ASTRO Members Profile and Facts

ASTRO Members Profile and Facts – ASTRO (아스트로) is a South Korean boy group under Fantagio Entertainment that made their debut on February 23, 2016, with the extended play Spring Up. Originally a six-member group, ASTRO Members gained popularity for their bright and refreshing concepts, strong vocal performances, and impressive choreography. The group initially consisted of MJ, JinJin, Cha Eunwoo, Moonbin, Rocky, and Sanha.

Over the years, ASTRO has undergone significant changes. On February 28, 2023, it was officially announced that Rocky would be leaving the group following the expiration of his contract. Later, on April 19, 2023, the tragic passing of Moonbin deeply affected both the members and fans worldwide. Despite these changes, ASTRO Members continues their journey in the K-pop industry with MJ, JinJin, Cha Eunwoo, and Sanha, each pursuing both group and solo activities.

ASTRO Profile

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Astro Group Profile:

• Sub-Units:
  • Moonbin & Sanha (First ASTRO sub-unit, debuted in 2020)
  • JinJin & Rocky (Second ASTRO sub-unit, debuted in 2022)
• Soloist: MJ (Debuted as a trot singer in 2021 with “Get Set Yo”)
• ASTRO Official Fandom Name: AROHA (which stands for “ASTRO Hearts All Fans”)
• ASTRO Members Official Colors: Vivid Plum & Space Violet
• Latest Dorm Arrangement: All members currently have their own rooms.
• Official SNS:
  • Website: Fantagio | ASTRO
  • X (Twitter): @offclASTRO / (Japan): @jp_offclastro / @ASTRO_Staff
  • Instagram: @officialastro
  • TikTok: @astro_official
  • YouTube: ASTRO channel
  • Fan Cafe: Fantagio Boys
  • Weverse: ASTRO
  • Facebook: offclASTRO

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Latest Official Japanese Release:

ASTRO Members Profile

Rocky

ASTRO Members Profile Rocky:

• Stage Name: Rocky (라키)
• Birth Name: Park Min-hyuk (박민혁)
• Position(s): Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Vocalist
• Birthday: February 25th, 1999
• Zodiac Sign: Pisces
• Birthplace: Jinju, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea
• Height: 176 cm (5’9″)
• Weight: 63 kg (139 lbs)
• Blood Type: O
• MBTI Type: ESFJ
• Sub-unit: Jinjin & Rocky
• Specialities: Cooking, Dancing, Taekwondo, Choreographer
• Instagram: @p_rocky
• Soundcloud: rockycl0ud
• Weibo: ASTRO_ROCKY

Rocky Facts:

• Nickname: “Chef Minhyuk” due to his excellent cooking skills.
• Family: He has a younger brother, Jeonggeun, who is a member of the boy group HAWW.
• Education: Graduated from Hanlim Multi Arts High School.
• Unofficial fandom name: Known as “Pebble”, a nickname given by his fans.
• Role model: He looks up to BIGBANG’s G-Dragon and considers him a major inspiration.
• Friendship circle: Close friends with Joohoney (MONSTA X), Suhyun (AKMU), Kim Sae-ron, Chani (SF9), Seungkwan & Dino (SEVENTEEN).
• Departure from ASTRO: On February 28, 2023, Fantagio announced that after long discussions, Rocky decided to leave ASTRO Members and the company following the expiration of his contract.

Moonbin

ASTRO Members Profile Moonbin:

• Stage Name: Moonbin (문빈)
• Birth Name: Moon Bin (문빈)
• Position(s): Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Center
• Birthday: January 26th, 1998
• Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
• Birthplace: Cheongju, Chungbuk, South Korea
• Height: 182 cm (6’0″)
• Weight: 68 kg (150 lbs)
• Blood Type: B
• MBTI Type: INFP
• Specialities: Piano, Acting, Water Sports, Dancing
• Sub-unit: ASTRO MOONBIN & SANHA
• Instagram: @moon_ko_ng
• Weibo: ASTRO_文彬

Moonbin Facts:

