ZEROBASEONE 1st Full Length Album 'Never Say Never'
ZEROBASEONE (abbreviated ZB1) is a project boy group under WakeOne formed through the Korean reality competition show Boys Planet. Following four voting rounds, contestants Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, Park Guwnook and Han Yujin joined the final nine-member lineup.
The name ZEROBASEONE conveys the journey of nine trainees to becoming one starting from zero, as well as the member's determination to maintain their passion and mindset towards performing as if it is their D-1 always.
They debuted on 10 July 2023 with the mini album Youth in the Shade and are set to continue promoting as a group for 2.5 years. Since their debut, they have broken long-standing records in album sales and performed well across music charts - achieving the Rookie Grand Slam in the 2023/4 award season.
Member Profiles below (scroll down the page and click on titles to open).
Birthday: June 13, 2001
Nationality: Korean
From: Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
Languages: Korean; learning Japanese, Chinese & English
Original Company: Studio Gl1de
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Blood Type: O
MBTI: ENFJ
Hobbies: writing, reading and choreography
Tattoos: right arm & collarbone
Representative Animal(s): hamster, cat
Representative Emoji(s): 🐹🐱
Role model: NCT Jaehyun, Yoo Jae-suk
Motto: “All in. I’ll bet my all.”
Individual Fandom: allindan
Boys Planet Rank: P02
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 1 year 8 months
Fun Facts:
His English/baptism name is Antonio.
Worked as a professional dancer and dance teacher, specialising in waacking and tutting. He participated in various competitions and performances, with many pre-debut videos showcasing his skills.
Joined Spella's tutting team BLOESHU after a rigorous application process where he was the only male member for a time. He was also a student of choreographer Bada Lee.
He can be seen in Wanna One‘s “Boomerang” performance at SBS Gayo Daejeon 2018 and BTS’ “Dionysus” performance at MMA 2019.
In 2023 he released his first OST ‘Luv Luv Luv’, a duet with Jo Yuri, for the tvN drama ‘My Lovely Liar’.
He has been hosting Mnet’s weekly music show M Countdown since September 7, 2023. Originally, he was co-hosting with (G)-idle's Miyeon. Following her departure from the role, Hanbin has been MC-ing alongside BOYNEXTDOOR's Jaehyun and RIIZE's Sohee.
Studied at the Department of K-pop Performance at Dong-ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA KPOP) alongside former UNB member Kim Kijoong, AIMERS member Doryun and Produce X 101 contestant Choi Suhwan. Appears in college vlogs and cover performances on Choi Suhwan’s YouTube channel. He majored in Psychology in his 4th and final year at university, taking online classes.
He composed and performed the original song 'Our Light' at his graduation showcase for DIMA.
Him and Matthew trained together under Cube Entertainment and became close friends while living in their dorm.
Hanbin and Matthew got custom-made matching rings together, prior to going on Boys Planet.
Wrote a note to Matthew, which he kept in his wallet, after being cut by Cube expressing his regret about not being able to debut together. He was the one who encouraged Matthew to participate in Boys Planet.
Trained alongside soloist Haneum and Nowadays members.
He is a massive NCTzen and was dubbed The Most Handsome Czennie by NCT's Mark. He has interviewed and filmed challenges with several NCT members.
Used to work at his mother's cafe in Pyeongtaek. He has a barista license.
He also has a driver's license and a scuba diving license.
He can play the piano.
His younger sister is Sung Han Areum (IG: @s1_nelreum) - a member of the Korean National Sports Climbing Team.
His family has two Pomeranian pet dogs, named Bori & Gwansim. IG: @s1_cloudy_inu.
When he was younger he wanted to become a counsellor or an elementary school/kindergarten teacher.
He was the K-group center for 'Here I Am' opening performance on Boys Planet.
He maintained his first place ranking from the start of Boys Planet up until episode 11.
