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Youngeun

영은 | Seo Young-eun

Meet Seo Youngeun, former Kep1er member!

Youngeun Kep1er Profile

Birthday
Dec 27, 2004
Age
21
Height
159 cm
Nationality
South Korean
Blood type
A
MBTI
INFP
Zodiac
Capricorn
Place of birth
South Korea

About Youngeun

Background

Youngeun (영은), born Seo Youngeun (서영은) on December 27, 2004, is a South Korean singer, dancer and rapper best known as a former member of the K-pop girl group Kep1er (케플러). Born in Seoul and raised in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, Youngeun developed an interest in performing at a young age. Before entering the K-pop industry, she studied different styles of dance, including hip-hop, ballet and traditional Korean dance. She also attended ModernK Music Academy and trained under Biscuit Entertainment. Her dance background helped her develop the versatility that would later distinguish her during idol survival competitions. In 2021, she participated in Mnet's Girls Planet 999, where her powerful introductory performance of NCT 127's "Kick It" immediately attracted attention. Throughout the competition, she demonstrated her ability to sing, rap and dance across different musical concepts, ultimately finishing in fifth place.

Youngeun officially debuted with Kep1er on January 3, 2022, through the mini album FIRST IMPACT and its title track "WA DA DA." During her time with the group, she became recognized for her distinctive vocal tone, energetic dancing, confident rap delivery and playful personality. She participated in Kep1er's Korean and Japanese releases, concerts and promotional activities as the group developed an international following. In July 2025, Youngeun temporarily suspended activities following medical advice to prioritize her health and recovery. On March 6, 2026, WAKEONE and KLAP Entertainment announced that she had concluded her activities with Kep1er, which would continue as a six-member group. Although her departure marked the end of her time with Kep1er, her performances and contributions remain an important part of the group's history.

Fun facts

  • • Youngeun trained in several dance styles before debuting. Her background includes hip-hop, ballet and traditional Korean dance, giving her experience with both powerful and graceful choreography.

    • She attended ModernK Music Academy. The academy helped her develop her skills before she became a professional K-pop performer.

    • She trained under Biscuit Entertainment before Girls Planet 999. The company was associated with her early idol preparation and survival-show participation.

    • Youngeun worked as a backup dancer before becoming an idol. Her pre-debut experience reportedly included performances connected to the girl group DreamNote.

    • She specializes in hip-hop and boy-group choreography. Her ability to perform demanding dance routines became one of her strongest assets during Girls Planet 999.

    • She performed NCT 127's "Kick It" during her Girls Planet 999 audition. The powerful performance immediately established her as a contestant with strong dance abilities.

    • She performed "Kick It" alongside fellow contestant Yoon Jia. Their team was called Hot Sauce, and their performance attracted attention from the show's mentors.

    • Youngeun entered Girls Planet 999 with the K10 ranking. She was initially ranked tenth among the Korean contestants.

    • She rose to sixth place in the mentors' initial Top 9 evaluation. Her performance helped her gain recognition early in the competition.

    • She formed a Girls Planet 999 cell with Xiaoting and Kawaguchi Yurina. The multinational trio became known as the yxy cell.

    • Her cell included contestants from all three national groups. Youngeun represented South Korea, Xiaoting represented China and Yurina represented Japan.

    • She participated in BLACKPINK's "How You Like That" performance. The stage required powerful choreography and coordinated group formations.

    • Youngeun performed 2PM's "My House" during the Combination Mission. The performance allowed her to demonstrate a different musical style from her energetic audition stage.

    • She participated in the original-song performance "U+Me=LOVE." The song was part of the Creation Mission on Girls Planet 999.

    • Her "U+Me=LOVE" team was called 7 LOVE Minutes. The performance highlighted teamwork and the contestants' ability to interpret an original song.

    • She finished fifth in the Girls Planet 999 finale. Her result secured one of the nine positions in Kep1er's original lineup.

    • She received 781,651 points in the finale. Her final score reflected support from viewers participating in the competition's voting system.

    • Youngeun enjoys learning and performing choreography covers. Cover dancing is one of her frequently reported hobbies.

    • She collects perfumes. Her interest in fragrances is one of the personal details included in her pre-debut and idol profiles.

    • She has experience practicing taekwondo. Her athletic background extends beyond dancing.

    • She knows how to play baseball. The sport is among the activities mentioned in her published profiles.

    • She has named BTS as a role model. The group's performances and musical career have been among her reported inspirations.

    • She is a fan of EXO's Baekhyun. Youngeun has expressed appreciation for his solo music.

    • Her representative animal is a fox. She has compared her appearance to a fennec fox, and fans frequently associate her with the fox emoji.

    • She has two older sisters. Youngeun is the youngest of three daughters in her family.

    • She has been associated with the nicknames Desert Fox and Yeo-eun. Both appear in fan profiles documenting her Kep1er activities.

    • Her favorite colors have been reported as burgundy and gray. These preferences appeared in profiles compiled during her idol career.

    • She has two pet dogs. Fan profiles identify them as a Chihuahua and a Maltese.

    • Youngeun temporarily suspended activities in July 2025. Her agencies explained that she needed sufficient time to rest and recover following medical advice.

    • She officially departed Kep1er on March 6, 2026. Her departure ended more than four years of activities associated with the group, beginning with its January 2022 debut.

FAQ

How tall is Youngeun?
Youngeun is 159 cm tall.
How old is Youngeun?
Youngeun is 21 years old.
Where is Youngeun from?
Youngeun is from South Korean.
What group is Youngeun in?
Youngeun is a member of Kep1er.
What is Youngeun's MBTI?
Youngeun's MBTI type is INFP.
What is Youngeun's real name?
Youngeun's birth name is Seo Young-eun.

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