NAZE Members Profile & Facts

NAZE (네이즈), formerly known as C9ROOKIES, is an upcoming seven-member South Korean boy group under C9 Entertainment. The group consists of Kaisei, Younki, Ato, Turn, Yuya, Kimkun, and Dohyeok. They are expected to debut in 2026.

NAZE Profile

NAZE Facts:

– All NAZE members would appear as the leads in a Japanese drama scheduled to air in 2026.
– The group is labelmates with CIX, EPEX and the singer Younha.
– They are planning to make their debut soon after the airing of the drama.

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NAZE Members Profile

1. Kaisei

Kaisei Facts:

– Kaisei is the oldest member of NAZE.
– He was introduced as the final member of NAZE on June 25, 2025.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Monkey.
– He is scheduled to make his acting debut in 2026.

2. Younki

Younki Facts:

– Younki previously trained under two major entertainment companies.
– He speaks English fluently.
– He trained at Mu Doctor Academy Gangnam branch.
– He is known for his bright and cheerful personality.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Rooster.
– He was announced as the third member on June 21, 2025.
– He is set to make his acting debut in 2026.

3. Ato

Ato Facts:

– Ato was previously part of the pre-debut group DailyNote, now known as ALL(H)OURS.
– He is from Gyeryong, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
– He studied Applied Music at the School of Performing Arts Seoul.
– He was the vocalist in his school band during his second year of middle school.
– He was close with Hong Seongmin (FANTASY BOYS) during the show Fantasy Boys.
– He has entered and won several children’s singing competitions.
– TXT’s Yeonjun is his role model.
– He has an older brother, and a younger sister born in 2009.
– He competed on the survival show Fantasy Boys.
– From 2021 to 2023, he was signed under EDEN Entertainment.
– Before joining Fantasy Boys, he trained for 1 year and 5 months.
– He sang in a children’s choir from a young age and gained attention for his strong vocals.
– He was announced as the fifth member on June 23, 2025.
– His acting debut is planned for 2026.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Rooster.
– His nicknames include Dudu and Duramjwi (squirrel).
– His favorite colors are light green and mint.
– His motto is “Life is like mint chocolate: cool and sweet.”

4. Turn

Turn Facts:

– Turn is the son of legendary rock musician Ch. Aon Na Bangchang and the younger brother of Hack from the band Clash.
– He trained at Dandelion Studio, where he studied dance, vocals, and rap. During his time there, he went by the name Hunter.
– He studied at Debsirin Nonthaburi School.
– He was previously active on TikTok under the username “hunxismyname.”
– He is friends with Ben from Mchoice Trainee.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Rooster.
– He has modeled for the clothing brand 22thoctober.
– He was introduced as the fourth member of NAZE on June 22, 2025.
– He is set to make his acting debut in 2026.

5. Yuya

Yuya Facts:

– Yuya has participated and won multiple dance competitions, including 1st place at the Dance Cup and Little King, and 2nd place at the Keio Grand Prix.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Dog.
– He is scheduled to make his acting debut in 2026.

6. Kimkun

Kimkun Facts:

– Kimkun was previously a trainee at a major entertainment company.
– He was announced as the second member on June 20, 2025.
– He is known for his positive personality and strong passion.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Dog.
– He is set to make his acting debut in 2026.

7. Dohyeok

Dohyeok Facts:

– Dohyeok is from Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
– He successfully passed auditions for two of Korea’s “big four” entertainment agencies.
– He was introduced as the first member of NAZE on June 19, 2025.
– He graduated from Damun Elementary and Yongmun Middle School, and is currently attending Yongmun High School.
– His acting debut is planned for 2026.
– His Chinese zodiac sign is Pig.
– He has two younger brothers.