One of four contestants (“Shiny Boys”) featured on promotional content released ahead of the first episode, alongside Matthew & Gyuvin.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @popbinz
Birthday: December 14, 1998
Nationality: Korean
From: Wonju, Kangwon-do, South Korea
Languages: Korean, Japanese; learning Chinese
Original Company: Nest Management
Socials: Instagram
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Blood Type: AB
MBTI: ENFJ
Hobbies: meditating, chatting, cycling
Tattoos: upper ankle
Representative Animal(s): cat, butterfly
Representative Emoji(s): 🐈 (black), 🦋 (blue)
Role model: Park Hyoshin, SHINEE‘s Taemin
Motto: “Will Lead to Greatness.” (this is also his tattoo)
Individual Fandom: woondongie
Boys Planet Rank: P08
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 6 years
Fun Facts:
His English name is James.
Jiwoong attended online university classes and graduated with a Broadcasting major during his time in ZB1.
His childhood dream was to be a singer, though his parents didn't support him initially.
He made his debut as a singer in 2016 as a member of INX under the stage name Jinam. They disbanded at the end of 2017.
He choreographed INX’s debut single 'Alright'.
Former member of pre-debut groups ATEEN and B.I.T, under the name King. He is also a former SM trainee.
He was formerly part of the dance crew Woneight together with fellow B.I.T member Jun, Trigger‘s Museong, Lucente‘s Taejun, N.cus‘ Hojin and 14U‘s Youngsu.
In 2021 he launched his official platform Panic Rose where he displayed and sold his art, and communicated with fans.
He made his acting debut in the 2021 web drama 'The Sweet Blood'. He acted in works such as 'The Recon', 'Pro Teen', 'Don’t Lie, Rahee', 'Kissable Lips', 'Roommates Of Poongduck 304', 'Convenience Store Junkies' and 'The Good Bad Mother'. He has been proud and open about being a BL actor.
He sang the OST for his drama 'Roommates of Poongduck 304', inlduing the songs 'I'll be...' and 'Dream of you' (with co-star Yoon Seobin).
He has acted in several music videos: WA$$UP‘s ‘Shut Up U’, Shin Yongjae‘s ‘So What, If The Flowers Are Pretty’, Lim Hanbyul‘s ‘Beautiful Memories’ and Holland‘s ‘Number Boy’.
He participated in the digital survival show Burn Up (2020) and finished in 1st place. His official debut was cancelled due to COVID-19 but he released a song with fellow winner Minjeong called 'Sick Of Love'.
He was the host of his own variety show 'Boy Detective Kim Jiwoong', from August 30 to November 15 2023.
He has been a special MC for weekly music shows such as Inkigayo.
Worked as a model in Taiwan and China Fashion Week in 2019.
He finished in third place at a national inline skating championship and in fourth place at a national relay championship.
He was a promising go player in Wonju, Gangwon-do.
He cycled from Wonju to Busan and back (i.e. 400km).
In the future, he wants to create a dance training center under his name and hold an exhibition. He has also mentioned he wants to be an entertainment company CEO.
He has many idol friends, such as Yoon Seobin, Holland, BLK‘s Jongin, BOYS24 Hongin and more.
His favorite scents are subtle ones.
He has two brothers and is the middle child.
His family has a dog, named Cream.
Two of his favorite months are December and April. He loves December because of Christmas and his birthday and he loves April because that was when the final stage of BOYS PLANET was held.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, MyDramaList, KProfiles.com, @zhsoftly
Korean Name: Jang Ha Neul (장하늘)
Birthday: July 25, 2000
Nationality: Chinese
From: Nanping, Fujian, China
Languages: Chinese, English, Korean; learning Japanese
Original Company: Yuehua Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Blood Type: A
MBTI: ISFP
Hobbies: food tour, swimming, walking, traveling
Tattoos: none disclosed
Representative Animal(s): red panda
Representative Emoji(s): 🎻/🐼/ 🦝
Role model: GOT7
Motto: -
Individual Fandom: rosin
Boys Planet Rank: P01
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 1 year 3 months
Fun Facts:
He debuted as the center of ZEROBASONE, with one of the benefits being a solo song included in their debut Youth in the Shade album - 'Always'.
