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Jini

지니

Member of NMIXX

Under JYP Entertainment

VocalistRapper

Jini NMIXX Profile

Birth name
Choi Yun Jin
Birthday
April 16, 2004
Place of birth
Busan, South Korea
Height
165 cm
Age
22
Zodiac
Aries
Nationality
South Korean
MBTI
INFP
Blood type
A

About

Short bio

Discover everything about JINI including her age, birthday, height, former NMIXX activities, solo debut, acting career, and journey from JYP trainee to independent artist.

Background

Born on April 16, 2004, in Busan, South Korea, JINI discovered her love for performing at a young age after watching performances by KARA on television. Captivated by the group's stage presence and charisma, she decided she wanted to become an idol herself. Her interest in dance grew even further after accompanying her cousin to a dance academy, where she quickly fell in love with performing.

She eventually caught the attention of JYP Entertainment during an open audition held at her dance academy, performing NoNoNo by Apink along with a jazz dance routine. After joining JYP in 2016, she trained for six years before debuting as one of the founding members of NMIXX in 2022. Following her departure from the group later that same year, she signed with ATOC and reintroduced herself as JINI, beginning a new chapter as a solo artist and actress.

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FAQ

How tall is Jini?
Jini is 165 cm tall.
How old is Jini?
Jini is 22 years old.
Where is Jini from?
Jini is from South Korean.
What group is Jini in?
Jini is a member of NMIXX.
What is Jini's MBTI?
Jini's MBTI type is INFP.
What is Jini's position?
Jini's position is Vocalist, Rapper.
What is Jini's real name?
Jini's birth name is Choi Yun Jin.

Fun facts

    • JINI's dream of becoming an idol began after watching KARA perform on television as a child. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • She later said she was mesmerized by how beautiful and talented the members looked on stage. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • Her interest in dance started because her cousin enrolled in a dance academy and she decided to join as well. Source: Kpop Singers



    • JYP Entertainment discovered her during an open audition held at her dance academy. Source: Kpop Singers



    • For the audition, she performed Apink's "NoNoNo" and a jazz dance routine. Source: Kpop Singers



    • She officially joined JYP Entertainment in 2016 and trained for approximately six years. Source: KProfiles



    • During her trainee years, she shared a room with ITZY leader Yeji. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • Their friendship reportedly remained close even after both artists debuted. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • In 2019, she appeared in Nichkhun's "Lucky Charm" music video while still a trainee. Source: Wikipedia



    • JINI was one of the first three NMIXX members introduced to the public. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • She appeared alongside Jiwoo and Kyujin in the August 2021 dance performance video that introduced NMIXX to fans. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • Just days before her departure announcement, she told fans on Bubble that she was excited for the group's upcoming comeback. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • She also expressed her wish to continue making memories with NSWER, making the eventual news especially shocking to fans. Source: NMIXX Wiki



    • On December 9, 2022, JYP Entertainment announced her departure from NMIXX and the company due to personal reasons. Source: KProfiles



    • The announcement came less than a year after NMIXX's debut and quickly became one of the biggest K-pop news stories of the year. Source: Entertainment media coverage.



    • Following her departure, she signed with UAP, which later rebranded as ATOC. Source: KProfiles



    • She adopted the updated stage name "JINI" to symbolize a new beginning as an artist. Source: KProfiles



    • JINI officially debuted as a soloist on October 11, 2023. Source: Wikipedia



    • Her debut EP, "An Iron Hand in a Velvet Glove," explored themes of strength, identity, and independence. Source: Wikipedia



    • In 2025, she expanded into acting with her film debut in "Boy." Source: Wikipedia



    • The same year, she landed her first leading role in the horror short-form series "Demon's Profile Picture." Source: Wikipedia



    • JINI still retains a noticeable Busan accent that fans often find charming. Source: Kpop Singers



    • Her representative number is 16 because both her birthday and the year she joined JYP share the number. Source: Kpop Singers



    • She once described music as the greatest form of communication, a quote many fans continue to associate closely with her career journey. Source: Kpop Singers

Why Fans Love Jini

Fans often describe JINI as a performer who naturally commands attention on stage. Her sharp dance lines, expressive facial expressions, and charismatic presence quickly made her one of NMIXX's standout performers during the group's early months. Even during pre-debut videos, many viewers identified her as someone with exceptional star quality.

Another reason fans connect with her is her resilience. Her unexpected departure from NMIXX was one of the most surprising moments in fourth-generation K-pop, yet she chose to continue pursuing music and eventually returned as a solo artist under a new name. Many fans admire the determination it took to rebuild her career and establish a new artistic identity.

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