SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) is a 13-member South Korean boy group under PLEDIS Entertainment, a HYBE Labels company. The group consists of S.COUPS, JEONGHAN, JOSHUA, JUN, HOSHI, WONWOO, WOOZI, THE 8, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, VERNON, and DINO.
SEVENTEEN officially debuted on May 26, 2015, with their first mini album, 17 CARAT. The group’s name represents 13 members + 3 units + 1 team = 17. SEVENTEEN is organized into three official performance units: the Hip-Hop Team, Vocal Team, and Performance Team.
The members are also heavily involved in the group’s creative work, including songwriting, production, choreography, and performance.
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SEVENTEEN Profile
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Group Name | SEVENTEEN |
| Korean Name | 세븐틴 |
| Japanese Name | セブンティーン |
| Abbreviation | SVT |
| Group Type | Boy Group |
| Number of Members | 13 |
| Members | S.COUPS, JEONGHAN, JOSHUA, JUN, HOSHI, WONWOO, WOOZI, THE 8, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, VERNON, DINO |
| Agency | PLEDIS Entertainment |
| Parent Company | HYBE |
| Debut Date | May 26, 2015 |
| Debut Release | 17 CARAT |
| Debut Song | “Adore U” |
| Fandom Name | CARAT |
| Official Units | Hip-Hop Team, Vocal Team, Performance Team |
| Official Fanclub | CARAT |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Active Years | 2015–present |
PLEDIS officially lists all 13 members as SEVENTEEN members, while the group’s official Japanese profile confirms the 13-member, three-unit structure.
What Does SEVENTEEN Mean?
The name SEVENTEEN comes from:
13 members + 3 units + 1 team = 17
The three units are:
- Hip-Hop Team
- Vocal Team
- Performance Team
Together, the three units form one group: SEVENTEEN.
SEVENTEEN Members
SEVENTEEN has 13 members:
- S.COUPS
- JEONGHAN
- JOSHUA
- JUN
- HOSHI
- WONWOO
- WOOZI
- THE 8
- MINGYU
- DK
- SEUNGKWAN
- VERNON
- DINO
S.COUPS
S.COUPS Profile
Stage Name: S.COUPS (에스쿱스)
Birth Name: Choi Seung-cheol (최승철)
Birthday: August 8, 1995
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Leader, Hip-Hop Team Leader
S.COUPS is the leader of SEVENTEEN and the leader of the Hip-Hop Team.
His stage name combines the initial of his real name, Seung-cheol, with the letter “S” and “COUPS,” representing his ambition to achieve success.
He has participated in SEVENTEEN’s songwriting and rap performances and is one of the central figures in the group’s leadership.
S.COUPS Unit
Hip-Hop Team
S.COUPS Solo & Unit Activities
S.COUPS has participated in SEVENTEEN’s group releases and has also released music through unit and solo projects.
In 2025, S.COUPS and MINGYU released the first mini album HYPE VIBES as the unit CxM.
JEONGHAN
JEONGHAN Profile
Stage Name: JEONGHAN (정한)
Birth Name: Yoon Jeong-han (윤정한)
Birthday: October 4, 1995
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Vocal Team Member
JEONGHAN is a member of SEVENTEEN’s Vocal Team.
He is known for his distinctive vocal tone and has participated in numerous SEVENTEEN group and unit activities.
JEONGHAN Unit
Vocal Team
JEONGHAN Solo Activities
JEONGHAN has participated in several individual projects and Japanese activities.
In 2024, he released his first solo single album THIS MAN with WONWOO.
In 2026, JEONGHAN and JOSHUA were announced for the first mini album DREAMSCAPE. PLEDIS listed the release in its September 2026 notices.
JOSHUA
JOSHUA Profile
Stage Name: JOSHUA (조슈아)
Birth Name: Joshua Hong
Korean Name: Hong Ji-soo (홍지수)
Birthday: December 30, 1995
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality: American
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Vocal Team Member
JOSHUA is a member of the Vocal Team.
Born in Los Angeles, he is one of SEVENTEEN’s English-speaking members and has participated extensively in the group’s international activities.
JOSHUA Unit
Vocal Team
JOSHUA Solo & Unit Activities
JOSHUA has participated in various SEVENTEEN OST, special, unit, and promotional projects.
