(G)I-DLE Members Profile 2026: Age, Birthday, Height & Interesting Facts
(G)I-DLE – now officially rebranded as i-dle – is a five-member multinational K-pop girl group under Cube Entertainment. Since debuting on May 2, 2018, the group has become one of the most self-sufficient acts in K-pop, with leader Soyeon writing and producing the majority of their discography. The current lineup consists of Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua. This guide covers each member’s verified profile, the group’s career timeline, major releases, and the latest confirmed developments as of September 2026.
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Quick Overview
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Group Name | i-dle (formerly (G)I-DLE) |
| Korean Name | 아이들 |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
| Members | 5 (Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, Shuhua) |
| Debut Date | May 2, 2018 |
| Debut Release | Mini album I Am – title track “LATATA” |
| Group Type | Girl group |
| Fandom Name | Neverland |
| Official Colors | Neon Red and Chic Violet |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Current Status | Active |
Official links (verified): Cube Entertainment artist page (cubeent.co.kr), official X (@official_i_dle), official Instagram (@i_dle_official), official YouTube (@official_i_dle), official TikTok (@official_i_dle), official Weverse community.
Table of Contents
Who Is i-dle?
i-dle is a South Korean girl group formed by Cube Entertainment. They debuted as (G)I-DLE on May 2, 2018, with the mini album I Am and the title track “LATATA”. The group originally had six members; Soojin departed in August 2021, and the group has continued as a quintet since the 2022 release I Never Die.
The group is known for its self-producing identity. Soyeon, the leader, is credited as a writer and producer on the majority of the group’s title tracks, a rarity in the girl group space. Their music spans genres from Latin-inflected summer pop to raw hip-hop and introspective ballads, and their lyrical themes frequently address autonomy, self-worth, and social expectations.
On May 2, 2025 – the seventh anniversary of their debut – the group announced a rebrand, dropping the parenthetical “G” to become simply i-dle. According to Cube Entertainment, the change reflects a desire to move beyond gendered definitions and embrace a broader identity. The group celebrated the rebrand with the mini album We Are, released on May 19, 2025.
The current lineup includes members from South Korea (Miyeon, Soyeon), Thailand (Minnie), China (Yuqi), and Taiwan (Shuhua). Each member has also pursued individual activities, including solo music, acting, and hosting.
How i-dle Was Formed
i-dle was not formed through a televised survival show. The lineup was assembled by Cube Entertainment through a combination of internal trainee development and public audition calls. Soyeon, the most publicly recognizable pre-debut member, had built a profile through Mnet’s Produce 101 (2016) and Unpretty Rapstar 3 (2016), where she finished third. Miyeon had trained at YG Entertainment before joining Cube, and Minnie, Yuqi, and Shuhua were selected through Cube’s global auditions.
The final six-member lineup was revealed in early 2018, culminating in a busking event in Seoul that served as an informal introduction to the public. The group made their official debut on May 2, 2018, with I Am, which debuted at No. 13 on the Gaon Album Chart and established the group as “monster rookies” – a term used in Korean media for unusually strong debut performances from new acts.
The original lineup consisted of Miyeon, Minnie, Soojin, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua. Soojin’s departure in 2021 followed a period of hiatus and controversy; Cube Entertainment terminated her exclusive contract in March 2022 after a police investigation found the accuser not guilty, though the agency stated it respected the investigation’s results. The group has continued as five members since.
Official Debut
i-dle debuted on May 2, 2018, under Cube Entertainment with the mini album I Am. The title track, “LATATA,” was written and composed with Soyeon’s involvement. The song blended a Middle Eastern-inspired instrumental with a hip-hop dance beat and a confident, declarative hook. It performed strongly for a debut release, and I Am peaked at No. 13 on the Gaon Album Chart and No. 5 on the Billboard World Album Chart.
The debut was notable for several reasons. First, it introduced a group where the leader was already publicly known from survival shows but the other members were largely unknown. Second, the group’s sound was distinctly more aggressive and rhythmically complex than the typical girl group debut of that period. Third, it established the template for what would become i-dle’s defining trait: Soyeon’s creative control over the group’s musical identity.
The debut release’s commercial performance and critical reception positioned i-dle as one of the most promising rookie groups of 2018. The group followed with the digital single “Hann (Alone)” in August 2018, which further solidified their chart presence.
i-dle Members
Member-by-Member Profiles
MIYEON
Quick Facts
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Miyeon (미연) |
| Full Name | Cho Mi-yeon (조미연) |
| Birth Date | January 31, 1997 |
| Age | 29 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Official Role | Main Vocalist, Visual |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
Miyeon is the eldest member of i-dle and its main vocalist. Before joining Cube Entertainment, she trained at YG Entertainment, a period that has been widely reported in Korean media but not confirmed in detail by YG or Cube. She was born in Seo-gu, Incheon.
