Profile and Interesting Facts of 9 FROMIS_9 Members, a Girl Group from IDOL SCHOOL

Kapanlagi.com - Fromis_9 or From Idol School is a girl group formed by CJ E&M through the survival program IDOL SCHOOL on Mnet in 2017, under Stone Music Entertainment. They debuted on January 24, 2018, with a mini album titled To. Heart. Before their debut, they released a song called Glass Shoes on November 30, 2017, and performed at the MAMA or Mnet Asian Music Awards.

Despite being formed through a survival program, Fromis_9 debuted as a permanent group. The members are Saerom, Hayoung, Gyuri, Jiwon, Jisun, Seoyeon, Chaeyoung, Nagyung, and Jiheon. On September 21, 2018, it was announced that fromis_9 would be managed by a new label, Off the Record.

Here are the profiles of the members:

1. Saerom

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The first profile is from Saerom. The leader of fromis_9 was born in Suwon, South Korea on January 7, 1997. Her positions in the group are lead dancer, vocalist, rapper, and visual. She ranked 3rd in the survival show IDOL SCHOOL and successfully debuted as a member of fromis_9. Previously, Saerom participated in the variety show STAR KING in 2014 and DANCING9 in 2015.

This idol, who has good fashion sense, used to be a model. She is nicknamed 'Visual Saerom' because of her beautiful face. This Lee family member has also appeared in several dramas, including AD GENIUS LEE TA-BAEK, MASTER OF STUDY, and SCHOOL 2013. She has won a gold medal in a jump rope competition. Her life motto is 'Happiness is a habit. Carry it with your body'.

2. Hayoung

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Next is the profile of Hayoung. Her full name is Song Hayoung, a member of fromis_9 who was born on September 29, 1997. She is responsible as the main vocalist and main dancer in the group. During the broadcast of IDOL SCHOOL, she never ranked outside the top 9. At the end of the show, she successfully debuted by ranking 2nd.

Hayoung had a nickname when she was a child, which was 'Song A Ji' or puppy. Meanwhile, during the IDOL SCHOOL show, she was called 'Mal Babo' because she couldn't speak properly. This flexible-bodied person also has a yoga instructor certificate. She, who has blood type A and likes acoustic music, also has a skill in songwriting. She even wrote a song when she was 9 years old. She said that she wanted to develop her talent in singing and songwriting.

Next is the profile of Hayoung. Her full name is Song Hayoung, a member of fromis_9 who was born on September 29, 1997. She is responsible as the main vocalist and main dancer in the group. During the broadcast of Idol School, she never ranked outside the top 9. At the end of the show, she successfully debuted by ranking 2nd.
Hayoung had a nickname when she was a child, which was Song A Ji or puppy, while in Idol School she was called Mal Babo because she couldn't speak properly. This flexible-bodied person also has a yoga instructor certificate. Hayoung, who likes acoustic music, also has a skill in songwriting. He even wrote a song when he was 9 years old. He said that he wanted to develop his talent in singing and songwriting.

3. Gyuri

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Next is Jang Gyuri. Born on September 27, 1997 in Yeosu, South Korea. Gyuri is part of the 'Unnies Line' along with Saerom and Hayoung. Her position in the group is lead vocalist. During the final of the survival show IDOL SCHOOL, she ranked 9th and successfully debuted as a member of fromis_9.

Her father is a soldier, so she really wants to participate in the program REAL MEN, because she is confident with her family background. She studied in Richmond, Virginia, United States for a year. Gyuri and Saerom are the most fluent in English among the members of fromis_9. This idol, who is nicknamed 'Puppy Smile', likes singers Paul Kim, Kim Kwang Seok, and Kim Gun Mo.

4. Jiwon

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Park Jiwon or often called Jiwon was born in Busan, South Korea on March 20, 1998. Her position in the group is the main vocalist. In the final episode of IDOL SCHOOL, Jiwon successfully ranked 6th, which led to her debut with fromis_9.