In 2026, he joined JEONGHAN for the first mini album DREAMSCAPE.
JUN
JUN Profile
Stage Name: JUN (준)
Birth Name: Wen Junhui (文俊辉)
Korean Name: Moon Jun-hwi (문준휘)
Birthday: June 10, 1996
Birthplace: Shenzhen, China
Nationality: Chinese
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Performance Team Member
JUN is a Chinese member of SEVENTEEN and belongs to the Performance Team.
He began working as a child actor in China before becoming an idol and has continued his acting activities alongside his SEVENTEEN career.
JUN Unit
Performance Team
JUN Solo Activities
JUN has released Chinese solo music and participated in acting projects in China.
His solo activities have helped establish an individual career alongside his work with SEVENTEEN.
HOSHI
HOSHI Profile
Stage Name: HOSHI (호시)
Birth Name: Kwon Soon-young (권순영)
Birthday: June 15, 1996
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Performance Team Leader
HOSHI is the leader of the Performance Team and one of SEVENTEEN’s main performance figures.
He has played a major role in SEVENTEEN’s choreography and stage direction.
HOSHI Unit
Performance Team
HOSHI Solo & Unit Activities
HOSHI has released solo music and participated in numerous unit projects.
In 2025, HOSHI and WOOZI released the single album BEAM.
HOSHI and WOOZI also held the WARNING fan concert in 2025. PLEDIS officially announced the Korean fan concert.
WONWOO
WONWOO Profile
Stage Name: WONWOO (원우)
Birth Name: Jeon Won-woo (전원우)
Birthday: July 17, 1996
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Hip-Hop Team Member
WONWOO is a member of the Hip-Hop Team.
He is recognized for his deep vocal tone and rap performances and has contributed to SEVENTEEN’s songwriting.
WONWOO Unit
Hip-Hop Team
WONWOO Unit Activities
WONWOO and JEONGHAN released the single album THIS MAN in 2024.
The project combined their contrasting vocal styles and was promoted as a special unit release.
WOOZI
WOOZI Profile
Stage Name: WOOZI (우지)
Birth Name: Lee Ji-hoon (이지훈)
Birthday: November 22, 1996
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Vocal Team Leader
WOOZI is the leader of the Vocal Team and one of SEVENTEEN’s principal songwriters and producers.
He has been deeply involved in the production of SEVENTEEN’s music throughout the group’s career.
WOOZI Unit
Vocal Team
WOOZI’s Production Role
WOOZI is credited on a large number of SEVENTEEN songs as a songwriter, composer, and producer.
His involvement in the group’s music is one of the defining characteristics of SEVENTEEN’s self-producing identity.
WOOZI Solo & Unit Activities
WOOZI and HOSHI released the single album BEAM in 2025.
THE 8
THE 8 Profile
Stage Name: THE 8 (디에잇)
Birth Name: Xu Minghao (徐明浩)
Korean Name: Seo Myung-ho (서명호)
Birthday: November 7, 1997
Birthplace: Haicheng, Liaoning, China
Nationality: Chinese
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Performance Team Member
THE 8 is a Chinese member of SEVENTEEN and part of the Performance Team.
He is known for his dance ability, particularly his background in martial arts and b-boying.
THE 8 Unit
Performance Team
THE 8 Solo Activities
THE 8 has released Chinese solo music and participated in fashion, television, and performance activities.
In 2026, THE 8 joined VERNON for the unit project V8.
MINGYU
MINGYU Profile
Stage Name: MINGYU (민규)
Birth Name: Kim Min-gyu (김민규)
Birthday: April 6, 1997
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Hip-Hop Team Member
MINGYU is a member of the Hip-Hop Team.
He participates in rap, vocals, performance, and songwriting and is also active in fashion, advertising, and entertainment activities.
MINGYU Unit
Hip-Hop Team
MINGYU Unit Activities
MINGYU and S.COUPS formed the unit CxM.
Their first mini album HYPE VIBES was released in 2025. PLEDIS lists the album among SEVENTEEN-related releases.
DK
DK Profile
Stage Name: DK (도겸)
Birth Name: Lee Seok-min (이석민)
Birthday: February 18, 1997
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Vocal Team Member
DK is a member of the Vocal Team and is known for his powerful vocal delivery.