He san the OST for the reality show EXchange 3 (i.e. Transit Love 3) - 'I Wanna Know', topping multiple charts internationally and performing a special stage at M Countdown.
The first foreign center of a Mnet survival show.
He was the G Group center for 'Here I Am' opening performance on Boys Planet.
His interest in kpop started in high school when he stumbled upon a choreography video by Lia Kim. He began attending dance classes after school.
He took the Chinese academic college exam at only 16 vs the usual of 18 years old. He was accepted into a top 5 university globally, ranking no. 1 nationally in Geoscience.
However, he decided that was not the path for him and took the yikao (art exam) where he ranked 1st in his entire province and successfully entered Fujian Normal University Music Education Department, majoring with violin.
Zhang Hao has a teacher license. If he didn’t debut as an idol, he would teach violin/music.
In March 2024, he completed his thesis and PE exam.
In June 2024, he graduated from Fujian Normal University with a diploma in Musicology.
He used to perform at weddings (violinist) as a part time job.
Alongside the violin, Hao can also play the piano, viola and cello.
He has been in South Korea since 2021.
He is an only child.
Scared of bugs, loud sounds, ghosts
His loves Soondae soup, kkakdugi, rice, and milk tea
He has poor eyesight, so he usually wears glasses.
He once said in a live he wants to get a treadmill for their dorm to practice singing.
Durian enthusiasts, to the displeasure of his durian hater members.
He says his biggest flaw is not being able to function in the morning.
His family has two dogs named BaoBao and NiuMiu.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, Boys Planet Wiki, @jjanghaoed
Korean Name: Seok Woo Hyun (석우현)
Birthday: May 28, 2002
Nationality: Canadian / Korean Canadian
From: Vancouver, Canada
Languages: English, Korean, French; learning Japanese, Chinese
Original Company: MNH Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Blood Type: B
MBTI: ENFJ
Hobbies: exercising, cycling, playing games, taking a walk, visiting restaurants alone or with friends
Tattoos: right arm, back, left knee, right side ribcage
Representative Animal(s): fox
Representative Emoji(s): 🦊
Role model: SEVENTEEN, NCT’s Mark, Jay Park
Motto: “I will do it without regret.”
Individual Fandom: seokryudan
Boys Planet Rank: P03
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 1 year 6 months
Fun Facts:
His parents are Korean. He has an older sister, named Yaebin who encouraged audiences to vote for him on Boys Planet though TikTok.
His sister is a professional dancer and, together, they have been dancing since a young age. They joined a hip hop dance crew and Matthew has mentioned he has also had some ballet experience.
He can be seen in several pre-debut dance videos, some alongside Hanbin at a Just Jerk class.
He was first scouted by a Korean company at dance class, but initially declined the invitation. When he first went to Korea as a trainee, it was as part of HYBE Japan where the dance teacher that initially recruited him also taught - meeting again by chance.
He was supposed to participate in the program that formed &TEAM but was cut before the show began. He is close with &TEAM's Maki and Nicholas.
He is also a former Cube Entertainment trainee, where he met Hanbin and the two became close while living together. Hanbin was the one who encouraged him to participate in boys planet.
Hanbin and Matthew got custom-made matching rings together, prior to going on Boys Planet.
Matthew kept a note from Hanbin in his wallet that expressed Hanbin's regret at not being able to debut together following being cut from Cube.
He is a massive anime fan, collecting figurines, Pokemon cards, etc. His favourite OST is Howl's Moving Castle which is his mum's favourite movie - his H.M.C. arm tattoo is in honour of that.
He has gotten close to fellow Canadian idols (Canadaz), including The Boyz' Kevin and Jacob, P1Harmony's Keeho. They support each other as foreign idols in the industry.
Studied Health Sciences at university and mentioned he would have become a doctor or chiropractor if he didn't become an idol.
One of four contestants (“Shiny Boys”) featured on promotional content released ahead of the first episode, alongside Hanbin & Gyuvin.
