About Shownu
Son Hyunwoo, also known as Shownu, was born on June 18, 1992, in Seoul, South Korea (age 29). He is the group’s manager, lead dancer, and lead vocalist. Monsta X is a South Korean hip-hop boy group.
PROFILE
BIRTH NAME: Sohn Hyun-woo
BIRTH DATE: June 18th 1992
BIRTH PLACE: Changdong, Donbonggu, Seoul, South
HEIGHT: 5’9″
Biography
Early Life And Career
Since she was a very small child, Shownu has wanted to be an idol. Rain, a musician, served as his inspiration.
Shownu joined JYP Entertainment in 2009, following in the footsteps of his idol. But the Changdong man eventually quit the business since he didn’t see any prospects for himself there.
Shownu frequently assisted Lee Hyori, a vocalist, in her performances. He made an appearance in a number of her music videos, including Going Crazy and Bad Girls.
Later, this Gemini man was on the audition list for Starship Entertainment, another production business. After a successful audition, he was accepted as a trainee. Shownu took part in the Nu Boyz initiative.
This gifted dancer participated in the No Mercy survival reality series in December 2014. In order to make his debut, he had to beat out 13 other trainees.
Shownu was the second person to be revealed as a member of the new group Monsta X at the end of the performance. He was chosen as their leader as well.
This K-pop talent debuted with the group in May 2015. They issued the EP “Trespass.” On the Gaon Album Chart, it reached its highest point at position five.
Shownu has worked on a number of solo projects in addition to MonstaX.
He collaborated with fellow bandmate Minhyuk on the soundtrack for the television program She’s My Type. Have a Goodnight, a song, was released in August 2020.
This vocalist participated on a different soundtrack that same year. The occasion this time was for the program Tale of the Nine Tailed. In October 2020, he released I’ll be There, a rock tune.
Shownu Quick Facts
He was previously a part of Starship’s NUBOYZ.
He is good friends with Soyou (SISTAR).
He responded with Soyou when asked which female artist he would like to work with in the future.
He has the ability to pick up and move objects with his toes. He frequently has a lot of items on his bed near his feet when he is lying down, therefore he picks things up with his toes.
He only wears shorts when sleeping.
Only Shownu and Kihyun are extremely confident in their appearance; the other members think they look “ok”.
His arms, in his perspective, are his best feature. He works on his arms in particular when he works out at the gym.
He takes part in the choreography for the majority of Monsta X’s songs.
He works the hardest out of everyone.
He’d say “cow” if he had to sum himself up in one word.
He favors meat over pork, and Jooheon is his favorite member.
He claims that swimming is the only sport other than which he excels. He said Minhyuk is the hardest member to control because he can be very loud at times. He likes Minhyuk the most when he performs in variety shows because he makes it fun. He can eat three servings of ramen with two servings of rice.
He wants to give his son the name Jang Gun (Son Janggun) if he has a son. In Korean, the word “general” is jang gun.
He wants to give his daughter the name Jang Mi (Son Jangmi) if he has a daughter. The Korean word for “rose” is Jang Mi.
Along with other Kpop celebrities, he appeared in the Korean television program “Lipstick Prince” which debuted on December 1, 2016.
He made an appearance in D-Unit’s “Talk to My Face” music video while he was still a trainee (late 2013).
Shownu and Wonho both appeared in SISTAR’s “Shake It” music video.
He was in BESTie’s “Pitapat” music video.
Shownu appeared on “Cool Kiz on the
He appeared in the 2015 films “High-end Crush” and “Dae Jang Geum is Watching” (episodes 9–10).
In 2011, he sang “Now I Know” for “Protect the Boss” OST Part 6.
He worked on a solo ad with Yebin from DIA, sharing the payment with the other cast members.
He is unable to perform aegyo.
The other members enjoy making fun of him.
He acknowledged that Minhyuk is a born leader.
Shownu goes by the nicknames Showtle (for his excellent swimming ability) and Robot Shownu (for his awkwardness in social situations).
He claimed that once he starts talking, the conversation becomes awkward and the other individuals stop talking, which causes him to speak less.
Fans grew accustomed to his brief responses (“yes,” “no”) during the fan events, so frequently they only request a picture with him rather than asking him a lot of questions.
He shared a room with Hyungwon and Wonho in the old dorm.
He shares a room with Hyungwon and Jooheon in the new dorm, according to an update.
Before going to bed every night, he plays games on his iPad.
He enjoys working out.
Meat is his preferred cuisine.
His preferred hue is black.
Interests: music listening.
Shownu Military
On July 22, 2021, Shownu enrolled in the military.
Due to his medical history, he is working in the public sector.
On April 21, 2023, he is expected to be released from the military.
Shownu’s military duty is known as in Korean as a “military band” by the term “” (gun’gakdae). This is due to the fact that he is a military musician. He is acting in a non-combat capacity rather than as an active military member.
Fans were saddened by Shownu’s enrollment, but they also backed him in his determination to complete his military service. On social media, they have been expressing their support for him, and they are eager for him to come home.
Shownu Net worth 2024
In 2024, Shownu’s net worth is predicted to be between $1 and $5 million by reliable sources. This includes the money he makes from his musical endeavors, solo projects, and endorsement partnerships. Monsta X is a K-pop group that has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide, and Shownu is the group’s leader and lead dancer. Additionally, he published a solo EP called “No Excuses” that has more than 100,000 copies in circulation. Additionally, Shownu has sponsorship agreements with other companies, including as Skechers, Sprite, and Seoul Milk.
Music career: Shownu makes a good living off of his music profession. From the sales of Monsta X’s albums and singles, he gets royalties. He makes money from concerts and live appearances as well.
Solo projects: Shownu published a solo EP called “No Excuses” that has sold over 100,000 copies. His own endeavors, like as hosting variety shows and acting in advertisements, also bring considerable money for him.