He has also participated in musical theatre and other individual performance projects.
DK Unit
Vocal Team
DK Solo & Unit Activities
DK has participated in musical theatre, OSTs, and SEVENTEEN unit projects.
In 2026, DK and SEUNGKWAN released their first mini album 소야곡 (Serenade). PLEDIS officially listed the release and related activities in its 2026 notices.
SEUNGKWAN
SEUNGKWAN Profile
Stage Name: SEUNGKWAN (승관)
Birth Name: Boo Seung-kwan (부승관)
Birthday: January 16, 1998
Birthplace: Jeju, South Korea
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Vocal Team Member
SEUNGKWAN is a member of the Vocal Team.
He is recognized for his strong vocal performances and has also developed a career in Korean television and variety programming.
SEUNGKWAN Unit
Vocal Team
SEUNGKWAN Solo & Unit Activities
SEUNGKWAN has released OSTs and participated in numerous entertainment and variety projects.
In 2026, he formed the unit DxS with DK for the mini album 소야곡 (Serenade). PLEDIS also announced DxS [SERENADE] ON STAGE performances in 2026.
VERNON
VERNON Profile
Stage Name: VERNON (버논)
Birth Name: Hansol Vernon Chwe
Korean Name: Choi Han-sol (최한솔)
Birthday: February 18, 1998
Birthplace: New York, United States
Nationality: Korean-American
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Hip-Hop Team Member
VERNON is a member of the Hip-Hop Team.
He has contributed to SEVENTEEN’s rap, songwriting, and production and has also participated in collaborations and solo projects.
VERNON Unit
Hip-Hop Team
VERNON Solo & Unit Activities
VERNON has worked on solo music and collaborations outside SEVENTEEN’s group releases.
In 2026, VERNON and THE 8 formed the project V8 and released a first mini album titled V8. PLEDIS lists the release and V8 activities in its 2026 notices.
DINO
DINO Profile
Stage Name: DINO (디노)
Birth Name: Lee Chan (이찬)
Birthday: February 11, 1999
Nationality: South Korean
Group: SEVENTEEN
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Position: Performance Team Member
Role: Maknae
DINO is the youngest member of SEVENTEEN and belongs to the Performance Team.
He has been involved in choreography and performance development throughout his career.
DINO Unit
Performance Team
DINO Solo Activities
DINO has participated in solo and performance projects.
In 2026, he became part of the Picheolin project, which released the first mini album 吉BOARD (Gilboard). PLEDIS lists the album as a 2026 SEVENTEEN-related release.
SEVENTEEN Official Units
SEVENTEEN is divided into three official units.
Hip-Hop Team
Members:
- S.COUPS
- WONWOO
- MINGYU
- VERNON
The Hip-Hop Team focuses primarily on rap and hip-hop-oriented performances.
Vocal Team
Members:
- JEONGHAN
- JOSHUA
- WOOZI
- DK
- SEUNGKWAN
The Vocal Team focuses primarily on vocal performance and harmonization.
Performance Team
Members:
- HOSHI
- JUN
- THE 8
- DINO
The Performance Team is centered around dance, choreography, and stage performance.
The official SEVENTEEN profile confirms these three units.
SEVENTEEN Special Units & Projects
SEVENTEEN’s members have also participated in temporary and special units outside the three permanent teams.
BSS
Members:
- HOSHI
- DK
- SEUNGKWAN
BSS is one of SEVENTEEN’s best-known special units.
JxJ
Members:
- JEONGHAN
- JOSHUA
Their 2026 project DREAMSCAPE was announced as a first mini album.
CxM
Members:
- S.COUPS
- MINGYU
Release: HYPE VIBES
HOSHI X WOOZI
Members:
- HOSHI
- WOOZI
Release: BEAM
DxS
Members:
- DK
- SEUNGKWAN
Release: SERENADE / 소야곡
V8
Members:
- VERNON
- THE 8
Release: V8
Picheolin
Member: DINO
Release: 吉BOARD (Gilboard)
PLEDIS’ 2026 release listings document these member-unit activities.
SEVENTEEN Debut
SEVENTEEN officially debuted on May 26, 2015, with their first mini album 17 CARAT.
