NCT JNJM Members Profile, Age, Height, Birthday, Debut, Songs & Facts 2026
NCT JNJM is a South Korean boy duo under SM Entertainment. The group name is made from the syllabic abbreviations of the members’ stage names where JN stands for JENO and JM stands for JAEMIN. This duo is a sub-unit of the famous K-pop group NCT. The two members JENO and JAEMIN have been friends and teammates for more than 10 years. They have grown up together as trainees and later as members of NCT DREAM.
The duo was officially announced on January 26, 2026. Their debut happened on February 23, 2026 with their first mini album BOTH SIDES. The fans were very excited about this new unit because JENO and JAEMIN are two of the most popular members of NCT.
The official greeting of NCT JNJM is “TO THE WORLD, this is NCT JNJM! Hello, we are NCT JNJM!”. The official fandom name is NCTzen which means the fans are citizens of NCT. The official color is Pearl Neo Champagne.
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NCT JNJM Members Profile
NCT JNJM has only two members. Both of them were born in the year 2000 which makes them same-age friends in Korean culture. They have been together since their trainee days and have built a strong bond over the years. Let us look at the detailed profile of each member.
JENO Profile – Age, Height, Birthday & Facts
Age in 2026: 26 years old
Height: 176.8 cm (5 feet 10 inches)
MBTI Type: ISTP (previously ISFP)
Birthplace: Incheon, South Korea
Position in Group: Main Rapper, Lead Dancer, Sub-Vocalist, Visual
JENO Facts
JENO grew up in Tanhyeon-dong, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do. He has an older sister who was born in 1998. He studied at Hyunsan Elementary School. JENO dropped out of Hyunsan Middle School and later passed the middle school equivalency exam. He also dropped out of School of Performing Arts Seoul and passed the high school equivalency exam.
JENO and JAEMIN were seatmates at school. His favorite color is blue. His favorite animals are horses. JENO started his career as a child model and appeared in many commercials. He was discovered while walking with his mother in the subway.
JAEMIN Profile – Age, Height, Birthday & Facts
Stage Name: JAEMIN (재민)
Birth Name: Na Jae-min (나재민)
Birthday: August 13, 2000
Age in 2026: 26 years old
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 177 cm (5 feet 10 inches)
Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: ESTP (previously ISFJ-T)
Nationality: Korean
Birthplace: Jeonju, South Korea
Position in Group: Rapper, Dancer, Visual Center
Sub-Units: NCT DREAM, NCT U
JAEMIN Facts
JAEMIN was born in Jeonju, South Korea. He was discovered by a talent scout while he was doing volunteer social service work. This is quite a unique story because most K-pop idols are discovered through auditions or on the street.
JAEMIN is known for his bright personality and beautiful smile. His nickname is Nana which is given by his fans. He is loved by fans all over the world for his charming visuals and talent.
NCT JNJM Debut Details
The debut of NCT JNJM was a big event in the K-pop world in 2026. SM Entertainment announced the new unit on January 26, 2026 through a teaser poster. The announcement created huge excitement among NCT fans worldwide.
Debut Album: BOTH SIDES (1st Mini Album)
Number of Songs: 6 tracks
The debut happened at 6:00 PM KST. The duo released their first extended play (EP) titled BOTH SIDES. Before their official debut, JENO and JAEMIN starred in a short drama called WIND-UP which was released in January 2026. This drama received more than 5 million views in just 5 days. It helped build anticipation for the duo’s debut.
NCT JNJM is the second sub-unit from NCT after NCT DOJAEJUNG which had members Doyoung, Jaehyun, and Jungwoo. This shows that SM Entertainment is expanding the NCT universe with more sub-units.
NCT JNJM Songs and Discography
NCT JNJM’s first mini album BOTH SIDES was released on February 23, 2026. The album has a total of 6 songs. The theme of the album is “duality” which means showing two different sides. This theme fits perfectly with JENO and JAEMIN because they have different but complementary personalities.
