Weeekly (위클리) is a South Korean 6-member Kpop girl group that debuted on June 30, 2020, with the album ‘We Are’ under IST Entertainment. The group members consist of Lee Soojin, Monday, Park Soeun, Lee Jaehee, Jihan, and Zoa.
Weeekly Profile
| Debut | June 30, 2020 |
| Active Years | 2020–present |
| Weeekly Members | Lee Soojin, Monday, Park Soeun, Lee Jaehee, Jihan, and Zoa |
| Genre | K-Pop |
| Status | Active |
| Label | IST Entertainment |
| Oldest Member | Lee Soojin |
| Youngest Member | Zoa |
| Former Member | Shin Jiyoon |
| Fandom Name | Daileee |
| Representative Colors | Orchid Bloom, Banana Cream, Beach Glass |
Weeekly Facts:
– Weeekly represents the member in charge of each day of the week as the catchphrase says that “every day brings a new and special week”.
– Weeekly was formerly known as PlayM Girls and FAVE Girls.
– In September 2018, the company FAVE Entertainment (now IST Ent.) said that some of the trainees, Lee Soomin, Park Soyeon, and Kim Bowon, decided to leave the group and cancel their contracts.
– In October, FAVE Entertainment said they were going to create a new girl group called FAVEGIRLS, and they had a special event planned for November 11 to introduce seven potential members.
– Over several days in October, they introduced these seven trainees on social media, starting with Lee Soojin. Later, they merged with another company, Plan A Entertainment, and their name became IST Entertainment. So, they had to change the group’s name to PlayM GIRLS, and their debut was delayed.
– In July, one trainee named Park Haelin left the group to focus on her studies, and in August, Kim Gaeun also left both the company and the group. By October, two new trainees, Han Jihyo and Jo Hyewon, joined the pre-debut lineup.
– In April 2020, the group revealed the stage names of two members, Jihan and Zoa.
– In May 2020, they officially announced their debut under the name Weeekly and released their first mini album, “We Are,” in June.
– In August, they revealed their official fan club name, “Daileee,” and in September.
– In July, they revealed a new mini album, “Play Game: Holiday,” set for August. However, one member, Shin Jiyoon, had to take a break from activities due to stress and anxiety.
– In December, they announced that Shin Jiyoon would return from her hiatus.
– In 2022, they started interacting with fans through the Dear U Bubble app. They announced the release of their first single album, “Play Game: Awake,” but Shin Jiyoon didn’t participate in the promotions due to her anxiety. In June, it was announced that Shin Jiyoon would leave the group for her mental health.
– Lee Soojin, Shin Jiyoon, Park Soeun, and pre-debut member Park Haelin were part of a TV show called MIXNINE.
– Weeekly is the first girl group to debut under Play M Entertainment in a decade. The last one was Apink.
– Out of the original pre-debut members, only Lee Soojin, Shin Jiyoon, and Park Soeun are still in the group.
– Jihan is the only trainee from Plan A Entertainment who made it into the final group.
– They look up to their sister girl group Apink as their role model.
– The group’s members have an average height of 168 cm.
– All of the members were born in the 21st century.
– Unfortunately, the group’s debut showcase was canceled because of a nearby building fire.
Endorsement
– On May 11, 2021, it was announced by Davich Optical that they chose Weeekly as their new models.
Major Works
– Their most popular songs include “After School”, “Good Day (Special Daileee)”, and “Holiday Party”.
– They have taken part in several OSTs including “Boom Chiki” for My Dream is Ryan, “Wake Up” for Hello, Me!, and “Best Friend (We Can)” for Girls’ World Season 2.
Awards
– They have won several awards including the “New Wave Singer Award”, “K-Pop Star Award”, “Best New Female Artist”, “Next Leader Award”, and “Global Hottest Award”.
SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES
Instagram: _Weeekly
Youtube: Weeekly
Twitter (Official): _Weeekly
Twitter (Members): by_weeekly
TikTok: weeekly
Facebook: WeeeklyOfficial
Fan Cafe: Weeekly
Weverse: Weeekly
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Spotify | Bugs | Melon | Apple Music | Deezer
Weekly Members Profile
1. Lee Soojin
| Stage Name | Lee Soojin (이수진) |
| Birth Name | Lee Soojin (이수진) |
| Position | Leader, Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper, Visual, Center |
| Birthday | December 12th, 2001 |
| Active Years | 2017–present |
| Age | 22 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Height | 165 cm (5’5″) |
| Weight | 47 kg (104 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | A |
| MBTI | ESTJ or ENFJ |
| Representative Color | Light Pink |
| Representative Day | Sunday |
| Representative Planet | Sun |
Lee Soojin Facts:
– She would like to do a makeup commercial. (hello82)
– Among the group members, she had the longest training period, lasting 4 years and 2 months.
– She usually drinks iced tea with a shot of espresso at a cafe.
