NCT U Members Profile & Facts

NCT U (엔씨티 유) is the first subunit of NCT that debuted on April 9th, 2016 under SM Entertainment. The group members consist of Taeyong, Taeil, Johnny, Yuta, Kun, Doyoung, Ten, Jaehyun, WinWin, Jungwoo, Mark, Xiaojun, Hendery, Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, YangYang, Chenle, and Jisung. The unit follows a rotational system and the lineup changes with every comeback.

NCT U Profile

NCT U Facts:

– The name “NCT U” stands for ‘Neo Culture Technology United.’
– Their official fan color is “Pearl Neo Champagne.”
– Members are added to the comeback lineup based on the song’s genre and concept.
– Their fans are referred to as “NCTzens”.
– Their official lightstick is called “Meumwonbong”.
– Many of the group members were part of SMROOKIES (SR14B) before their debut.
– The age gap between the oldest and youngest members is 7 years.
– The unit debuted with a double digital single, “The 7th Sense” and “Without You,” featuring a mix of hip-hop and dance EDM styles.
– Most members are multilingual and can speak more than two languages.
– Lucas left NCT and its sub-units in May 2023 to pursue a solo career.
– In May 2023, two members, Shotaro and Sungchan, left NCT and debuted in SM Entertainment’s new group “RIIZE“.

Major Works

– Their popular songs include “Make A Wish”, “Baby Don’t Stop”, “90’s Love”, “BOSS” and The 7th Sense”.

Awards

– They won the “New Star Award” at the Asia Model Awards (2016), and “Best Icon” at the APAN Music Awards (2020).

NCT U Members Profile

1. Taeyong

Taeyong Facts:

– Baekhyun (EXO) is his role model.
– Taeyong is known as the clumsiest member in NCT.
– On a radio show, he revealed that he worked at a restaurant during high school before debuting.
– He used to share a room with Johnny before having his own room.
– His childhood dreams included becoming both an astronaut and a firefighter.
– Due to chronic disc issues, he has weak back and neck muscles.
– He is known for regularly communicating with fans through official social media updates and livestreams.
– He has been included 16 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
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2. Taeil

Taeil Facts:

– He really likes brushing his teeth and Doyoung jokingly calls him a “toothbrush addict”.
– When he can’t sleep, he likes to listen to music.
– At first, he didn’t like sushi, but after going to Japan multiple times, he started enjoying it.
– He looks up to and admires Kyuhyun (SUPER JUNIOR).
– He often chooses to wear short black shorts and grey hoodies.
– His motto is “Stay relaxed and be free”.
– He can play the piano and guitar.
– He owns a valid driver’s license.
– He’s really good at making Korean omelettes.
– Even though he’s the oldest member of NCT, fans see him as the “youngest” because he looks so young.
– Taeil has been included 16 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
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3. Johnny

Johnny Facts:

– He has the longest training period in NCT U.
– His hobbies include watching YouTube, drinking coffee or wine, and photography.
– He’s really into fashion, and his favorite designers are Bottega Veneta and Celine.
– His lucky number is two.
– He looks up to his mother the most.
– Johnny has been included 11 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He becomes a different person when he tells jokes in English.
– He’s really good at making videos and taking photos.
– He enjoys reading both webtoons and web novels, but he prefers web novels because they have more depth.
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4. Yuta

Yuta Facts:

– He decided to become an idol after listening to “Something” by TVXQ.
– He likes reading comics, working out, watching movies, and reading comments about how good-looking he is in his spare time.
– His sisters are aged 29 and 23.
– He’s the first Japanese idol at SM.
– He has a witty sense of humor.
– He can speak both Japanese and Korean fluently.
– His dog’s name is Rapunzel.
– He’s really good at dancing and playing football.
– Yuta has been included 11 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
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5. Kun

Kun Facts:

– When he was a rookie, he shared a room with Winwin.
– He’s really good at playing the piano.
– If he could choose, he’d like to be in a Jo Malone perfume ad.
– He spent two years in Taiwan as a trainee in the past.
– He and Winter (aespa) share the same birthday.
– He’s a big fan of Lay from EXO.
– He is close with all the Chinese members of NCT Dream.
– Back when they were SMROOKIES, Kun, Jungwoo, and Lucas were known as the “Lucky 3”.
– He’s not good at showing his anger.
– During middle school, he rode his bicycle to school every day.
– Kun has been included 10 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
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6. Doyoung

Doyoung Facts:

– His favorite member is Jeno.
– He has an older brother who was born in 1994.
– He’s particularly close to Jeno among the NCT Dream members, but he’s been getting closer to Renjun recently.
– He has an older brother who is 29 years old.
– Doyoung has been included 21 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He was introduced as a SMROOKIES member later than the others because he was camera-shy.
– He has a sharp memory.
– When he hits high notes, he tends to tilt his head to the left.
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7. Ten