Jiwon was a former trainee of JYP Entertainment, she joined in 2012. She also participated in the JYP survival show SIXTEEN, and after the show ended, Jiwon left JYP agency. This idol, who enjoys shopping and listening to music, chooses Rihanna and Ariana Grande as her favorite singers. As a person with blood type A, she believes her charm lies in her dimples. Her life motto is 'Have courage and be kind'.

5. Jisun

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Born with the real name Roh Jisun, center of fromis_9 was born on November 23, 1998 in Seoul, South Korea. Besides being the center, her position in the group is the lead dancer and vocalist. Jisun achieved first place in the show IDOL SCHOOL with a total of 71,834 votes.

Previously, she was a former trainee from Music Works. This idol who likes to consume red bean tea enjoys listening to the radio and watching movies. She likes to hear and see different people's stories. The members of fromis_9 consider Jisun as the mother figure in the group because of her delicious cooking. Her life motto is 'Not regarding anything when looking back, let's live the day!'.

6. Seoyeon

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Next is Seoyeon. Member of fromis_9 with the full name Lee Seoyeon was born on January 22, 2000 in Seoul, South Korea. Her position in the group is the main rapper and vocalist. She ranked 7th in the show IDOL SCHOOL and successfully debuted as a member of fromis_9. Previously, she was a former trainee from YG Entertainment who was part of Future 2NE1. She also appeared in the MV GD&TOP - Knock Out in 2010.

This idol who is the best at learning choreography likes the colors red and black. She has the nickname 'Sleepy Head' because she has panda eyes, and other members also call her 'Baby Panda'. She likes romantic, action, and animated films. Her favorite film is THE NOTEBOOK. Her life motto is 'Even if both doing and not doing things will end up as a regret. Let's go with do things and regret'.

7. Chaeyoung

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Chaeyoung was born on May 14, 2000 in Pohang, South Korea and has the full name Lee Chaeyoung. Her positions in the group are main dancer, lead rapper, and vocalist. In the program IDOL SCHOOL, she ranked 4th and successfully debuted as a member of fromis_9. She was a former trainee of JYP Entertainment along with Jiwon.

This tallest member of fromis_9 has a hobby of listening to ballad songs. She likes apples, cherries, and peaches, but she is allergic to these fruits, so she sometimes endures the itchiness and still eats them. Chaeyoung likes action, hero, and thriller films, but she falls asleep when watching romance films. This blood type B individual chose Hyuna as her role model.

8. Nagyung

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Lee Nagyung or often called Nagyung was born in Bundang, South Korea on June 1, 2000. Her position in the group is as the lead dancer, vocalist, rapper, and visual. In the show IDOL SCHOOL, she ranked 5th and successfully debuted as a member of fromis_9.

This beautiful idol has studied in China, which is why she can speak Mandarin. Her nickname when she was a child was Lee Nakko. Many people say that Nagyung looks like Tzuyu of TWICE. This member with blood type A says that she is the best at aegyo in fromis_9. One of her charming points is her eyes. This idol who likes the game Overwatch is a fan of the girl group Oh My Girl.

9. Jiheon

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The latest profile of fromis_9 member is Jiheon. Born on April 17, 2003 in Boseong, South Korea, the full name of this member is Baek Jiheon. She is the youngest member of the group. She is responsible as a vocalist in fromis_9. During the show IDOL SCHOOL, she ranked 8th with a total of 59,577 votes.

Jiheon was a former trainee from Ti Agency, she also passed the audition at Woollim Entertainment but never went to the agency for training. Before participating in IDOL SCHOOL, this blood type B owner took dance classes at TD Dance Studio. Despite debuting at a young age and being busy with training, she is a smart student at her school. The lowest grade she has received on an exam so far is 92. Jiheon likes black and white colors, and her life motto is 'My Way'.

That's the profile and interesting facts about the 9 members of fromis_9. Don't forget to continue supporting them!

Written by: Fitri Mardiana

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