EASTSHINE Members Profile and Facts

EASTSHINE (이스트 샤인) is a 5-member South Korean boy group under TM Entertainment. The group consists of IEL, Dongjae, Hyun, Lumin, and Phoenix. They debuted on November 16, 2023, with their first mini album, EMBERS. On May 30, 2024, it was announced Youngkwang and Karis left the group.

Group Name Meaning: N/A
Official Greeting: “Now EAST! SHINE! Hello, we are EASTSHINE!”

EASTSHINE Official Fandom Name: Muscat (머스캣)
Fandom Name Meaning: For Make UniverSe ConnEcT
EASTSHINE Official Colors: N/A

EASTSHINE Official Logo:

Official SNS:
Instagram: @eastshine_official
X: @eastshine_tment
TikTok: @official_eastshine
YouTube: EASTSHINE
b.stage: EASTSHINE Official
Facebook: EASTSHINE
Weibo: @official_eastshine
SoundCloud: EASTSHINE

EASTSHINE Member Profiles:

IEL

Stage Name: IEL (아이엘)
Birth Name: Hwang Kyu-hyun (황규현)
Position(s): Leader, Main Rapper, Main Dancer, Composer, Lyricist
Birthdate: November 4, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Monkey
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 61 kg (134 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: ISTP
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐺

IEL Facts:
– IEL was born in Seoul, South Korea.
– IEL is also a lyricist and composer.
– He often hears that he speaks in dialect despite being from Seoul.
– His favorite sport is football, but he also likes basketball. (Instagram live)
– When IEL was younger, he played lots of basketball. (Instagram live)
– His song writing routine is that he usually starts with humming a melody before words and lyrics then he later writes any lyrics that seems to be missing.
– A hobby of his is reading poetry. He has lots of books consisting of poetry which gives him inspirations to write songs.
– The hair colors he wants to try are red and gray. (Instagram live)
– He, Dongjae, and Lumin have a trio name, M3 (3 men). (Instagram live)
– IEL’s favorite anime is Demon Slayer.
– If IEL had a super power it would be shooting fire out of his hands
–  IEL’s stage name meaning is “I effort life”,  he named himself IEL with the meaning “I live a life of effort.”
– He trained for 3 years.
– He was the fifth member in the original pre-debut line-up to be revealed was introduced on October 6, 2022.

Dongjae

Stage Name: Dongjae (동재)
Birth Name: Go Dong-jae (고동재)
Position: Main Dancer
Birthdate: May 7, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Monkey
Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 58 kg (127 lbs)
Blood Type: N/A
MBTI Type: ESTP
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐻/🧸

Dongjae Facts:
– He, IEL, and Lumin have a trio name, M3 (3 men). (Instagram live)
– Until elementary school, Dongjae believed in Santa. (Instagram live)
– He enjoyed going on zip line tours whenever he travelled when he was younger.
– When he went in the USA, his favorite thing was hamburger.
– IEL has mentioned that Dongjae is the member who suits their “Fall in Love” comeback the most as he suits sweet and fresh feelings. (Instagram live)
– Dongjae doesn’t have a role model. (source)
– Dongjae’s favorite anime is One Piece.
– His talent is to talk a lot. (source)
– He trained for 1 year 6 months before debuting.
– He was the second member in the original pre-debut line-up to be revealed and was introduced on October 4, 2022.

Hyun

Stage Name: Hyun (현)
Birth Name: Chu Hyun-jin (추현진)
Position: Lead Vocalist
Birthdate: April 26, 2005
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster
Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 58 kg (127 lbs)
Blood Type: N/A
MBTI Type: ENFP
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐣/🐥

Hyun Facts:
– Education: Seoul Robot High School (graduated)
– He trained for 1 year 6 months before debuting.
– His favorite anime is One Piece.
– He was the third member in the original pre-debut line-up to be revealed and was introduced on October 4, 2022.