• Family: He was the older brother of Moon Sua (Billlie) and was always supportive of her career.
• Childhood Stardom: In 2006, he starred as Mini U-Know Yunho in DBSK’s “Balloons” MV, marking his early steps in the entertainment industry.
• Education: Graduated from Hanlim Multi Arts High School in 2016.
• Role Model: He deeply admired BIGBANG’s Taeyang, drawing inspiration from his artistry and stage presence.
• Friendship Circle: He shared a close bond with BTS’ Jungkook and SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan, forming lifelong friendships in the industry.
• Alternate Career Path: If he hadn’t become an idol, he believed he would have pursued a career as an athlete, most likely in swimming.
• Fun Fact: If he were a girl, he once said he would date Eunwoo, joking that Eunwoo’s handsomeness and caring nature made him an ideal boyfriend.
• Tragic Passing: On April 19, 2023, his manager discovered him at home, and it was later reported by the Seoul Gangnam Police Station that he had passed away.

Sanha

ASTRO Members Profile Sanha:

• Stage Name: Sanha (산하)
• Birth Name: Yoon San-ha (윤산하)
• Position(s): Lead Vocalist, Maknae
• Birthday: March 21st, 2000
• Zodiac Sign: Aries
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Height: 185 cm (6’1″)
• Weight: 67 kg (148 lbs)
• Blood Type: AB
• MBTI Type: ESFJ (When he 1st took the test his result was ENTP)
• Specialities: Guitar, Flexible Body, Dancing, Fast Learning
• Sub-unit: ASTRO Members MOONBIN & SANHA
• Instagram: @ddana_yoon
• Weibo: ASTRO_尹产贺

Sanha Facts:

• Nicknames: Known as Beagle, Ddana, and Baby Tiger due to his playful and energetic nature.
• Personality: Often described as pure and innocent, but also mischievous when teasing his older members.
• Family: The youngest of three brothers, with Junha (born in 1995) and Jeha (born in 1998).
• Musical Roots: Learned to play the guitar from his father and brothers, sparking his passion for music.
• Education: Attended A-Sound Music Academy, where he honed his musical skills.
• Faith: A devoted Christian who often expresses gratitude for his journey.
• Pre-Debut: He was the third trainee to be introduced through Fantagio’s Photo Test Cut series.
• Mischievous Side: Loves to tease and “bully” his hyungs, but always in a playful and affectionate way.
• Role Model: Admires Busker Busker, a South Korean indie band known for their heartfelt music.
• Alternative Career: If he weren’t a K-pop idol, he would most likely be a guitarist.
• Friendship Circle: Close friends with Eric & Sunwoo (THE BOYZ), Daehwi (AB6IX), Bomin (Golden Child), Hyunjin (Stray Kids), and Haechan (NCT).
• Fun Fact: When asked who he would date if he were a girl, he confidently said himself! (Astro Members Idol Party 170109).

Cha Eunwoo

ASTRO Members Profile Cha Eunwoo:

• Stage Name: Cha Eunwoo (차은우)
• Birth Name: Lee Dong-min (이동민)
• Position(s): Vocalist, Visual, Face of The Group
• Birthday: March 30th, 1997
• Zodiac Sign: Aries
• Birthplace: Sabon District, Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
• Height: 183 cm (6’0″)
• Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs)
• Blood Type: B
• MBTI Type: INFJ
• Specialities: Swimming, Guitar, Violin, Piano, DJ-ing
• Instagram: @eunwo.o_c
• TikTok: @at_chaeunwoo
• Weibo: ASTRO_车银优
• YouTube: 차은우 CHAEUNWOO

Cha Eunwoo Facts:

• Family: He has a younger brother who is currently studying in China.
• Nicknames: Known as “Morning Alarm” (because he wakes up early), “White Tee Guy”, and “Nunu”.
• “Face Genius”: Earned the title for having a ridiculously handsome and flawless visual.
• Personality: Though he appears chic and reserved, he is known for being deeply loyal to those close to him.
• Education: Graduated from Hanlim Multi Arts School (2016) and later enrolled in Sungkyunkwan University as an Acting major (accepted in November 2015).
• Pre-Debut Moments:
  • 2013: Participated in Mr. Pizza’s iTeen Audition Promotional Model alongside Moonbin.
  • 2014/2015: Became the brand ambassador for Shara Shara Make-Up.
• He was the 4th trainee introduced through Fantagio’s Photo Test Cut series.
• Language Skills: Considered one of ASTRO’s best English speakers, as revealed by Jinjin.
• Favorite Color: Blue.
• Role Models: Looks up to Seo Kang Jun (5urprise) and EXO, admiring both their acting and musical talents.
• Friendship Circle: Close friends with Mingyu, The8, DK (SEVENTEEN), Jungkook (BTS), Jaehyun (NCT), Bambam & Yugyeom (GOT7).
• Alternate Career Choices: If not a K-pop idol, he could see himself as a teacher, doctor, or news anchor.
• Fun Fact: If he were a girl, he would date Jinjin, jokingly saying he would be a reliable and fun partner! (Astro Members Idol Party 170109).

