ENHYPEN is a six-member multinational K-pop boy group under BELIFT LAB. The current members are Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-Ki.
The group was formed through Mnet’s survival program I-LAND and officially debuted on November 30, 2020, with their first mini album BORDER : DAY ONE.
ENHYPEN’s name comes from the hyphen symbol (-), representing connection. The name reflects the group’s concept of different people connecting, discovering one another, and growing together through music. BELIFT LAB currently identifies ENHYPEN as a six-member multinational group.
ENHYPEN Members
| Member | Birthday | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| Jay | April 20, 2002 | Korean-American |
| Jake | November 15, 2002 | Korean-Australian |
| Sunghoon | December 8, 2002 | Korean |
| Sunoo | June 24, 2003 | Korean |
| Jungwon | February 9, 2004 | Korean |
| Ni-Ki | December 9, 2005 | Japanese |
BELIFT LAB’s current official profile lists the six members and their birth dates.
ENHYPEN Jay Profile
Stage Name: Jay
Birthday: April 20, 2002
Nationality: Korean-American
Jay is one of the oldest members of ENHYPEN and is known for his strong stage presence, vocals, dancing and performance skills.
Born in Seattle, Washington, Jay spent part of his childhood in the United States before moving to South Korea. He later became a trainee under BELIFT LAB and participated in I-LAND.
Jay is also known for his interest in fashion, cooking and music.
ENHYPEN Jake Profile
Stage Name: Jake
Birthday: November 15, 2002
Nationality: Korean-Australian
Jake was born in South Korea and raised in Australia before pursuing his K-pop career.
He participated in I-LAND and was ultimately selected as one of the members of ENHYPEN.
Jake is known for his vocals, performance skills and warm personality. His Australian background also allows him to communicate comfortably in English.
ENHYPEN Sunghoon Profile
Stage Name: Sunghoon
Birthday: December 8, 2002
Nationality: Korean
Sunghoon is known for his elegant performance style and strong visuals.
Before becoming a K-pop idol, he was a competitive figure skater. His skating career included national and international competitions, and his background in the sport contributed to his graceful movement and performance style.
Sunghoon later transitioned from figure skating to becoming a trainee and ultimately debuted with ENHYPEN.
ENHYPEN Sunoo Profile
Stage Name: Sunoo
Birthday: June 24, 2003
Nationality: Korean
Sunoo is known for his expressive performances, bright personality and distinctive vocal tone.
He participated in I-LAND and was selected as one of the final members of ENHYPEN.
Sunoo has also appeared in various entertainment and variety content, where his expressive personality has become an important part of the group’s public image.
ENHYPEN Jungwon Profile
Stage Name: Jungwon
Birthday: February 9, 2004
Nationality: Korean
Role: Leader
Jungwon is the leader of ENHYPEN and one of the group’s younger members.
He trained under BELIFT LAB before appearing on I-LAND, where he developed his skills as a vocalist and performer.
As leader, Jungwon represents ENHYPEN in interviews, events and group activities. He is also known for his dancing, vocals and balanced stage presence.
ENHYPEN Ni-Ki Profile
Stage Name: Ni-Ki
Birthday: December 9, 2005
Nationality: Japanese
Ni-Ki is the youngest member, or maknae, of ENHYPEN and the group’s Japanese member.
He was born in Okayama, Japan, and developed his dancing skills from a young age.
Ni-Ki became known for his strong dance abilities during I-LAND. His powerful movement and performance style have remained important parts of ENHYPEN’s stages.
ENHYPEN Debut
ENHYPEN officially debuted on November 30, 2020, with their first mini album, BORDER : DAY ONE.
The album introduced the group’s story of moving from their trainee period into a new world as artists.
The title track was “Given-Taken,” while the album also included songs such as “Let Me In (20 CUBE),” “10 Months,” and “Flicker.” BELIFT LAB describes the album as the story of the members standing at the border between two different worlds.
How Was ENHYPEN Formed?
ENHYPEN was formed through the 2020 survival program I-LAND.
The show followed trainees competing through various performances and missions before the final members were selected.
The final lineup originally consisted of seven members and debuted as ENHYPEN in November 2020.
The group later continued as a six-member team following Heeseung’s departure in 2026.
Heeseung and ENHYPEN
Heeseung was one of ENHYPEN’s original seven members and participated in the group’s debut in 2020.
He was born on October 15, 2001, and was known for his vocals and performance abilities.
In 2026, BELIFT LAB announced that Heeseung would leave ENHYPEN and pursue activities separately. ENHYPEN subsequently continued as a six-member group consisting of Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Ni-Ki. Current BELIFT LAB materials list only these six members.
Heeseung’s departure is important historical information for the profile, but he should not be included in the current member table.
ENHYPEN Music
ENHYPEN’s music is known for its strong storytelling, conceptual albums and recurring themes involving connection, identity, youth, romance and fantasy.