Lumin

Stage Name: Lumin (루민)
Birth Name: Yoon Su-min (윤수민)
Position: Vocalist
Birthdate: September 20, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog
Height: 181 cm (5’11”)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: INTP
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: 🐰/ 🦊

Lumin Facts:
– Lumin was born in Jeju Island, South Korea.
–  He used to study acting before being a trainee. (source)
-If Lumin had a super power it would be gravity power.
– He, IEL, and Dongjae have a trio name, M3 (3 men).
– His personal color is navy.
– Lumin has mentioned that he looks like a fox and a rabbit. (Instagram live)
– He is in charge of the high notes in the group.
– He played basketball for 3 years in school. (Instagram live)
– Lumin played volleyball for 2 years at school. He actually played a lot of different sports when he was younger and is very athletic. (source)
– He trained for 3 years 6 months before debuting.
– He was the last member to be introduced.

Phoenix

Stage Name: Phoenix (피닉스)
Birth Name: Kandit Sittisak (กันดิศ สิทธิศักดิ์)
Position(s): Dancer, Maknae
Birthdate: May 22, 2009
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Ox
Height: 177 cm (5’10”)
Weight: 61 kg (134 lbs)
Blood Type: N/A
MBTI Type: INFJ
Nationality: Thai
Representative Emoji: 🐉/🐦/🔥

Phoenix Facts:
– His hometown is Bangkok, Thailand.
– Nickname: Nix (닉스)
– Hobbies: Walking, drawing BOYS PLANET 2 Profile
– On June 29, 2023, he was revealed as a new member on the groups’ Instagram page.
– Phoenix appeared in a KFC commercial in Thailand.
– He trained for 6 months before debuting.
– He likes the colors blue and mint (fromm)
– Phoenix featured on Super 10 Season 4, a popular Thai children’s talent show showcasing young performers (Source).
– He likes the anime Haikyuu!! (Fancall)
– He has been active as a youth inline skating athlete and he won 8 medals.
– Phoenix likes games, specifically Roblox and Minecraft (fromm).
– Phoenix speaks english.
– Role Model: Bambam , Lisa (BLACKPINK) (Source)
– Becoming a kpop idol was his goal ever since he was 11 years old, because it includes both singing and dancing together. (Source)
– His special skills are waacking and skate dancing. (BOYS PLANET 2 Profile)
See more facts about Phoenix…

Former Members:
Youngkwang

Stage Name: Youngkwang (영광)
Birth Name: Kim Young-kwang (김영광)
Position(s): Lead Vocalist, Rapper
Birthdate: February 14, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Horse
Height: 174 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 56 kg (123 lbs)
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: N/A
Instagram: kabod0202

Youngkwang Facts:
– Hobbies: Watching sad movies or reading novels, playing games, and taking walks.
– He was the sixth member in the original pre-debut line-up to be revealed and was introduced on October 6, 2022.
– He was trained in BornStar Academy.
– He was a member of KAIROS.
– On May 30, 2024, Youngkwang left the group due to personal reasons.
– He is now active as a dancer with his team Mocean(모션), along with Karis.

Karis

Stage Name: Karis (카리스)
Birth Name: Lee Kun-hee (이건희)
Position: Lead Vocalist
Birthdate: March 6, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Horse
Height: N/A
Weight: N/A
Blood Type: N/A
MBTI Type: N/A
Nationality: Korean
Representative Emoji: N/A
Instagram: @im_leekunhee

Karis Facts:
– Education: Digital Seoul Culture Arts University (Practical Music Department).
– He has an older brother.
– He has a pet dog named Lee Taepoong (이태풍).
– His specialty includes playing the guitar and badminton.
– He has been in a relationship with his non-celebrity girlfriend since November 11, 2024.
– Karis’ role model is BTS‘ Jungkook.
– His specialties are playing the guitar, keyboard, and badminton.
– He can’t handle alcohol well.
– Karis’ personality is described as laid-back and easygoing, with a kind and shy side.
– He is friends with Goohyun (BE BOYS).
– He’s a former member of RGS (2021-2022).
– He is a former JN Entertainement trainee.
– He was the seventh member in the original pre-debut line-up to be revealed and was introduced on October 6, 2022.
– On May 30, 2024, Karis left the group due to personal reasons.
– Karis is now active as a dancer with his team Mocean(모션), along with Youngkwang.

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Note 2: Information on members updated from Re:born profile. Source for Younggwang and Karis departure via their Fancafe.

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