Ten Facts:

– Although he passed a YG Entertainment audition, he chose not to sign up and instead auditioned for a talent competition in Thailand.
– Initially, his family wasn’t keen on him working in Korea, but his grandma gave him support.
– He started dancing and singing around age 5, often pretending to hold a microphone.
– At 14, he began to take dancing seriously after being inspired by the movie “Step Up 2: The Streets.”
– Ten has been included 10 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He developed an interest in dancing when he saw SUPER JUNIOR’s “Sorry, Sorry” music video in 2009.
– He’s the only celebrity from SM Entertainment who is from Thailand.
– His grandmother was supportive of his dream to become a musician and encouraged his love for K-POP by watching music videos with him.
– He is scared of fruits and cannot eat raw fruits.
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8. Jaehyun

Jaehyun Facts:

– From ages five to eleven, he lived in Connecticut, USA.
– Taeyong mentioned that he has the most developed muscles among all NCT members.
– He’s really good at swimming.
– Jaehyun has been included 18 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– Since his home was close to the agency in Gangnam, he chose to live at home during his trainee days and only moved into the dorm after he debuted.
– He usually wakes up very early in the morning.
– He can handle alcohol best among the members and can drink up to three bottles of Soju.
– He has a Black belt in Taekwondo.
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9. Winwin

Winwin Facts:

– After his WayV debut, he became known for his unique choreography skills in the Rainbow V project song “Lovely.”
– His Korean name is Dong Sa Sung (동사성).
– He really likes to go shopping.
– He places great importance on “faith”.
– He was discovered when he performed a traditional Chinese dance at his school.
– WinWin has been included 5 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He’s a big fan of idols like EXO and Jay Chou.
– His least favorite subject in school was geography.
– He enjoys snowy weather.
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10. Jungwoo

Jungwoo Facts:

– He’s a fan of soccer and roots for Manchester City.
– He is scared of watching horror movies.
– His members often gift him brands like Adidas and Nike.
– His favorite colors are black, white, green, and blue.
– Jungwoo has been included 13 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He would choose his mother’s homemade chicken if he had to choose one dish to eat for a month.
– He really likes playing soccer.
– His preferred hair color is orange.
– If he could switch bodies with someone, he’d choose Ten because of his personality.
– He loves cleaning.
– His training period was 3 years.
– He has a big appetite and can eat large portions with ease.
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11. Mark

Mark Facts:

– His parents were born in the same year 1969, and he has an older sibling born in 1996.
– He follows the Protestant Christian faith.
– Christmas is one of his most cherished celebrations.
– In school, he excelled in English, writing, and physical education.
– He had a strong love for science fiction and fantasy in his childhood and even considered becoming a writer.
– Mark has been included 15 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– During his primary school years, he played handball.
– He enjoys windy weather.
– His favorite sports include ice skating and badminton.
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12. Xiaojun

Xiaojun Facts:

– He is the youngest sibling and has an older brother.
– He recalls his earliest memory of being in the water and because he couldn’t swim, he watched his father and brother trying to save him.
– He misses his hometown dish “Yuba roll”.
– Xiaojun has been included 8 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He is good at playing the piano, ukulele, drums, and guitar.
– He shared a room with Yangyang for a while, then he became Kun’s roommate.
– In their pre-debut days, he was frequently spotted wearing short-sleeved hoodies, according to Hendery.
– His inspiration is Baekhyun from EXO.
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13. Hendery

Hendery Facts:

– His favorite color is pink.
– He would be a businessman like his father if he wasn’t an idol.
– He describes himself as an onion with many layers, and those closest to him know him to the best.
– He is sensitive to spicy foods.
– Hendery has been included 10 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He likes to watch movies before he sleeps.
– He gets along with Sungchan very well and in his opinion has the best chemistry with him. They have known each other since their trainee days and were once roommates before their debut.
– Johnny, according to him, was the member who helped in his growth the most.
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14. Renjun

Renjun Facts:

– Summer makes him think of the color red.
– He stated that he only portrays innocence because his managers encourage it.
– He is part of NCT’s “innocent line” alongside Winwin and Jungwoo.
– He believes in fate.
– Renjun has been included 8 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– Before going to sleep, he creates a mental space where he imagines characters and stories.
– When he first joined SM, he was conscious of how people perceived him, but he now focuses on following his own path and identity.
– He is sensitive to heat.
– He has a passion for drawing.
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15. Jeno

Jeno Facts:

– His favorite day of the week is Sunday.
– He is renowned for having lengthy eyelashes among the fans.
– He believes his sense of style is great. He looks for a basic, comfy, and put-together look.
– He prefers to dress in hoodies since they are the most comfortable.
– He used to live alone, but now he and Jaemin share a room.
– He likes to watch early videos of their debut.
– Jeno has been included 9 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He defines the album ‘Glitch Mode’ in three words: buffering, error, and cupid.
– His drinks of choice are chocolate milk and Sprite.
– He likes salmon steak.
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16. Haechan