Within i-dle, Miyeon’s role is primarily vocal. Her voice has a clean, slightly nasal timbre that contrasts with Minnie’s warmer, more textured tone, and the two frequently trade lead vocal lines. She is also the group’s visual, a designation that in K-pop typically refers to the member most associated with the group’s public image and promotional materials.
Miyeon has pursued acting alongside her music career. She has appeared in web dramas including Replay: The Moment When It Starts Again, Delivery, and TVING’s Adult Trainee. In October 2026, Cube Entertainment released a new set of profile images for Miyeon that signaled a more deliberate acting-focused presentation. She has been confirmed as the female lead in the upcoming drama Cheongdam International High School: Royal Camp, portraying a character named Cha Se-mi.
She released her second solo mini-album, MY, in 2025, building on her earlier solo work. The solo releases have allowed her to explore a softer, more melodic side than the group’s typically harder-edged title tracks.
Miyeon’s public profile has grown steadily through her acting work and solo music, positioning her as one of the more versatile members of the group.
MINNIE
Quick Facts
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Minnie (민니) |
| Full Name | Nicha Yontararak |
| Thai Name | มินนี่ ณิชา ยนตรรักษ์ |
| Birth Date | October 23, 1997 |
| Age | 28 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | Thai |
| Official Role | Main Vocalist |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
Minnie was born in Bangkok, Thailand, and is a third-generation Thai of Chinese descent. She is the first foreign main vocalist in a Korean girl group, a distinction that has been noted in Korean media coverage of the group. She studied at a music-focused school in Thailand before joining Cube Entertainment through a global audition.
Her voice is one of i-dle’s defining sonic elements. It is warm, slightly husky, and capable of both delicate high-register passages and grounded lower-range lines. She has composed several songs for the group, including tracks on I Trust, I Burn, and I Never Die.
Minnie made her solo debut on January 21, 2025, with the mini-album HER, a seven-track project she wrote and composed herself. The album’s title track and pre-release single “Blind Eyes Red” showcased a more atmospheric, R&B-influenced side of her artistry. In interviews, she described the album as “like my personal diary,” reflecting her long-term creative investment in the project.
She has also been active in the Thai entertainment market and has served as a brand ambassador for several Thai and international brands. Her multilingual abilities – Thai, Korean, English, and some Chinese – have made her an effective bridge between the group and Southeast Asian audiences.
SOYEON
Quick Facts
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Soyeon (소연) |
| Full Name | Jeon So-yeon (전소연) |
| Birth Date | August 26, 1998 |
| Age | 28 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Official Role | Leader, Main Rapper, Producer |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
Soyeon is the creative engine behind i-dle. Born in Gaepo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, she began training in dance as a child and entered the K-pop trainee system at a young age. She gained public recognition as a contestant on Produce 101 in 2016, where she finished 20th, and on Unpretty Rapstar 3, where she finished third. Those appearances established her as a rapper with technical skill and stage presence before i-dle even debuted.
As the group’s leader and primary producer, Soyeon writes and composes most of i-dle’s title tracks. Her production style draws from hip-hop, Latin pop, rock, and electronic music, and her lyrics often confront themes of autonomy, public scrutiny, and self-definition. She was promoted to full membership in the Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA) in 2024, a recognition of her body of songwriting work.
On September 7, 2026, Soyeon released her first full-length solo album, What a Wonderful Life, after a five-year gap from her previous solo EP, Windy (2021). The lead track, whose title roughly translates to “I’m Quitting My Job,” pairs a band-led sound with lyrics about resigning from work, and features narration by cartoonist and television personality Kian84. Soyeon is credited as a co-writer and co-composer on every track.
In August 2026, a social media post from Soyeon containing the phrase “I’m quitting” sparked speculation about her relationship with Cube Entertainment. The agency clarified that the post was part of a performance and that the members had renewed their contracts in 2025.
Soyeon has also been involved in production work outside i-dle, contributing to tracks for other artists and participating in KOMCA-related activities. Her influence extends beyond performance into the structural creative decisions of the group.
