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Ju Haknyeon
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Discover Ju Haknyeon's profile, age, birthday, height, blood type, MBTI, nationality, career journey, and fun facts. Learn about the former THE BOYZ member, his Produce 101 Season 2 journey, acting career, and life after leaving the group.
Background
Ju Haknyeon was born on March 9, 1999, in Jeju, South Korea. He comes from a multicultural family, with a Korean father and a Hong Kong Chinese mother, and spent part of his childhood living in Hong Kong. Before debuting as an idol, he gained national attention by competing on Produce 101 Season 2, where his cheerful personality and strong dance skills helped him build an early fanbase. Shortly afterward, he was introduced as one of the first three members of THE BOYZ alongside Hyunjae and Sunwoo.
Haknyeon officially debuted with THE BOYZ on December 6, 2017, serving as a lead dancer, sub vocalist, and sub rapper. During his years with the group, he expanded into acting, making his acting debut in a 2022 horror anthology series. In 2025, health concerns related to disc stenosis forced him to step back from promotions, including the group's comeback and concerts. His departure from THE BOYZ was later announced on June 18, 2025, bringing an end to nearly eight years with the group.
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FAQ
- How tall is Ju Haknyeon?
- Ju Haknyeon is 175 cm tall.
- How old is Ju Haknyeon?
- Ju Haknyeon is 27 years old.
- Where is Ju Haknyeon from?
- Ju Haknyeon is from South Korean.
- What group is Ju Haknyeon in?
- Ju Haknyeon is a member of THE BOYZ.
- What is Ju Haknyeon's MBTI?
- Ju Haknyeon's MBTI type is ENTJ-T.
Fun facts
- Ju Haknyeon was born on March 9, 1999, in Jeju, South Korea, where he would later begin the journey that led him to become one of THE BOYZ's earliest members. Source: KProfiles
- Haknyeon comes from a multicultural family. His mother is Hong Kong Chinese and his father is Korean, and he even spent part of his childhood living in Hong Kong before returning to Korea. Source: KProfiles
- In addition to his Korean name, Haknyeon's Chinese name is Zhou He-nian (周鹤年), while his English name is Brian Ju, reflecting his multicultural background. Source: KProfiles
- Before debuting with THE BOYZ, Haknyeon became known to K-pop fans through Produce 101 Season 2. Although he didn't make the final debut lineup, the show introduced him to a large audience and helped establish an early fanbase. Source: Grokipedia
- Haknyeon was one of the first three members ever introduced as part of THE BOYZ. On July 18, 2017, he was revealed alongside Hyunjae and Sunwoo, giving fans one of their first looks at the future group. Source: THE BOYZ Wiki (Fandom)
- In 2022, Haknyeon expanded beyond music by making his acting debut in a horror anthology series, adding actor to his growing list of accomplishments. Source: Grokipedia
- During 2025, Haknyeon stepped away from all group activities—including comeback promotions and concerts—after being diagnosed with disc stenosis, prioritizing treatment and recovery. Source: THE BOYZ Wiki (Fandom)
- On June 18, 2025, IST Entertainment announced Haknyeon's departure from THE BOYZ. Days earlier, the agency had cited personal reasons for his hiatus before later stating that his activities had been suspended while facts surrounding his private life were being verified. Source: THE BOYZ Wiki (Fandom)
- For many years, Haknyeon shared a dorm room with fellow member Hyunjae, and the two developed one of the group's longest-running roommate friendships. Source: KpopSingers
- Haknyeon was widely recognized as one of THE BOYZ's strongest dancers. Alongside Q, Juyeon, Eric, and Hyunjae, he was frequently included whenever fans discussed the group's top dance line. Source: Hallyu Idol
- Before THE BOYZ officially debuted, Haknyeon appeared in Melody Day's music video "You Seem Busy" alongside future members Hyunjae, Sangyeon, and Juyeon. Source: KpopSingers
- Haknyeon stands 175 cm (5'9") tall, has blood type B, and his MBTI personality type is ENTJ-T. Source: KProfiles
- Thanks to his appearance on Produce 101 Season 2, Haknyeon entered THE BOYZ with an established fanbase, making him one of the group's most recognizable faces even before their official debut. Source: Grokipedia
- Throughout his time in THE BOYZ, Haknyeon balanced dancing, singing, rapping, and eventually acting, steadily expanding his experience as an entertainer. Source: KProfiles, Grokipedia
- Haknyeon's story with THE BOYZ spans nearly eight years—from being one of the very first members introduced to fans in 2017 to his departure in 2025. His journey remains an important part of the group's history and early success. Source: THE BOYZ Wiki (Fandom), KProfiles
Why Fans Love Ju Haknyeon
Haknyeon quickly became one of THE BOYZ's most recognizable members thanks to his warm personality and approachable charm. Many fans first discovered him through Produce 101 Season 2, and they continued supporting him as he grew from a trainee into a confident performer. His multicultural background and ability to connect with fans from different countries also made him especially popular internationally.
As a performer, Haknyeon earned praise for his dancing, expressive stage presence, and willingness to take on new challenges, including acting. Even after stepping away from group activities because of health issues, fans continued to support his recovery and appreciated the dedication he showed throughout his years with THE BOYZ.