Haechan Facts:

– He enjoys taking photos but often finds himself being photographed more than taking pictures.
– His favorite subject in school was music, and he disliked studying science.
– In his free time, he likes to play the piano, listen to music, and sing.
– His stage name was chosen by Lee Sooman, the founder of SM Entertainment.
– He is known by various popular nicknames, including “Dongsookie,” and “Donkey” (a combination of Donghyuck and Monkey).
– Haechan has been included 11 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– According to Shotaro, Jungwoo and Haechan are the NCT members who love eating the most.
– He prefers original kimchi jjigae (stew) and loads it with lots of meat.
– He is an avid gamer and enjoys playing games.
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17. Jaemin

Jaemin Facts:

– He has never celebrated special days like Christmas or New Year’s Day.
– He enjoys sports like speed skating, snowboarding, and swimming that don’t require a lot of group players.
– He is passionate about working out.
– According to NCT Dream’s manager, he often eats kimbap, particularly sausage kimbap or tuna kimbap.
– He has been included 8 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– Due to dietary restrictions, he cannot consume dairy products.
– His favorite foods include ramen, potato pizza, fast food, jelly, chocolate, and peaches.
– He looks up to artists like Lee Young Dae, EXO’s Kai, and Tight Eyez for inspiration.
– During elementary school, he aspired to become a doctor.
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18. Yangyang

Yangyang Facts:

– His favorite color is red.
– He likes the word “Mellifluous”.
– He particularly enjoys the time of day between 2-3 p.m.
– His family has two dogs named Nian Nian and Fei Fei.
– He had naturally good skin since birth and never used to take care of it, but now he focuses on skincare, buying products, and applying masks.
– He likes eating Ice cream.
– YangYang has been included 10 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He has a scar on his left shoulder from surgery due to an injury sustained during a school basketball match.
– He likes watching American football and basketball.
– He really likes pork and omelets.
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19. Chenle

 Chenle Facts:

– According to Renjun, he tends to accidentally spill oil on the floor when cooking eggs.
– He is a fan of Lay from EXO.
– He is afraid of Spiders.
– “Oh my Gawd” is one of his commonly used catchphrases.
– He is close with Jaemin.
– He prioritizes comfort in his clothing and likes wearing sweatshirts and sneakers.
– Dragon Ball is his preferred manga.
– He loves to play basketball and football.
– Chenle has been included 10 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He is a fan of NBA player Stephen Curry.
– He and Jisung first met at the 2013 New Year’s International Children’s Concert in China.
– In his free time, he enjoys activities like playing basketball, hiking, listening to music, and playing the piano.
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20. Jisung

Jisung Facts:

– He likes playing video games when he can’t sleep.
– He is scared of many things, especially rides at amusement parks.
– He doesn’t watch TV shows often.
– Jisung has been included 8 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– His favorite Baskin Robbins ice cream flavor is called “Your mom is an alien”.
– He is skilled at popping and locking.
– He’s good at understanding English but sometimes struggles with speaking it.
– He can also do b-boying.
– Iron Man is his favorite superhero.
– He really likes the movie “The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies”.
– He is a big fan of the KIA Tigers.
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21. Lucas

Lucas Facts:

– He strongly dislikes mosquitoes and enjoys spicy dishes.
– He is a polyglot, fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, English, and Korean.
– He can also speak some Thai.
– He is a big fan of actress Kim Sohyun.
– Lucas had been included 5 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He is the same age as Xiaojun, Hendry, Mark, and Red Velvet’s Yeri.
– His hands are bigger than his face.
– His parents owned a Thai restaurant at Woche market in Hong Kong.
– He has a mixed heritage, with a Chinese father and a Thai mother.
– He is the oldest sibling and has a younger brother.
– He likes food, exercising, dogs, and his parents.
– He left NCT and its subunits on May 10, 2023, to pursue solo activities.
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22. Shotaro

Shotaro Facts:

– He used to practice ballet when he was younger.
– He likes to watch mukbangs.
– He enjoys dancing and playing basketball.
– He is good at snowboarding.
– He trained for only one month and was included in the NCT lineup.
– He left NCT and its subunits and debuted as a member of RIIZE under SM Entertainment.
– He loves to wear casual clothes.
– Shotaro has been included 6 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He likes the sea over mountains.
– His favorite beverage is Sprite.
– He hates eating eggplant and mushrooms.
– He is called “Sho-chan” by his mother.
– He likes to eat cakes.
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23. Sungchan

Sungchan Facts:

– He loves sunny days.
– His hobbies include playing video games, and soccer, taking care of pets, and working out.
– He prefers ice cream over cake and his favourite flavour is mint chocolate.
– He enjoys eating vegetable sticks.
– In his free time, Sungchan likes to do things he enjoys to relax.
– Sungchan has been included 6 times in the NCT U’s lineups.
– He doesn’t believe in love at first sight but rather in love that develops over time.
– He has a habit of biting his lips.
– He uses his left hand for most tasks.
– He really likes peaches.
– Alongside Shotaro, he made his debut as a member of the boy band RIIZE, which is under the management of SM Entertainment.
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Note*: Only general positions are listed as the subunit’s lineup constantly changes with every comeback due to their rotational system. 

