JYP waited nearly seven years before launching another Korean boy group.

• The group officially has seven members. Its lineup consists of Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju and Donghyeon.

• KickFlip's name comes from a skateboarding trick. The move involves flipping a skateboard beneath the rider's feet and inspired the group's energetic, convention-breaking identity.

• Four members were introduced through the survival show LOUD. Kyehoon, Amaru, Keiju and Donghyeon participated in the 2021 competition before debuting together in 2025.

• Three members were not on LOUD. Donghwa, Juwang and Minje joined the final lineup after developing their skills through JYP Entertainment's regular trainee system.

• KickFlip's debut was delayed for more than three years after LOUD. Although JYP's team was selected in 2021, the group did not officially debut until January 2025.

• Kyehoon trained for approximately nine years before debuting. He entered JYP Entertainment in 2016, making him the group's longest-serving trainee.

• Kyehoon was already a JYP trainee before Stray Kids debuted. His long training period allowed him to experience the company's development of several generations of artists.

• Amaru trained under YG Entertainment before joining JYP. His earlier training connected him to future TREASURE members, including Asahi and Haruto.

• Amaru grew up listening to 2PM because of his mother. His eventual decision to join JYP Entertainment brought him to the same company as the group that helped inspire his interest in K-pop.

• Keiju appeared on Stage K before competing on LOUD. He participated in the 2019 program as a young Japanese K-pop fan performing choreography associated with iKON.

• Donghyeon was a competitive ice hockey player. Before becoming an idol, he played for the Daegu Sky Eagles and reportedly wore jersey number 99.

• Donghyeon's interest in K-pop developed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Interruptions to his hockey activities gave him time to explore singing and dancing.

• Donghwa trained for approximately seven years. He joined JYP Entertainment in 2018, long before most listeners knew he would become a KickFlip member.

• Donghwa is especially interested in vintage fashion. Collecting and styling older clothing is one of his officially listed hobbies.

• Juwang developed his singing skills before becoming a JYP trainee. He attended a practical music academy and reportedly auditioned with Yoon Jongshin's emotional ballad "Uphill Road."

• Juwang is also skilled at tumbling. His athletic abilities complement the demanding choreography and physical performances associated with K-pop.

• Minje is known for his deep voice and tall stature. These characteristics help distinguish him visually and vocally within the group's lineup.

• Minje and Juwang were born only ten days apart. Juwang was born May 2, 2006, while Minje was born May 12, 2006.

• Four KickFlip members were born in 2006. Donghwa, Juwang, Minje and Keiju belong to the same birth year, giving the group a particularly large 2006-born line.

• KickFlip has two Japanese members. Amaru is from Saitama Prefecture, while Keiju is from Tokyo.

• Amaru helped Keiju improve his Korean. Their shared Japanese background allowed Amaru to support Keiju as they adjusted to training and working in South Korea.

• The group's oldest member is also its leader. Kyehoon was born in September 2004 and leads the six younger members.

• Donghyeon is the group's only member born in 2007. As the maknae, he is younger than every other KickFlip member.

• KickFlip's official greeting is "Flip It! Kick It! Hello, we are KickFlip!" The introduction directly incorporates the group's name and energetic branding.

• The group released music before its official debut. "Umm Great" arrived on January 6, 2025, two weeks before the debut mini album.

• "Mama Said" was KickFlip's official debut title track. Its message about questioning expectations helped introduce the group's rebellious concept.

• KickFlip's fandom name is WeFlip. Announced in May 2025, the name emphasizes the connection between the members and their supporters.

• Their second mini album arrived only four months after debut. Kick Out, Flip Now! was released in May 2025 with "FREEZE" as its title track.

• KickFlip performed at Lollapalooza in 2025. The appearance gave the rookie group an opportunity to perform for a major international festival audience during its debut year.

• Their third mini album introduced a more emotional musical direction. My First Flip included "Band-Aid" and "My First Love Song," highlighting the group's growing interest in melodic pop-rock.

• KickFlip earned its first music-show victory on October 1, 2025. "My First Love Song" won first place on Show Champion less than nine months after debut.

• The group earned its first public broadcast music-show win two days later. "My First Love Song" topped Music Bank on October 3, 2025.

• Amaru began a hiatus in September 2025. JYP Entertainment announced that he would temporarily suspend activities to focus on his health.

• KickFlip has continued releasing music with six active members. Despite Amaru's absence, he remains an official member of the seven-member group.

• The group celebrated its first anniversary with a fan-focused release. From KickFlip, To WeFlip arrived on January 20, 2026, exactly one year after their debut.

• KickFlip held its first fan concert series in 2026. The From KickFlip, To WeFlip events gave the members opportunities to meet fans in multiple South Korean cities.

• Their fourth mini album explored the transition into adulthood. Released in April 2026, My First Kick included songs about first love, growing older and navigating uncertainty.

• "Twenty" became an important song in their 2026 releases. Its theme of leaving teenage years behind was especially fitting for a group whose members were approaching or entering their twenties.

• KickFlip's music has gradually moved beyond its original rebellious concept. Their releases now include emotionally direct pop-rock, fan songs and tracks exploring the difficulties of growing up.

• Several members contribute to songwriting and composition. Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Minje and Donghyeon have demonstrated an interest in creating music, while individual credits vary by release.

• The group's October 2026 release featured two title tracks. KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1 included both "Puzzle Piece" and "Kick Off The Wall (Feat. iann dior)."

• KickFlip collaborated with American artist iann dior in 2026. The collaboration expanded the group's musical connections beyond the Korean entertainment industry.

• Kyehoon participated in writing "Puzzle Piece." The song explores uncertainty and searching for answers, reflecting the group's increasingly personal musical themes.

• Kyehoon and Donghwa participated in creating "Kick Off The Wall." Their contributions demonstrated the members' growing involvement in the creative process.

• KickFlip's first two years included five mini albums. From January 2025 through October 2026, the group maintained a frequent release schedule while exploring different musical styles.

• The group's identity connects skateboarding imagery with the challenges of growing up. Their music uses the idea of taking risks, falling, recovering and moving forward as a recurring metaphor for youth.