17 CARAT
Release Date: May 26, 2015
Type: 1st Mini Album
Tracklist
- Shining Diamond
- Adore U
- Ah Yeah
- Jam Jam
- 20
Title Track: “Adore U”
The debut established SEVENTEEN’s three-unit structure and self-producing identity.
SEVENTEEN Discography
Korean Releases
Mini Albums
- 17 CARAT — 2015
- Boys Be — 2015
- Going Seventeen — 2016
- Al1 — 2017
- You Make My Day — 2018
- You Made My Dawn — 2019
- Hengæ — 2020
- Your Choice — 2021
- Attacca — 2021
- FML — 2023
- Seventeenth Heaven — 2023
- Spill the Feels — 2024
Full Albums
- Love & Letter — 2016
- Teen, Age — 2017
- An Ode — 2019
- Face the Sun — 2022
- HAPPY BURSTDAY — 2025
Special / Repackage Releases
- Love & Letter Repackage Album — 2016
- Director’s Cut — 2018
- ; [Semicolon] — 2020
- Sector 17 — 2022
The official Japanese SEVENTEEN discography also documents releases including ; [Semicolon] and its six-track listing.
HAPPY BURSTDAY
Release Date: May 26, 2025
Type: 5th Full Album
HAPPY BURSTDAY marked SEVENTEEN’s 10th anniversary period and was released on the group’s debut anniversary.
PLEDIS officially lists HAPPY BURSTDAY among SEVENTEEN’s releases.
The album also includes member and unit-focused material alongside the main group material.
SEVENTEEN Japanese Discography
SEVENTEEN has maintained a major Japanese discography alongside its Korean releases.
Important Japanese releases include:
- We Make You — 2018
- Happy Ending — 2019
- 舞い落ちる花びら (Fallin’ Flower) — 2020
- 24H — 2020
- ひとりじゃない — 2021
- あいのちから — 2021
- DREAM — 2022
- ALWAYS YOURS — 2023
- 17 IS RIGHT HERE and subsequent Japanese activities
SEVENTEEN’s Japanese official website maintains a dedicated release and activity archive.
SEVENTEEN Music Style
SEVENTEEN’s music covers a broad range of genres, including:
- K-pop
- Hip-hop
- Pop
- R&B
- Dance-pop
- EDM
- Funk
- Rock
- Ballad
- Electronic music
The group’s three-unit structure allows different musical styles to be explored through the Hip-Hop, Vocal, and Performance Teams.
SEVENTEEN Self-Producing Identity
SEVENTEEN is known for the involvement of its members in the creation of its music and performances.
Members have participated in:
- Songwriting
- Composition
- Music production
- Choreography
- Rap writing
- Performance direction
WOOZI in particular has played a central role in SEVENTEEN’s music production, while HOSHI has been heavily involved in choreography and performance development.
The official Japanese profile specifically notes that members participate in work ranging from music production to choreography.
SEVENTEEN Fandom
CARAT
SEVENTEEN’s official fandom name is CARAT.
The name refers to the idea that SEVENTEEN’s value and shine grow through its relationship with its fans.
The official Japanese fan club is also named SEVENTEEN Japan official fanclub “CARAT.”
SEVENTEEN Official Light Stick
SEVENTEEN’s official light stick is known as the CARAT Bong.
The light stick has undergone multiple versions throughout the group’s career, including the official light stick Ver.3 and special 10th-anniversary merchandise.
SEVENTEEN Major Achievements
SEVENTEEN has received extensive recognition throughout its career, including major Korean music awards, album sales milestones, chart achievements, and international touring accomplishments.
For KWaveHub, this section should be maintained as a timeline rather than using an unsupported single “total awards” number.
Major Milestones
- Debuted in 2015 with 17 CARAT
- Established the 13-member / 3-unit / 1-team structure
- Developed a self-producing model involving members in songwriting and choreography
- Expanded into Japan with Japanese-language releases and tours
- Established major international touring activities
- Released their 5th full album HAPPY BURSTDAY in 2025
- Continued group, unit, and solo activities throughout 2026
SEVENTEEN 10th Anniversary
SEVENTEEN celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025.
The group’s 10th-anniversary period included the release of HAPPY BURSTDAY, released on May 26, 2025, exactly 10 years after their debut date.
