Jin, whose real name is Kim Seok Jin, is a member of the famous group BTS under the Big Hit Music agency. Known for his vocal talents and visuals, he made his solo debut with the single album The Astronaut on October 28, 2022. With his natural charisma and endearing personality, Jin is often nicknamed “Worldwide Handsome ” by its fans and members.
Introducing Jin
Stage name: Jin (진)
Full name: Kim Seok Jin (김석진)
Group: BTS
Position: Singer, visual
Date of birth: December 4, 1992
Astrological sign: Sagittarius
MBTI: INTP
Representative emoji: 🐹/🦙
Biography and Career
Kim Seok Jin was born in Anyang, Gyeonggi-do, but his family moved to Gwacheon when he was one year old. Coming from a wealthy family, he grew up with a passion for cooking, travel and the arts. After being spotted by Big Hit Music in 2011, while studying theater at Konkuk University, he joined BTS as a vocalist and visual artist.
Before BTS, Jin dreamed of being an actor, inspired by actor Kim Nam-Gil in Queen Seondeok. He became a key figure in BTS's success, while continuing his solo career with projects like The Astronaut, a landmark collaboration with Coldplay.
Interesting Facts
Family
Jin has an older brother, Kim Seok Joong, with whom he opened a restaurant in Seoul, “Ossu Seiromushi”, specializing in steamed Japanese dishes. His father is an influential CEO, and Jin has often traveled on his business, visiting countries like Japan, Europe and Australia.
Hobbies and talents
A big fan of video games, he loves Super Mario and Maple Story, collecting figurines related to these games. He is also known for his culinary skills, although he had to give up this hobby due to food allergies. In addition to cooking, Jin enjoys snowboarding and can play the guitar and piano.
Personal particularities
Jin is famous for his dad jokes, which make all the members laugh except Suga. He has broad shoulders measuring 60 cm, which he is very proud of. His cute habit? Blink your left eye when hungry or wink when you meet someone's eye.
Achievements
With V, Jin sang the OST It’s Definitely You for the drama Hwarang. He also made history by reaching 100 million hearts during a solo VLive. Finally, he is recognized as one of the most attractive faces, ranking 47th on the TC Candler rankings of 2018.
Couple and ideal
Jin's ideal type is someone with a puppy-like face and personality, who knows how to cook well and takes care of others. In terms of relationships, he is close to V and considers him his closest companion within the group.
Official social networks
- Instagram: @jin
- Spotify Playlist: Jin’s GA CHI DEUL EUL LAE?
Jin in BTS
As the oldest member, Jin often plays the role of caring and humorous big brother. BTS members describe him as a mix of “grandma” and “princess” due to his tender and sometimes extravagant behavior.
Despite starting out as the least experienced dancer, he showed hard work to improve. His interactions with the other members, including his funny arguments with Jungkook, show how essential he is to the group dynamic.
Music and Solo Projects
Here are some of Jin's notable projects:
- The Astronaut (2022): Single in collaboration with Coldplay, expressing his love for the fans.
- It’s Definitely You: OST of Hwarang with V.
Jin continues to captivate fans with his humor, soft voice and comforting presence, whether on stage or in his solo projects.