Has developed an interested in art, wanting to give pictures to fans they meet.
He used to do kickboxing and weightlifting. He also mentions many sports he is interested in such as windsurfing, skateboarding, tennis, etc.
He can play the cello, bass and guitar.
He doesn’t like cheese in hamburgers or cheesecakes, but likes it in pasta and pizza. He doesn’t like foods that have a strong presence of it.
His family has two dogs called Teddy and Moongchi.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @myseokryudan
Birthday: July 14, 2002
Nationality: Korean
From: Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
Languages: Korean, English; learning Japanese, Chinese
Original Company: WakeOne Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Blood Type: O
MBTI: ESTJ (previously ENTJ)
Hobbies: playing guitar, going to restaurants, cars, cycling
Tattoos: none disclosed
Representative Animal(s): duck, puppy
Representative Emoji(s): 🐥 / 🦆 / 🐕
Role model: NCT‘s Taeyong and Jisung
Motto: -
Individual Fandom: kkultarae/taeraetubbies
Boys Planet Rank: P06
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 2 years and 1 month
Fun Facts:
Prior to Boys Planet, he was a contestant on the survival show Top 10 Student.
Taerae’s most precious item is his guitar.
He has been interested in music ans singing since he was a child. He went to karaoke often and started playing guitar in the 5th grade. He would sometimes perform for church events.
He joined his high school's band and became their main vocalist. The band often performed at the school festival and events.
During Boys Planet, he would initiate dorm jam sessions while playing his guitar and singing with fellow trainees. This then made it into original ZEROBASEONE content dubbed 'Taerae Show' which features the members casually singing together.
Taerae used to have a YouTube channel called "oilyvoicemusic" where he performed various song covers.
He was a student at Yongin University with a Vocal Major at the Music Department. Though he's currently on leave and he also mentioned that he transferred to Cyber University.
He really likes playing video games, especially “Valorant” and “Battleground”.
He really likes cars and brought plastic car models to his dorm. He also gifted a building car model to Yujin.
He was the class president and was a good student.
He says he would have become an engineer if he wasn't an idol.
He has practiced Taekwondo since 4th grade and has achieved 4th dan black belt.
He has an older sister.
He has a habit of moving his eyebrows when singing.
His favorite foods are sushi, tteokbokki and sweet foods.
He dislikes sour foods.
He enjoys and collects LEGO.
Taerae’s favorite season is winter. He doesn’t like summer, except for his birth month July.
He chose his Italian name to be Santonio.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @taeraezero
Birth Name: Shen Quanrui (沈泉锐)
Korean Name: Shim Cheon Ye (심천예)
Birthday: May 20, 2004
Nationality: Chinese
From: Shanghai, China / Los Angeles, Unites States
Languages: Chinese, English, Korean; learning Japanese
Original Company: Yuehua Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Blood Type: A
MBTI: INTP
Hobbies: delicious food, shopping, producing, basketball, decorating his diary, delivery apps
Tattoos: neck, left side ribcage
Representative Animal(s): cat
Representative Emoji(s): 🐱
Role model: G-Dragon
Motto: -
Individual Fandom: riyangi
Boys Planet Rank: P04
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 2 years 2 months
Fun Facts:
He transferred to an international school in 2nd grade and later moved to the US.
He decided to become an idol after watching G-Dragon’s music video in elementary school. He began to take kpop dance classes in high school.
He joined Yuehua because he was recommended by a friend.
He is interested in producing and has produced songs together with Gyuvin. He said if he can self-produce a song, he’d do an R&B Soul genre.
He was a fine arts student in high school and still has high affinity for art. He is very good at drawing. Also did some rug tufting.
He can play guitar and piano. Recently he has been interested in learning to play electric guitar.
Ricky has the word “Rolemodel” tattooed on his neck. The meaning behind the tattoo is that Ricky wants to become someone’s role model.
Him not knowing, or being interested in knowing, his MBTI was a hot topic among fans, prompting the release of a ZB1_folder MBTI debate episode where he was finally revealed as an INFP.