– Over time, she transformed from being a shy and reserved individual to becoming more outgoing. Sometimes, she’s the one who initiates fun in their dorm, as stated by FAVE Girls
– She eats the healthiest food among members. (SoompiTV)
– Her parents told her, that if she passed the audition within 6 months then they’d approve of her dream of becoming a singer so she tried her hardest and passed the audition. (Ray)
Read more facts about Lee Soojin
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
2. Monday
| Stage Name | Monday (먼데이) |
| Birth Name | Kim Ji Min (김지민) |
| Position | Vocal Leader, Main Vocalist, Main Dancer, Sub Rapper |
| Birthday | May 10th, 2002 |
| Active Years | 2018–present |
| Age | 21 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Height | 173 cm (5’8’’) |
| Weight | 51 kg (112 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | B |
| MBTI | ESTP |
| Representative Color | Blue |
| Representative Day | Monday |
| Representative Planet | Moon |
Monday Facts:
– She trained at KYW Dance Studio.
– Despite her strong appearance and physically active lifestyle, she’s actually prone to sickness, according to her fellow members.
– She likes earrings the most in accessories. (SoompiTV)
– Among the Weeekly members, she’s the one who cries the most, as mentioned by Jiyoon and Soeun.
– She wants to perform at the Tokyo Dome. (Ray)
Read more facts about Monday
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
3. Park Soeun
| Stage Name | Park Soeun (박소은) |
| Birth Name | Park So Eun (박소은) |
| Position | Dance Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Center |
| Birthday | October 26th, 2002 |
| Active Years | 2018–present |
| Age | 21 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Height | 171.8 cm (5’7’’) |
| Weight | 53 kg (117 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | B |
| MBTI | ESTJ |
| Representative Color | Light Blue |
| Representative Day | Thursday |
| Representative Planet | Jupiter |
Park Soeun Facts:
– She chose Jihan as a member to take on the deserted island with her. (hello82)
– She has the largest hands among the Weeekly members.
– She is the most talkative in the Weeekly group chat.
– She serves as the ‘Dance Leader’ in the group.– She wants to try a summer-based concept. (Pressreels)
Read more facts about Park Soeun
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
4. Lee Jaehee
| Stage Name | Lee Jaehee (이재희) |
| Birth Name | Lee Jae Hee (이재희) |
| Position | Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
| Birthday | March 18th, 2004 |
| Active Years | 2018–present |
| Age | 19 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Height | 166 cm (5’5″) |
| Weight | 46 kg (101 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | B |
| MBTI | ENFJ |
| Representative Color | Purple |
| Representative Day | Saturday |
| Representative Planet | Saturn |
Lee Jaehee Facts:
– She likes rings, necklaces, and hats the most among accessories. (SoompiTV)
– She likes sweet chili fried chicken from her school cafeteria. (pressreels)
– She’s known as the most confident and shameless member of the group.
– She drinks bubble tea a lot and wants to be in a bubble tea commercial as well.
– She would like to perform at the Tokyo Dome. (Ray)
Read more facts about Lee Jaehee
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
5. Jihan
| Stage Name | Jihan (지한) |
| Birth Name | Han Ji Hyo (한지효) |
| Position | Lead Vocalist, Visual, Center |
| Birthday | July 12th, 2004 |
| Active Years | 2019–present |
| Age | 19 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Height | 164.7 cm (5’5″) |
| Weight | 46 kg (101 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | A |
| MBTI | ENFP |
| Representative Color | Red |
| Representative Day | Thursday |
| Representative Planet | Mars |
Jihan Facts:
– She likes necklaces the most in accessories. (SoompiTV)
– Among the members, she is the only one who isn’t a homebody and prefers going out on Sundays.
– She loves Java Chip Frappuccino. (SoompiTV)
– She is the shortest in Weeekly.
– She goes by the nicknames ‘Bunny’ and ‘Ener-Jihan.’
Read more facts about Jihan
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
6. Zoa
| Stage Name | Zoa (조아) |
| Birth Name | Jo Hye Won (조혜원) |
| Position | Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper, Visual, Maknae |
| Birthday | May 31st, 2005 |
| Active Years | 2019–present |
| Age | 18 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Height | 171.2 cm (5’7’’) |
| Weight | 50 kg (110 lb) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | O |
| MBTI | ENFJ |
| Representative Color | White |
| Representative Day | Friday |
| Representative Planet | Venus |
Zoa Facts:
– She likes rings and hats the most among accessories. (SoompiTV)
– She has the shortest training period among Weeekly members.
– She loves green tea. (SoompiTV)
– She loves eating. (Ray)
Read more facts about Zoa
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Bugs | Melon
Former Members
7. Shin Jiyoon
| Stage Name | Shin Jiyoon (신지윤) |
| Birth Name | Shin Ji Yoon (신지윤) |
| Position | Lead Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
| Birthday | March 2nd, 2002 |
| Active Years | 2017–2022 |
| Age | 21 (in 2023) |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Height | 164.8 cm (5’5″) |
| Weight | 49 kg (108 lbs) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Blood Type | B |
| MBTI | ISFP |
| Representative Color | Yellow |
| Representative Day | Wednesday |
| Representative Planet | Mercury |
Shin Jiyoon Facts:
– Her trainee period is more than 3 years.
– One of her habits was to touch her fellow members.
– She took inspiration to be a singer from a musical club. (Ray)
– She trained at LJ Dance Academy.
Read more facts about Shin Jiyoon
SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES
Instagram: yooniegenius
Weeekly Photos
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