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DINO Profile: SEVENTEEN Member, Birthday, Facts & Career

DINO is a member of SEVENTEEN (세븐틴), the 13-member group that debuted under PLEDIS Entertainment on May 26, 2015 with the mini album 17 CARAT. This profile brings together key biographical facts, unit role, career milestones, creative work and officially announced projects.

DINO Profile: Birthday, Facts, Career & Credits

Stage nameDINO
Birth nameLee Chan (이찬)
BirthdayFebruary 11, 1999
Nationality / backgroundSouth Korean
SEVENTEEN unitPerformance Team
RoleMain dancer; performer; youngest member (maknae)
AgencyPLEDIS Entertainment (HYBE)
Group debutMay 26, 2015 — 17 CARAT

Who Is DINO?

DINO is part of a group whose identity is built around three permanent teams: Hip-Hop, Vocal and Performance. Dance technique, stage precision, performance creation and solo expression. DINO is SEVENTEEN’s youngest member and belongs to the Performance Team. He is recognized for detailed dance execution and has developed individual performance and music projects while contributing to the group’s choreography-driven stages.

Early Background and Pre-Debut

SEVENTEEN’s members developed their skills through PLEDIS Entertainment’s training system and the group’s highly documented pre-debut period, including the SEVENTEEN TV project. The final 13-member lineup debuted in 2015. Personal training dates and private-life details are not added here unless supported by reliable public sources; this keeps the profile focused on verifiable information.

DINO’s Role in SEVENTEEN

DINO belongs to the Performance Team. The three-unit structure allows members to work in focused teams while continuing to perform and record as one group. Dance technique, stage precision, performance creation and solo expression.

Songwriting, Production and Performance Credits

DINO is SEVENTEEN’s youngest member and belongs to the Performance Team. He is recognized for detailed dance execution and has developed individual performance and music projects while contributing to the group’s choreography-driven stages. DINO’s involvement should be understood through track-specific credits, not assumptions based on unit membership. For exact lyricist, composer, arranger or producer credits, consult the official album booklet and Korea Music Copyright Association records. KWaveHub will add track-by-track tables when each credit can be independently verified.

Solo, Unit and Special Projects

DINO’s solo performance project has been associated with his alter-ego PICHEOLIN. In 2026, PICHEOLIN released the first mini album 吉BOARD and had official show dates announced.

Key projects: DINO / PICHEOLIN — 吉BOARD (2026); SEVENTEEN Performance Team and group releases.

Career Timeline

  • 2015: Debuted with SEVENTEEN on May 26 through 17 CARAT and title track “Adore U.”
  • 2016–2019: Built the group’s Korean and Japanese discographies, touring history and recognizable three-unit identity.
  • 2020–2022: Expanded international releases, performances and album-era concepts during a period of growing global reach.
  • 2023: FML and the group’s continued touring reinforced SEVENTEEN’s position as a major album-selling act.
  • 2024: 17 IS RIGHT HERE and SPILL THE FEELS added to the group’s growing catalog.
  • 2025: The group marked its tenth anniversary and released its fifth full album, HAPPY BURSTDAY, on May 26.
  • 2026: DINO / PICHEOLIN — 吉BOARD (2026); SEVENTEEN Performance Team and group releases. Official release notices and schedules can change, so current details should be checked against PLEDIS and SEVENTEEN’s official channels.

Quick Facts

  • Birthday: February 11, 1999
  • Unit: Performance Team
  • Known for: Dance technique, stage precision, performance creation and solo expression.
  • Notable project: DINO / PICHEOLIN — 吉BOARD (2026); SEVENTEEN Performance Team and group releases.
  • Fun fact: DINO is the maknae, the youngest of SEVENTEEN’s 13 members.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DINO’s real name?

DINO’s birth name is Lee Chan (이찬).

When is DINO’s birthday?

DINO’s birthday is February 11, 1999.

Which SEVENTEEN unit is DINO in?

DINO is part of the Performance Team.

What is DINO known for?

DINO is known within SEVENTEEN for dance technique, stage precision, performance creation and solo expression.

What are DINO’s solo or unit projects?

DINO’s solo performance project has been associated with his alter-ego PICHEOLIN. In 2026, PICHEOLIN released the first mini album 吉BOARD and had official show dates announced.

Explore All SEVENTEEN Members

Visit the complete group guide for the full lineup, three-unit structure, discography milestones, group history and related profiles.

Official Sources and Fact-Checking

Core group information is cross-checked against the SEVENTEEN Japan official profile, PLEDIS Entertainment, and official SEVENTEEN notices on Weverse. For music credits, use official album credits and the Korea Music Copyright Association. Project details are updated when official notices are published.

Editorial note: This profile distinguishes official facts and announced projects from interpretation. Current schedules, release dates and service-related details can change; refer to linked official notices for the latest confirmation. Last reviewed October 10, 2026.