Their major releases include:
- BORDER : DAY ONE
- BORDER : CARNIVAL
- DIMENSION : DILEMMA
- DIMENSION : ANSWER
- MANIFESTO : DAY 1
- DARK BLOOD
- ORANGE BLOOD
- ROMANCE : UNTOLD
- ROMANCE : UNTOLD -daydream-
- DESIRE : UNLEASH
- THE SIN : VANISH
- THE SIN : BLISS
BELIFT LAB’s current discography lists THE SIN : BLISS as ENHYPEN’s eighth mini album, following THE SIN : VANISH and DESIRE : UNLEASH.
BORDER Series
ENHYPEN began their musical journey with the BORDER series.
The first release, BORDER : DAY ONE, introduced the members as they crossed from their trainee lives into a new world.
BORDER : CARNIVAL continued the story as the members experienced the unfamiliar world of fame and their new lives as artists.
DIMENSION Series
The DIMENSION series explored ENHYPEN’s experiences after entering a more complicated world.
Their first studio album, DIMENSION : DILEMMA, dealt with questions surrounding identity, desire and the choices they faced in their new environment.
The story continued with DIMENSION : ANSWER, which added new tracks including “Blessed-Cursed” and “Polaroid Love.”
MANIFESTO Series
MANIFESTO : DAY 1 presented ENHYPEN taking control of their own direction and challenging expectations.
The album featured the title track “Future Perfect (Pass the MIC)” alongside songs including “ParadoXXX Invasion,” “TFW (That Feeling When),” and “SHOUT OUT.”
BLOOD Series
ENHYPEN continued their conceptual storytelling with DARK BLOOD and ORANGE BLOOD.
DARK BLOOD introduced a fantasy-inspired story involving vampires, fate and sacrifice, while ORANGE BLOOD continued the narrative with themes of love and connection.
ROMANCE Series
The ROMANCE series continued ENHYPEN’s fantasy-driven storytelling through themes of love and relationships.
Their second studio album, ROMANCE : UNTOLD, centered on a fantastical romance between the members and “you.”
The repackage ROMANCE : UNTOLD -daydream- expanded the story with two additional songs, including the title track “No Doubt.”
DESIRE : UNLEASH
ENHYPEN’s sixth mini album, DESIRE : UNLEASH, continued the group’s vampire-inspired storytelling while exploring themes of desire, love and vulnerability.
Its title track is “Bad Desire (With or Without You).” The six-track album includes a range of musical styles, including dance-pop, future bass, hip-hop, pop rock and pop.
THE SIN Series
ENHYPEN began the THE SIN series with their seventh mini album, THE SIN : VANISH.
The album uses a fictional investigative-broadcast format to tell a story involving an incident within a vampire society.
The story continues with their eighth mini album, THE SIN : BLISS, which focuses on two lovers who have broken the ultimate taboo of their fictional vampire society and are attempting to escape together.
ENHYPEN Fandom
ENHYPEN’s official fandom name is ENGENE.
The name reflects the connection between ENHYPEN and their fans. It also represents the idea that fans are an important part of the group’s growth and identity.
ENHYPEN Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Group | ENHYPEN |
| Members | 6 |
| Agency | BELIFT LAB |
| Debut | November 30, 2020 |
| Fandom | ENGENE |
| Leader | Jungwon |
| Oldest Current Member | Jay |
| Youngest Member | Ni-Ki |
| Japanese Member | Ni-Ki |
| Former Member | Heeseung |
| Formation Show | I-LAND |
BELIFT LAB’s current official profile confirms the six-member lineup and November 30, 2020 debut date.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many members does ENHYPEN have?
ENHYPEN currently has six members: Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Ni-Ki.
Who is the leader of ENHYPEN?
Jungwon is the leader of ENHYPEN.
Who is the youngest ENHYPEN member?
Ni-Ki is the youngest member.
Who is the oldest current ENHYPEN member?
Jay is the oldest current member.
What is ENHYPEN’s fandom name?
ENHYPEN’s fandom is called ENGENE.
When did ENHYPEN debut?
ENHYPEN debuted on November 30, 2020, with BORDER : DAY ONE.
How was ENHYPEN formed?
ENHYPEN was formed through Mnet’s survival program I-LAND.
Is Heeseung still a member of ENHYPEN?
No. Heeseung is a former member. ENHYPEN currently promotes as a six-member group consisting of Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Ni-Ki.
What agency is ENHYPEN under?
ENHYPEN is under BELIFT LAB.
What is ENHYPEN known for?
ENHYPEN is known for its conceptual storytelling, strong performances and recurring fantasy narratives across its albums.
ENHYPEN in 2026
ENHYPEN continues its activities as a six-member group in 2026.
The group’s current official discography includes THE SIN : VANISH and THE SIN : BLISS, continuing the group’s ongoing conceptual storytelling.
With Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Ni-Ki, ENHYPEN continues to develop its music and performance identity while expanding its fictional universe through new releases.
Final Thoughts
ENHYPEN has built a distinctive identity in K-pop through its conceptual albums, interconnected storytelling and performance-focused music.
From their formation through I-LAND to their debut with BORDER : DAY ONE and their later BLOOD, ROMANCE, DESIRE, and THE SIN series, the group has continued to evolve its musical and visual identity.
Today, Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Ni-Ki make up ENHYPEN’s current six-member lineup.
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