Complete Song List
1. BOTH SIDES (Title Track)
This is the main song of the album. It is a hip-hop dance song with stylish sounds and smooth drum beats. The song has playful vocal and rap performances. The lyrics show confidence and attitude. The song starts with a fun narration. The lyrics say “no matter which side you look at, it is your style” which shows the confidence of NCT JNJM. The song debuted at number one on the Korean Digital Chart with 444,494 downloads in its first week.
2. I.D.O.L.
This is another track from the album. The song shows the different charms of the two members.
3. What It Is
This was the first song released by NCT JNJM on February 23, 2026. It is a part of their debut album.
4. HASHTAG
This song is also included in the album. It shows the modern and trendy side of the duo.
5. WIND UP
This song is related to the short drama that JENO and JAEMIN starred in before their debut. The drama was also named WIND-UP.
6. sexier
This is the sixth and final track of the album.
The album shows a different musical side compared to NCT and NCT DREAM. It gives fans a new experience and shows the growth of JENO and JAEMIN as artists. The production of the album involved a lot of effort from both members. They took more responsibility compared to group activities.
NCT JNJM Awards and Achievements
Even though NCT JNJM is a new group, they have already achieved some amazing things in 2026.
Music Show Win: On March 8, 2026, NCT JNJM won the Hot Stage first place on SBS Inkigayo with their song BOTH SIDES. This was their first music show win.
Music Bank Nomination: On March 6, 2026, NCT JNJM became a candidate for first place on Music Bank. This shows that their music was very popular among fans and the general public.
Chart Performance: Their debut song BOTH SIDES debuted at number one on the Korean Digital Chart. They had 444,494 downloads in the first week which is an amazing achievement for a new duo.
NCT JNJM Fun Facts
Here are some interesting facts about NCT JNJM that every fan should know:
1. 10 Years of Friendship
JENO and JAEMIN have known each other for more than 10 years. They started as trainees together and then became members of NCT and NCT DREAM. This long friendship has made their teamwork perfect.
2. Same Age Friends
Both members were born in the year 2000. JENO was born on April 23 and JAEMIN was born on August 13. In Korean culture, same-age friends are very close.
3. School Seatmates
JENO and JAEMIN were seatmates at school. This shows how close they have been since a young age.
4. Unique Group Name
The name JNJM comes from the first letters of their stage names JENO and JAEMIN. This is a simple but meaningful name.
5. Pre-Debut Drama
Before their music debut, JENO and JAEMIN starred in a short drama called WIND-UP in January 2026. The drama got more than 5 million views in just 5 days.
6. Perfect Chemistry
The duo is known for their perfect chemistry on stage. Their dance skills are amazing and they complement each other very well.
7. Different Personalities
JENO is more理性 (rational) while JAEMIN is more感性 (emotional). This contrast makes their performances interesting to watch.
8. Fan Support
Fans showed huge support even before the debut. Chinese fans completed landmark light support in 30 cities within 24 hours after the teaser was released.
9. Official Color
The official color of NCT JNJM is Pearl Neo Champagne which is the same as NCT. This shows that they are part of the larger NCT family.
10. Member Reactions
Other NCT members were surprised by the style of NCT JNJM’s debut album. They expected a stronger concept but were happy to see a new side of JENO and JAEMIN.
NCT JNJM Future Plans 2026
NCT JNJM has many exciting plans for 2026. They are going on their first fan meeting tour called DUALITY. Here are the details:
Fan Meeting Tour Schedule:
- Seoul: June 13-14, 2026 at Jamsil Indoor Stadium
- Tokyo: June 27, 2026 at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium
- Jakarta: July 4, 2026 at Tennis Indoor Senayan
- Macau: July 11-12, 2026
- Bangkok: June 25, 2026
The fan meeting tour is named DUALITY which matches the theme of their debut album. Fans are very excited to see JENO and JAEMIN perform live.
The duo is expected to perform all the songs from their debut album during the fan meetings. They will also interact with fans through various activities.
NCT JNJM is also expected to release more music in the future. The success of their debut album has created high expectations for their next releases.