YUQI
Quick Facts
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Yuqi (우기) |
| Full Name | Song Yuqi (宋雨琦) |
| Birth Date | September 23, 1999 |
| Age | 26 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Official Role | Main Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
Yuqi was born in Beijing, China, and joined Cube Entertainment through the Cube Star World Audition in Beijing in 2015. She was the last member to join the pre-debut lineup and debuted with the group in 2018.
Within i-dle, Yuqi is a main dancer, vocalist, and rapper – a triple-threat role that reflects her versatility. Her voice has a distinctive low, slightly raspy quality that provides a tonal counterpoint to Miyeon and Minnie’s higher registers. She is also one of the group’s most active songwriters; the track “Love Is Pain” on the 2026 EP We made was written by her.
Yuqi has built a substantial solo career in China while remaining an active member of i-dle. She has been a regular cast member on Zhejiang Television’s Keep Running and has released multiple solo EPs. In 2026, she was named “Woman of the Year in Music” at the Tencent Music Charts, and her solo tracks “Radio (Dum-Dum)” and “FREAK” both received gold certifications from Tencent Music. She became the first Chinese female artist to join KOMCA.
On October 8, 2026, Yuqi released her second mini-album, 二十七 (27), and began a solo fan-concert tour across four Chinese cities – Guangzhou, Chengdu, Beijing, and Shanghai. Her ability to maintain simultaneous careers in the Chinese and Korean markets is unusual among foreign K-pop idols and has been noted as a new model for international members.
SHUHUA
Quick Facts
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Shuhua (슈화) |
| Full Name | Yeh Shu-hua (叶舒华) |
| Birth Date | January 6, 2000 |
| Age | 26 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | Taiwanese |
| Official Role | Sub Vocalist, Visual, Maknae |
| Agency | Cube Entertainment |
Shuhua was born in Yangmei, Taoyuan, Taiwan, and joined Cube Entertainment through the Cube Star World Audition in 2016. She is the youngest member of i-dle and the group’s maknae.
Her official role within the group is sub-vocalist and visual. On stage, she often handles lower-register lines and contributes to the group’s visual presentation. Off stage, she has cultivated a distinct public persona – direct, occasionally blunt, and unafraid of controversy – that has made her a popular figure in variety content and fan interactions.
Shuhua’s most significant individual development in 2026 is her acting career. Her debut feature film, Happily Ever After, was invited to the Special Presentations section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which ran from September 10 to 20, 2026. In the film, she plays Lin Jiaqi, described as the bright and innocent youngest daughter who experiences growth through her relationship with her sisters after encountering a stray cat. The film is directed by Fiona Roan, whose feature debut won multiple awards at the Golden Horse Awards.
Shuhua also attended the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) in October 2026 with the same film, which was invited to the “A Window on Asian Cinema” section. Her transition into film acting marks a significant expansion of her professional scope.
Career Timeline
2018 – i-dle debuts on May 2 with I Am and “LATATA.” The group follows with “Hann (Alone)” in August. Official fandom name Neverland announced in October.
2019 – Release of I Made (February) and I Trust (April). The group wins their first music show trophy. Official colors Neon Red and Chic Violet announced in June.
2020 – Release of I Trust, which becomes the group’s first release to chart on the Billboard 200. Minnie and Soyeon contribute production work to the album.
2021 – Soojin goes on hiatus in March following bullying allegations. The group releases I Burn as a five-member group. Soojin departs in August. Soyeon releases solo EP Windy in July.
2022 – The group returns as a quintet with I Never Die in March, led by “Tomboy,” which becomes a career-defining hit. Cube Entertainment terminates Soojin’s contract in March. The group releases I Love in October.
2023 – Release of I Feel (May) and the English-language EP Heat (October). Heat peaks at No. 25 on the Billboard 200, the group’s highest chart position at that point.
2024 – Release of the second studio album *2* (January) and the EP I Sway (July). The group renews their contracts with Cube Entertainment. Soyeon is promoted to full KOMCA membership.
2025 – The group rebrands from (G)I-DLE to i-dle on May 2, their seventh anniversary. Mini album We Are released on May 19. Minnie makes her solo debut with HER in January. Shuhua and Miyeon expand their acting activities.
2026 – Digital single “Mono (Feat. skaiwater)” released in January; wins first music show trophy of the year on M Countdown (February 5) and Music Bank (February 6). The “2026 i-dle World Tour [Syncopation]” kicks off in February at KSPO Dome, Seoul. The group is named to Forbes’ “30 Under 30 Asia” list in May. The ninth EP, We made, is released on July 6, led by “Gimme Dat Love”. The North American leg of the world tour is canceled in April. The group performs at Lollapalooza Chicago on July 31. Soyeon releases solo album What a Wonderful Life on September 7.