The group also continued anniversary-related merchandise, performances, and fan activities.
SEVENTEEN World Tours
SEVENTEEN has conducted multiple major world tours throughout its career.
Major Tours
- DIAMOND EDGE
- ODE TO YOU
- BE THE SUN
- FOLLOW
- RIGHT HERE
- NEW_
PLEDIS announced the SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] encore performances in 2026.
SEVENTEEN Fan Meetings
SEVENTEEN has held its annual SEVENTEEN in CARAT LAND fan meeting series.
The group held its 10th fan meeting in 2026, with PLEDIS announcing the event in March 2026.
SEVENTEEN also held the 2026 Japan FANMEETING ‘YAKUSOKU’, with official fan-club information published through the Japanese site.
SEVENTEEN Latest Activities
2026 Activities
As of October 2026, SEVENTEEN’s activities include group, unit, solo, performance, and Japanese promotions.
Notable 2026 Releases and Projects
- HOSHI X WOOZI — BEAM
- DK X SEUNGKWAN — 소야곡 (SERENADE)
- VERNON X THE 8 — V8
- DINO / PICHEOLIN — 吉BOARD (Gilboard)
- JEONGHAN X JOSHUA — DREAMSCAPE
PLEDIS’ official 2026 notices and release listings document these activities.
The official Japanese site also lists continuing 2026 SEVENTEEN-related releases, events, and member activities.
SEVENTEEN Official Links
Agency: PLEDIS Entertainment
Parent Company: HYBE
Official Website: SEVENTEEN Official
Official Japan Website: SEVENTEEN Japan Official
Official Fanclub: CARAT
Weverse: SEVENTEEN
YouTube: SEVENTEEN
Instagram: @saythename_17
X: @pledis_17
The official Japanese site maintains current SEVENTEEN news, releases, schedules, and member information.
SEVENTEEN Related KWaveHub Pages
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- SEVENTEEN Songs
- SEVENTEEN Units
- SEVENTEEN HOSHI Profile
- SEVENTEEN WOOZI Profile
- SEVENTEEN MINGYU Profile
- SEVENTEEN S.COUPS Profile
- SEVENTEEN JEONGHAN Profile
- SEVENTEEN JOSHUA Profile
- SEVENTEEN JUN Profile
- SEVENTEEN WONWOO Profile
- SEVENTEEN THE 8 Profile
- SEVENTEEN DK Profile
- SEVENTEEN SEUNGKWAN Profile
- SEVENTEEN VERNON Profile
- SEVENTEEN DINO Profile
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the members of SEVENTEEN?
SEVENTEEN has 13 members: S.COUPS, JEONGHAN, JOSHUA, JUN, HOSHI, WONWOO, WOOZI, THE 8, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, VERNON, and DINO.
When did SEVENTEEN debut?
SEVENTEEN debuted on May 26, 2015, with the mini album 17 CARAT.
What company is SEVENTEEN under?
SEVENTEEN is under PLEDIS Entertainment, which is part of HYBE.
How many members does SEVENTEEN have?
SEVENTEEN has 13 members.
Why is the group called SEVENTEEN?
The name represents 13 members + 3 units + 1 team = 17.
What are SEVENTEEN’s three units?
The three official units are the Hip-Hop Team, Vocal Team, and Performance Team.
Who is the leader of SEVENTEEN?
S.COUPS is the overall leader of SEVENTEEN.
Who is the youngest member of SEVENTEEN?
DINO, born February 11, 1999, is the youngest member and maknae.
Who is SEVENTEEN’s producer?
WOOZI is one of the group’s primary songwriters and producers and has played a major role in SEVENTEEN’s music production.
What is SEVENTEEN’s fandom name?
SEVENTEEN’s fandom is called CARAT.
What was SEVENTEEN’s debut song?
Their debut title track was “Adore U” from 17 CARAT.
What is SEVENTEEN’s latest full album?
SEVENTEEN’s fifth full album is HAPPY BURSTDAY, released May 26, 2025. The official PLEDIS and Japanese sites list it as the group’s fifth album.
Does SEVENTEEN have sub-units?
Yes. In addition to the three permanent teams, members have formed special units including BSS, CxM, HOSHI X WOOZI, DxS, V8, JxJ, and other project combinations.