He was the youngest K-Pop idol from China when he debuted and is currently the second youngest.
Staff at Yuehua gave him the nickname Lovelicky because of his sweet personality.
He has a younger sister.
He has a US driver's license.
He is an avid kdrama fan, saying that he can't eat his food if he isn't watching a drama. He often quotes dramas or shares his recent watches with fans.
He is good at sports, with his favourite being basketball. He has also won a tennis tournament.
He said favourite food is pizza and he buys it everyday on his way to the practice room.
Ricky loves strawberries, including any food and drink that is strawberry flavoured.
He doesn’t like/can't eat spicy food.
He says his specialties are basketball and a good sense.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @sillybabycat, @houruily
Birthday: August 30, 2004
Nationality: Korean
From: Seoul, South Korea
Languages: Korean, English; learning Japanese, Chinese
Original Company: Yuehua Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Blood Type: B
MBTI: ENFP
Hobbies: playing games, eating delicious food
Tattoos: none disclosed
Representative Animal(s): deer
Representative Emoji(s): 🦌
Role model: ATEEZ San and Hongjoong, EXO Kai
Motto: -
Individual Fandom: gyuvinist
Boys Planet Rank: P07
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 3 years 11 months
Fun Facts:
His English name is Kevin.
He has an interest in producing and has produced songs together with Ricky.
One of four contestants (“Shiny Boys”) featured on promotional content released ahead of the first episode, alongside Hanbin & Matthew.
He has been close with TEMPEST‘s Hyuk, Hwarang, and Eunchan since they were young.
He was reportedly scouted by many companies at school, including JYP Entertainment.
He comes from a family of ballerinas, with his mum, grandmother and grandfather having been ballet dancers.
He has 2 younger brothers and a younger sister.
He has an Italian Greyhound dog, named Eumppappa. He named her himself - saying it was the first words he ever said as a baby. Fans speculate that it’s a mix of the word ‘mom’ and ‘dad’ in Korean.
Gyuvin is a very loving person. There is a story that a friend of his blocked his number because he wouldn't stop sending him 'I love you' texts.
His high school friends have shared heart-warming stories of him approaching them first when they were shy, etc.
In a live, he revealed he has a box of Boys Planet memories and fan letters that make him cry.
He went to an international kindergarten which is where he learned how to speak English.
His English name is Kevin.
He is good at many sports, including soccer, basketball, bowling, ice hockey, and more.
He was part of his local soccer team and was sent as a representative for a meeting with the mayor when they won 1st place in a regional championship.
He travelled a lot pre-debut, visiting various destinations, such as Vietnam, Philippines, Rome, etc.
He is obsessed with ice cream and mango, and the ZB1 members often buy them for him or share with him.
He dislikes Hawaiian pizza and mint choco.
When asked about a body part he is confident he said: eyes, nose, mouth, arms and legs.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @amazingyuvin
Birthday: January 10, 2005
Nationality: Korean
From: Osan, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Languages: Korean, English; learning Japanese, Chinese
Original Company: Jellyfish Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Blood Type: O
MBTI: ENTJ
Hobbies: watching soccer, eating chocolate, playing games and walking
Tattoos: none disclosed
Representative Animal(s): puppy, (teddy) bear
Representative Emoji(s): 🐻
Role model: Jay Park
Motto: “I will work hard until I can be proud of the name PARK GUN WOOK.”
Individual Fandom: geonppangdan
Boys Planet Rank: P05
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 2 years 5 months
Fun Facts:
His English name is Brian.
Prior to Boys Planet, he participated in the survival show Wild Idol (2021). He auditioned as a rapper and received a lot of praise for his rap, but was ultimately eliminated in the final episode.
He has self-composed raps and songs - he has played those in a live before.
On Wild Idol, he has said he is interested in R&B and Jazz.
Him and Yujin got individual writing credits on KOMCA for songs performed during Boys Planet. Gunwook's credit is for 'En Garde'.
