Young and Talented, These K-Pop Idols Debuted at the Age of 14!

Kapanlagi.com - It's no longer surprising that K-Pop idols start their careers at a young age. Some of them even start their trainee or training period since they were young. Those who are very talented and have captivating visuals can debut at a very young age of 14 (international age). Like the following K-Pop idols who debuted at the age of 14, but their talent is truly surprising to the public.

Who are they? Let's check them out together!

1. Dahyun Rocket Punch

Dahyun Rocket Punch © twitter.com/RocketPunch

The first K-Pop idol to debut at the age of 14 is Dahyun. The owner of the name Jeong Dahyun, who is also the youngest member of Rocket Punch, debuted at the age of 14. Born on April 29, 2005, Dahyun debuted with Rocket Punch in 2019.

2. Dohyon H&D

Dohyon H&D © twitter.com/x1official101 & instagram.com/official_pocketdolz

Former member of X1 who is now part of the duo H&D, this is the next idol who debuted at the age of 14. Dohyon, who was born on November 10, 2004, started his debut with X1 in August 2019, when he was still 14 years and 9 months old. Despite being very young, his ability in rapping and playing the piano is unquestionable.

3. Wonyoung IZ*ONE

Wonyoung IZ*ONE © twitter.com/official_izone

Successfully becoming the center and youngest member in her group, it turns out that Wonyoung debuted at a very young age of 14. This idol, who was born on August 31, 2004, debuted with IZ*ONE in 2018. Despite being very young, she is the tallest member in her group. 

4. Jisung NCT Dream

Jisung NCT Dream © twitter.com/NCTsmtown_DREAM

Jisung is a member of the sub-unit NCT, which is NCT Dream. Playing the role of vocalist, rapper, and main dancer in his group, it turns out that Jisung debuted at the age of 14. Jisung was born on February 5, 2002, and debuted in NCT Dream with a single titled Chewing Gum in August 2016. He even started his training at SM Entertainment since 5th grade.

5. Hayoung Apink

Hayoung Apink © Pinterest & twitter.com/Apink_2011

Apink debuted in 2011 with their first mini albumSEVEN SPRINGS OF A PINK. Hayoung, who was born on July 19, 1996, was only 14 years and 9 months old at that time. Despite being young, she was trusted as a vocalist and rapper in her group.

6. Krystal f(x)

Krystal f(x) © Pinterest & twitter.com/krys_pics

Approaching the age of 15, Krystal, who was born on October 24, 1994, successfully debuted with f(x) on September 1, 2009 with their singleLA chA TA. Although she was still 14 years old, her talent and captivating visuals attracted public attention. She was also trusted as the lead vocalist in her group.

7. Taemin SHINee

Taemin SHINee © Pinterest & twitter.com/superm

Taemin is known as the main dancer and maknae of SHINee who debuted in 2008. However, at that time he was only 14 years old. Despite being very young, he already had incredible singing and dancing talent. Until now, he has become one of the senior idols who is admired by many people. 

8. Sohyun Former 4Minute

Sohyun from 4Minute © Pinterest & instagram.com/kkwonsso_94

Although they have disbanded, 4Minute, who debuted in 2009 with the single Hot Issue, actually had a maknae who was 14 years old at that time. Kwon Sohyun, who is often called Sohyun, started her debut at the age of 14 years and 9 months. Besides being the youngest member, her position in the group is as a vocalist and rapper.

9. Jiyoung from KARA

Jiyoung from KARA © Youtube Channel DSP Kara & instagram.com/kkangjji_

KARA initially debuted with 4 members in 2007, then in their comeback in 2008, they added 2 new members, one of them being Kang Jiyoung. Jiyoung, who was only 14 years old at the time, successfully debuted as the new maknae of KARA.

That's the K-Pop idol who debuted at the age of 14. Despite being very young, their talent and charm were able to attract the attention of K-Pop lovers. It's no wonder they were able to debut and have an important position in their group. What do you think?

Author: Fitri Mardiana

(kpl/jje/mag)