MJ

ASTRO Members Profile MJ:

• Stage Name: MJ (엠제이)
• Birth Name: Kim Myung-jun (김명준)
• Position: Main Vocalist
• Birthday: March 5th, 1994
• Zodiac Sign: Pisces
• Birthplace: Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
• Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
• Weight: 58 kg (128 lbs)
• Blood Type: O
• MBTI Type: ENFP
• Speciality: Lame Jokes
• Instagram: @mj_7.7.7
• TikTok: @astro_mj777
• Weibo: ASTRO_MJ

MJ Facts:

• Nickname: Known as “The Happy Virus” because he’s always laughing and spreading positive energy.
• Personality: A natural comedian, full of mischief and lighthearted jokes.
• Pre-Debut Achievements:
• 2012: Competed in the JYP Ent. x HUM Audition and won a one-year scholarship to Seoul National University.
• 2015: Starred in Fantagio’s web drama To Be Continued.
• Favorite Superhero: Iron Man, because of his cool tech and wit.
• First ASTRO Members Friend: Sanha was the first member he bonded with after joining Fantagio.
• 4D Personality: Moonbin once described MJ as a bit weird (in an endearing way), calling him a “4D character”.
• Role Model: Lee Seung Gi, admiring his skills as both an actor and singer.
• Friendship Circle: Close with Kookheon (MYTEEN), Hyojin & E-Tion (ONF).
• Alternate Universe Dating: If he were a girl, he’d date himself, saying he’d be the perfect boyfriend (Astro Members Idol Party 170109).
• Solo Debut: On November 3, 2021, he launched his solo career with the song “Get Set Yo”.
• Military Service: Announced during AAF (Astro Aroha Fanmeet) that he enlisted on May 9, 2022.

JinJin

ASTRO Members Profile JinJin:

• Stage Name: JinJin (진진)
• Birth Name: Park Jin-woo (박진우)
• Position(s): Leader, Main Rapper, Lead Dancer
• Birthday: March 15th, 1996
• Zodiac Sign: Pisces
• Birthplace: Ilsan, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
• Official Height: 174 cm (5’8″) / Real Height: 169 cm (5’7’’)-members exposed JinJin’s real height on their V Live in 2019
• Weight: 63 kg (139 lbs)
• Blood Type: A
• MBTI Type: ENFP
• Subunit: Jinjin & Rocky
• Speciality: Drums
• Instagram: @ast_jinjin
• Weibo: ASTRO_JINJIN

JinJin Facts:

• Nickname: Dubbed “Angelic Smile” because of his warm and friendly aura.
• Personality: A naturally caring and kind-hearted person.
• Slow Rapper Vibes: Often teased for being a “Slow Rapper” due to his unhurried way of speaking.
• Education: Graduated from Hanlim Multi Arts High School.
• Dance Background: Trained at NY Dance Academy in Ilsan before joining Fantagio.
• Pre-Debut Spotlight: The 5th trainee to be introduced via Fantagio iTeen’s Photo Test Cut.
• Morning Routine: According to Eunwoo, JinJin is always the last to wake up.
• School Connection: Attended the same school as ex-Wanna One’s Ong Seongwoo, but Seongwoo was his senior.
• Hidden Talent: A beatboxing pro (The Immigration).
• Alternative Career Path: If not an idol, he would have been a drummer, as he has a deep passion for playing drums (AlArabiya Int.).
• Role Model: BigBang’s G-Dragon, inspired by his artistry and influence.
• Dancing Roots: Used to be in the same street dance crew as GOT7’s Yugyeom (VLive).
• Ultimate Bias: If he were a girl, he’d date Eunwoo—because let’s be real, who wouldn’t fall for that face?