NCT U FAQs

1. What is the difference between NCT U and NCT 127?

The main difference between NCT U and NCT 127 is that NCT 127 is a fixed subunit with ten members while NCT U follows a rotational member system where the lineup keeps changing with every comeback.

2. How old are the NCT U members? (oldest to youngest)

NCT U members’ ages and birthdays are as follows:

– Taeil was born on June 14, 1994, and is 29 years old.
– Taeyong was born on July 1, 1995, and is 28 years old.
– Johnny was born on February 9, 1995, and is 29 years old.
– Yuta was born on October 26, 1995, and is 28 years old.
– Kun was born on January 1, 1996, and is 28 years old.
– Doyoung was born on February 1, 1996, and is 28 years old.
– Ten was born on February 27, 1996, and is 28 years old.
– Jaehyun was born on February 14, 1997, and is 27 years old.
– WinWin was born on October 28, 1997, and is 26 years old.
– Jungwoo was born on February 19, 1998, and is 26 years old.
– Mark was born on August 2, 1999, and is 24 years old.
– Xiaojun was born on August 8, 1999, and is 24 years old.
– Hendery was born on September 28, 1999, and is 24 years old.
– Renjun was born on March 23, 2000, and is 24 years old.
– Jeno was born on April 23, 2000, and is 24 years old.
– Haechan was born on June 6, 2000, and is 23 years old.
– Jaemin was born on August 13, 2000, and is 23 years old.
– Yangyang was born on October 10, 2000, and is 23 years old.
– Chenle was born on November 22, 2001, and is 22 years old.
– Jisung was born on February 5, 2002, and is 22 years old.

3. Who has the longest and shortest training period in NCT U?

Johnny had the longest training period in the group of 9 years and Chenle had the shortest training period of 2 months.

4. How tall are the NCT U members? (tallest to shortest)

NCT U members’ heights are the following from tallest to shortest:

– Johnny’s height is 185 cm (6’1″).
– Jungwoo’s height is 180 cm (5’11″).
– Jaehyun’s height is 180 cm (5’11″).
– Jisung’s height is 180 cm (5’11″).
– WinWin’s height is 179 cm (5’10.5″).
– Doyoung’s height is 178 cm (5’10″).
– Jaemin’s height is 177 cm (5’10″).
– Jeno’s height is 176.8 cm (5’10″).
– Chenle’s height is 176 cm (5’9″).
– Yuta’s height is 176 cm (5’9″).
– Kun’s height is 176 cm (5’9″).
– Yangyang’s height is 175 cm (5’ 9”).
– Taeyong’s height is 175 cm (5’9″).
– Mark’s height is 175 cm (5’9″).
– Hendery’s height is 175 cm (5’9’’).
– Haechan’s height is 174 cm (5’8.5″).
– Ten’s height is 172 cm (5’8″).
– Xiaojun’s height is 172 cm (5’8’’).
– Taeil’s height is 171 cm (5’7″).
– Renjun’s height is 171 cm (5’7″)

Johnny is the tallest member in the group and Renjun is the shortest.

5. What is the NCT U members’ MBTI?

Following are the NCT U members’ MBTI types:

– Taeyong’s MBTI is not known.
– Taeil’s MBTI is ISFP.
– Johnny’s MBTI is ENTP.
– Yuta’s MBTI is not known.
– Kun’s MBTI is ESFJ-T.
– Doyoung’s MBTI is ISFJ-T.
– Ten’s MBTI is INFJ.
– Jaehyun’s MBTI is ESTP / ESFP.
– Winwin’s MBTI is INFJ-A.
– Jungwoo’s MBTI is INFJ-A / INFJ-T.
– Mark’s MBTI is INFJ-A.
– Xiaojun’s MBTI is ENFP.
– Hendery’s MBTI is ENTP.
– Renjun’s MBTI is not known.
– Jeno’s MBTI is ISFP.
– Haechan’s MBTI is ENFP.
– Jaemin’s MBTI is ISFJ-T.
– Yangyang’s MBTI is INTJ.
– Chenle’s MBTI is ESFP-A.
– Jisung’s MBTI is INFP/INFJ.

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