Profile Biodata BABYMONSTER, Let's Get to Know the New Girl Group from YG Entertainment Whose Debut is Highly Anticipated!

Kapanlagi.com - BABYMONSTER is the newest girl group from YG Entertainment consisting of seven members. They are set to debut in 2023.

Titled "YG Next Movement", the first teaser of BABYMONSTER was released on December 30, 2022. The teaser shows seven silhouettes in line with the previous theory of netizens that the next YG Entertainment girl group will have seven members.

When YG Entertainment finally announced the official lineup of the seventh member BABYMONSTER, fans can't wait for their debut. Let's take a look at the profiles of BABYMONSTER members!

1. Ruka

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Being the last member officially introduced on February 6, 2023, Kawai Ruka is the oldest member in the group. Born on March 20, 2002, this former member of the Japanese girl group Shibu3 Project will be one of the first Japanese female idols to debut under YG with Asa.

Having dimples, she is a dancer and rapper who is skilled in hip-hop dancing, as she has been dancing since the age of 6. She even dances in her spare time at the dormitory. Ruka herself joined YG Entertainment in 2018, auditioning with DJ Khaled's 'Top Off' (featuring JAY Z, Future, Beyonce).

In addition to her dancing skills, Ruka, who can speak Japanese, Korean, and English, can easily reach very high octaves. Previously, Ruka was under the management of PLATINUM PRODUCTION between 2017-2018 and appeared in the MV 'Happy Halloween!' popularized by Ueda Atsumi.

2. Pharita

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Pharita Chaikong, born as Pharita Boonpakdeethaveeyod, was first seen as a cartoon image with the initials 'PRT'. Pharita, who was officially introduced on February 2, 2023, will be the third Thai idol to debut under YG Entertainment, following Lisa BLACKPINK and her fellow group member, Chiquita.

Pharita, who is a vocalist and dancer, was born at Rama 9 Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 26, 2005. The former model, who has won the main prize and first place in Inter Model Thailand, is nicknamed Look Pear (Nong Prae). She was also a contestant on Idol Paradise under the name Pear.

Prita is known to have made a presentation about her life timeline when she was 10 years old. In that timeline, she revealed interesting facts about herself. Prita wrote that she doesn't like sand and beaches because they make her look dirty. She likes to go to the zoo, where her favorite animals are giraffes and birds. She is a big fan of anime and can speak English fluently.

Pharita auditioned for YG Entertainment in July 2020, performing the song 'How You Like That' by BLACKPINK. So, she has been a trainee for two and a half years. Having a very photogenic face, the former CEO of YG Entertainment believed that Pharita looked like she came out of a Disney movie.

3. Asa

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Enami Asa, who will debut under the stage name Asa, was born on April 17, 2006. This Japanese rapper and dancer is the fourth member to be officially revealed on January 26, 2023.

Asa is one of the first Japanese women to debut under YG Entertainment, along with Ruka. Before joining YG Entertainment in 2018, Asa had experience in musical theater. She auditioned with the song 'Weekend Warrior' by 80kidz.

Having dreamed of becoming a singer since the age of 7, Asa, who attends a dance school, enjoys writing lyrics and producing music in her spare time. It's no wonder that this beautiful girl, specializing in hip-hop dance, becomes the ace of the group.

Asa, who previously participated in the LADYBIRD Green Musical in 2017, can speak Japanese, Korean, and a little English. Asa, who enjoys dancing, cooking, and jump rope, can even write and speak Korean very well to the point of joking that she is a 'native speaker'.

4. Ahyeon

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Jung Ahyeon is the second member who was first introduced on January 16, 2023 at the age of 15. In this video, she showcases her stable singing and rapping skills in a live performance. Netizens feel Ahyeon's vibe is similar to other YG Entertainment artists who have already debuted.

Jung Ahyeon was first seen as a cartoon image with the initials 'AH'. Ahyeon, who occupies the positions of vocalist, rapper, dancer, and visual in the group, was born on April 11, 2007 and is of Korean nationality.

Ahyeon, who attends Hanlim Multi Arts School and has attended Ara Dance Academy, is a musical singer. She is fluent in Korean, Chinese, and English.

Ahyeon, described by Yang Hyun Suk as a 'warrior with many weapons', has been a trainee at YG Entertainment for 4 years. She was accepted in 2018 and passed the first round audition in February by performing 'The Show' by Lenka. She has also passed auditions for JYP Entertainment and Banana Culture.

With her beautiful visuals, fans feel that Ahyeon, who is fluent in Korean, Chinese, and English, resembles Yunjin LE SSERAFIM, Garam from LE SSERAFIM, and also Aran from FIFTY FIFTY.

5. Haram

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Shin Haram was born in Seoul, South Korea, on October 17, 2007. Haram, who holds the positions of vocalist, rapper, and dancer in the group, was the first member to be officially introduced on January 12, 2023.

Haram is known to have attended Hanlim Arts High School together with Ahyeon. He was in the Applied Music department from grades 1 to 7, and he was the only student who won a scholarship for his major.

Prior to joining YG in August 2018 and becoming a trainee for 4 years, Haram was a child model for toy or children's clothing advertisements. He has been a model since the age of 2. Haram auditioned with the songs 'Good Time' by Owl City and Carly Rae Jespen, as well as 'Look' by Red Velvet.

Not only is Haram talented in sports and dance, but he is also fluent in Korean and English with nearly perfect pronunciation. He also loves adventure and is ready to face any challenge.

6. Rora

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Rora, who was born with the name Lee Dain, was born on August 5, 2008, and is of Korean nationality. This vocal and dance group member was first seen as a cartoon image with the initials RR and was first shown on January 30, 2023. Previously, she was a member of USSO Girl with the name U.ha. She also appeared in a music video that aired on Weibo China.

Rora, who is friends with Hyein NEWJEANS, has participated in international science contests, piano contests, and the 12th Yulgok Student Music Festival.

Rora's stage name comes from the word 'aurora'. Yang Hyun Suk gave her the stage name 'Rora' because he felt that she could become a bright shining artist like an aurora if we develop the beauty she possesses within herself.

7. Chiquita

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Born on February 17, 2009 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, with the name Riracha Phondechaphiphat, Chiquita, who is a vocalist, dancer, and maknae, became the third member to be revealed on January 23, 2023 at the age of just 13. In a live performance video singing JJ Lin ft Anne Marie's song titled Bedroom, she showcased her extraordinary vocal abilities.

Chiquita, who previously joined the cover group RedRose, will be the second Thai person under YG Entertainment after Lisa BLACKPINK. She is the sister of Copper Dechawat from The Star Idol and 789 TRAINEE. In Thailand, Chiquita studied at Sarasas Witaed Nakhonratchasima School located in the province of Nakhon Ratchasima.

Joining YG Entertainment since March 2021, this member, whose nickname is Canny, has the shortest training period. During the audition, she performed the song 'In The Name Of Love' by Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha. Currently, Chiquita, who is fluent in Thai and English, is still learning Korean.

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