Kwon Hyun-bin

Quick Facts: Who was Kwon Hyun-bin?

Subject:

Kwon Hyun-bin

Known for:

South Korean actor, rapper, and model known by the stage name Viini.

Born:

1997-03-04

Century / Era:

1997s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kwon Hyun-bin (Korean: 권현빈; born March 4, 1997), also known by his stage name Viini, is a South Korean actor, rapper and model. He is known for his appearance in the second installation of Produce 101 and debuting in the former boy band, JBJ. Kwon Hyun-bin was born on March 4, 1997, in Seoul, South Korea. Briefly residing in Tokyo, Japan for studies, he joined the baseball team in Aoba-Japan International School, and soon returned to South Korea, enrolling in Jungkyung High School as an athlete specializing in fencing; serving as a representative at the teens' fencing tournament. Kwon eventually sustained an injury, resulting in his withdraw from the sport.

Career & Major Achievements

In 2015, Kwon began his modelling career under YG KPlus, the youngest addition. He appeared on a variety of pictorials, including the May issue of GQ Korea. In April 2017, Kwon appeared on the second installment of Mnet survival program Produce 101. He finished by overall placing 22nd and soon was offered to join project boy group JBJ, consisting of contestants chosen by the viewers. In October 2017, JBJ debuted with their first extended play Fantasy.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

After seven months, the group's contract came to an end in April 2018. In midst of promotions with JBJ, Kwon appeared on JTBC reality program Live a Good Life alongside labelmates WINNER's Kim Jin-woo and Yoo Byung-jae. Following disbandment, Kwon became a fixed cast member of MBC variety program Dunia: Into a New World. On February 1, 2019, Kwon joined as a cast member on JTBC's reality show Try It alongside labelmate Yoo Byung-jae. On May 31, Kwon was revealed to be gearing up for a solo debut through YG Entertainment's subsidiary label YGX, followed news of the launch of YouTube channel Kwon Hyunbin Begins where footage of his album preparation, his daily life, and more would be revealed.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1997 (1997-03-04): Birth of Kwon Hyun-bin — South Korean actor, rapper, and model known by the stage name Viini.
2. 2015: 2015 Milestone — In 2015, Kwon began his modelling career under YG KPlus, the youngest addition.
3. 2017: 2017 Milestone — In April 2017, Kwon appeared on the second installment of Mnet survival program Produce 101.
4. 2018: 2018 Milestone — After seven months, the group's contract came to an end in April 2018.
5. 2019: 2019 Milestone — On February 1, 2019, Kwon joined as a cast member on JTBC's reality show Try It alongside labelmate Yoo Byung-jae.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kwon Hyun-bin

True or False: “Kwon Hyun-bin debuted as a solo artist immediately after his contract ended with the group JBJ in 2018.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): After disbanding from JBJ, Kwon continued his career by becoming a fixed cast member of MBC's variety program Dunia: Into a New World before preparing for his solo debut.

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