Music and Major Releases
Editorial context: The “I” series (I Am, I Made, I Trust, I Burn, I Never Die, I Love, I Feel) formed the group’s early-to-mid career arc, with each title foregrounding individual identity and emotional states. The rebrand to i-dle and the shift to the “We” series (We Are, We made) coincides with a broader, more collaborative creative identity. We made is notable for being the first i-dle comeback where Soyeon did not act as the primary composer, instead focusing on lyrics while other producers handled the music – a deliberate shift in the group’s production dynamics.
Major Achievements
Latest Verified Updates
Last Updated: September 8, 2026
- Soyeon released her first full-length solo album, What a Wonderful Life, on September 7, 2026.
- Yuqi released her second mini-album, 二十七 (27), on October 8, 2026, following a solo fan-concert tour in four Chinese cities.
- Shuhua’s debut film Happily Ever After was invited to TIFF (September 10–20, 2026) and BIFF (October 6–15, 2026).
- Miyeon has been confirmed as the female lead in the upcoming drama Cheongdam International High School: Royal Camp.
- The group performed at Lollapalooza Chicago on July 31, 2026, performing a 16-song set including the live debut of “Morning”.
- The ninth EP We made was released on July 6, 2026, and the group completed promotional activities for the title track “Gimme Dat Love.”
What We Verified
- Official agency: Cube Entertainment (confirmed via official releases and agency statements)
- Official lineup: Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, Shuhua (confirmed via official profiles and releases)
- Debut date: May 2, 2018 (confirmed via multiple news sources and official discography)
- Debut release: I Am with “LATATA” (confirmed)
- Soojin’s departure: August 2021; contract terminated March 2022 (confirmed via Cube Entertainment statement and Soompi)
- Rebranding: May 2, 2025, from (G)I-DLE to i-dle (confirmed via Cube Entertainment and Grazia)
- Fandom name: Neverland (confirmed via official announcement)
- Official colors: Neon Red and Chic Violet (confirmed via official fan cafe announcement)
- 2026 releases: “Mono” (January), We made (July) (confirmed via Cube Entertainment and news reports)
- Soyeon solo album: What a Wonderful Life, September 7, 2026 (confirmed via Yonhap News Agency)
- Forbes “30 Under 30 Asia” 2026 selection (confirmed via Korea Herald and Yonhap)
What Is Not Officially Confirmed
- Exact details of Miyeon’s departure from YG Entertainment and her trainee period there. This information is not publicly available from YG or Cube Entertainment.
- Individual member net worth figures. No reliable financial disclosures have been made.
- Private relationship status for any member. No confirmed public information exists.
- Specific training durations for each member prior to debut. This information is not publicly available.
- Future comeback dates or tour plans beyond what has been officially announced.
Official Accounts and Sources
Official Group Accounts:
- Official X: @official_i_dle
- Official Instagram: @i_dle_official
- Official YouTube: @official_i_dle
- Official TikTok: @official_i_dle
- Official Weverse: i-dle community
- Japan Official Site: i-dle.cubeent.co.jp
Official Agency:
- Cube Entertainment: cubeent.co.kr
Member Instagram (verified via official group links):
- Miyeon: @noodle.zip
- Minnie: @min.nicha
- Soyeon: @tiny.pretty.j
- Yuqi: @yuqisong.923
- Shuhua: @yeh.shaa_
Sources & References
Primary Sources
- Cube Entertainment official artist page (cubeent.co.kr)
- i-dle Japan Official Site (i-dle.cubeent.co.jp)
- Official i-dle social media accounts
Chart / Music Sources
- Billboard (chart data for Heat, I Feel, *2*, Emerging Artists chart)
- Gaon Album Chart (via cited news sources)
Reputable News / Interviews
- Yonhap News Agency: Soyeon solo album coverage (September 7, 2026)
- Korea Herald: North American tour cancellation (April 20, 2026); Forbes 30 Under 30 (May 29, 2026)
- Korea JoongAng Daily: Album and Lollapalooza announcement (April 13, 2026)
- Korea Times: We made comeback coverage (July 6, 2026)
- Soompi: Fandom name announcement (October 29, 2018); Soojin contract termination (March 5, 2022); M Countdown win (February 5, 2026); Forbes 30 Under 30 (May 31, 2026)
- Grazia Singapore: i-dle rebrand analysis (May 2025)
- SBS Star: Shuhua TIFF invitation (July 22, 2026)
- ABEMA TIMES: Member profile overview (June 2026)
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