His dream is to become a successful artist and be able to support talented students and art programmes in Osan, where he is from.
He has an older brother.
He graduated from the Corporate Management Department of Osan Information High School in 2023.
Gunwook's list of school awards and competitions.
He was always either class president or vice class president from elementary school until his high school graduation.
He joined the anti-bullying committee, opened a forum for students to send feedback to the committee, handed out snacks for attending class, umbrella rental, etc.
Gunwook was part of his school's debate team, reaching the Top 3 in a nationals. He's has won many awards from debate competitions.
He has a lot of 'random' knowledge about nature, history, etc. and often shares facts with the members.
He was the captain of his school's football team when they won 1st place in a tournament.
He was the only male student on his school's the dance team but popularised it among others who started joining later.
He had 2 collarbone surgeries due to a break after he fell trying to do cycling tricks when he was younger. He now has a scar.
He has a habit of biting his lips when nervous or concentrating.
He is a big anime fan and especially likes Haikyuu!!, Jujutsu Kaisen and Tokyo Revengers.
His likes Homerun ball, chocolate ice cream, choco milk and grapefruit ade. He dislikes tomatoes.
Most of his favorite foods are chicken dishes. Some of his favorites are stir fried chicken soup, buffalo wings, and steamed chicken. His all time favorite however is dak-bokkeum-tang (braised spicy chicken).
His favourite colour is red.
He is really afraid of pigeons.
His favourite season is winter because of the mood and his birthday.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @Monoghost_H
Birthday: March 20, 2007
Nationality: Korean
From: Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Born in Daegu.
Languages: Korean; learning Japanese, Chinese
Original Company: Yuehua Entertainment
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Blood Type: O
MBTI: INTJ (constantly changing, i.e. ENFP → ENFJ → INFJ → ENTJ → INFJ → ISTJ → INTJ → ISTJ)
Hobbies: dancing, gaming, checking cellphone, playing football, and eating tasty food
Tattoos: none disclosed
Representative Animal(s): rabbit
Representative Emoji(s): 🐰
Role model: Taemin (SHINee), Kai (EXO), Hyunjin (Stray Kids)
Motto:
Individual Fandom: mulbokdan
Boys Planet Rank: P09
Trainee Period (prior to BP): 2 years 3 months
Fun Facts:
His English name is Noah. His baptismal name is Caio/Kaio.
Before becoming an idol, he was seriously training in football. However, due to many injuries he had to give it up and decided to pursue being an kpop instead.
Him and Gunwook got individual writing credits on KOMCA for songs performed during Boys Planet.
He was scouted by SM but declined their invitation initially, when they called him back - he was already a Yuehua trainee.
He is a fixed MC for Inkigayo alongside IVE's Leeseo and actor Moon Sunghyun as of April 2024.
He is currently attending Hanlim Arts High School. He was featured in a promotional video for the school.
He has a younger brother.
He gets his looks from his mother who became a hot topic for her beauty after an appearance in a Boys Planet episode.
He is very athletic. Besides football, he enjoys in sports such as speed skating, boxing, jump rope, taekwondo, basketball, swimming, relay running, surfing, cycling, etc.
He mentioned in ZBTV that if he had continued taekwondo for another month, he could’ve been qualified for teaching.
He is good at drawing.
Like many in ZB1, he is a fan of anime. Some of his favourites are Jujutsu Kaisen and Pokemon.
His family has a dog named Terry, named after 요테리/lillipup from Pokemon.
He really likes cats and dogs (animals generally), often sharing cute videos of them.
He has a habit of sleeping with his eyes open.
He fixates on a food and eats only that for a long time until it changes, e.g. chestnuts, malatang, thangulu, etc.
The members say he is really good at making jjapaguri.
He is a scaredy cat and dislikes horror movies.
He once lost a bet which resulted in a picture of him cross-dressing at a PC cafe gaining traction.
His specialty is his knowledge about motor systems.
Resources used: Kpop Wiki, KProfiles.com, @ppodoliz