- For other people known as 'Jihoon', see Jihoon.
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Park Jihoon (박지훈; or Jihoon) is a South Korean singer and actor under YY Entertainment. He is mainly known for placing 2nd in Produce 101 Season 2 and becoming a member of Wanna One. He is also a former member of the pre-debut team i-Teen.
He made his solo debut on March 26, 2019 with the mini album O'Clock.[2]
Career[]
2006: Acting debut[]
Park Jihoon originally debuted as a child actor through the 2006 MBC drama television series, Jumong.
2017-2019: Produce 101 Season 2, Wanna One, solo debut[]
In March 2017, Park Jihoon was introduced as a contestant on the second season of Mnet's reality survival show Produce 101, a year and nine-month trainee representing his agency Maroo Entertainment. In the finale, he was revealed to have ranked 2nd place, securing his spot in the project group Wanna One.
Wanna One debuted with their first mini album 1X1=1 (To Be One) on August 7, 2017 and concluded activities following their final concert on January 27, 2019.
He made his solo debut on March 26, 2019 with the mini album O'Clock.
2022: Seven Stars, The Answer[]
On June 29, it was announced that he would be one of the three Korean mentors of the Thai reality survival show Seven Stars, alongside Youngjae and Kim Jun Su.[3]
On August 12, Maroo Entertainment confirmed that Park Jihoon is preparing to return with a new album in September.[4] On September 23, it was announced that he will release his sixth mini album The Answer on October 12.[5]
2023: Blank or Black[]
On March 16, JoyNews24 reported that Park Jihoon will be having a comeback in April. Hours later, Maroo Entertainment confirmed the reports and added that Jihoon is in the final stages of preparing for his comeback.[6] On March 23, it was announced that he will release his seventh mini album Blank or Black on April 12.[7]
2024: Departure from Maroo Entertainment and signing with YY Entertainment[]
On February 29, 2024, news outlet Osen reported that Park Jihoon will not be renewing his contract with Maroo Entertainment following the expiration of his contract and is currently in talks with various other agencies.[8] On May 28, SPOTV News reported that he signed with YY Entertainment.[9] YY Entertainment officially announced Park Jihoon as their new artist on August 5.[10]
Personal life[]
Education[]
He majored in Broadcasting Arts Department at School of Performing Arts Seoul and graduated in February 2018.[11] He attended Chung-Ang University, majored in Performing Arts and Media.[12]
Discography[]
Studio albums[]
- Message (2020)
Mini albums[]
- O'Clock (2019)
- 360 (2019)
- The W (2020)
- My Collection (2021)
- Hot & Cold (2021)
- The Answer (2022)
- Blank or Black (2023)
Digital singles[]
Features[]
- Ha Sung Woon - "Don't Forget" (2019)
OSTs[]
- "At A Distance, Spring Is Green OST Part.2" ("Talk To Me") (2021)
Filmography[]
Films[]
- Audrey (2024)
Television series[]
- Jumong (MBC, 2006–2007)
- The Stories of One Thousand People (SBS, 2007)
- Kimchi Cheese Smile (MBC, 2007–2008)
- The King and I (MBC, 2007–2008)
- Iljimae (SBS, 2008)
- Just Like That Show (Tooniverse, 2011)
- Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency (JTBC, 2019)
- At A Distance, Spring Is Green (KBS2, 2021)
- Love Song for Illusion (KBS2, 2024)
Web series[]
- Love Revolution (Naver, 2020)
- Weak Hero Class 1 (Wavve, 2022)
Reality shows[]
- Produce 101 Season 2 (Mnet, 2017) - contestant
- Seven Stars (Channel 3, 2022) - mentor
Variety shows[]
- Music Universe K-909 (JTBC, 2022) - guest (ep. 5)
Musical theatre[]
- Peter Pan (2007–2009)
- The Harmonium in My Memory (2010)
- Radio Star (2010–2011)
- A Midsummer Night's Dream (2014)
Concerts[]
- Park Jihoon 2022 Concert 'Clue' (2022)[13]
Concert participation[]
- 2022 UNI-KON[14] (2022)
Endorsements[]
- April Kiss (2018)
- I'M MEME (with Bae Jin Young) (2019)
- Masita Seeweed (2019)
- 4ever & J Lab (2019)
- Pizzaetang (2019)
- Formoline L112 (2019)
Awards and nominations[]
| Year | Recipient | Award | Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korea First Brand Awards | |||
| 2022 | Park Jihoon | Idol Actor | Won[15] |
| Blue Dragon Series Awards | |||
| 2023 | Park Jihoon | Best Rookie Actor | Won[16] |
Trivia[]
- He was called a "Fashion Terrorist" for various fluorescent clothes, the most prominent was fluorescent shoelaces, which is ironic because his favorite color is black.[17]
- The reason being is that so he can be easily identified out of the 101 trainees.[17]
- He was known as a child actor, appearing in various musicals and dramas.
- It was revealed that he used to be a trainee for SM Entertainment and Fantagio.[18]
- He became known as "Wink Boy" after the introductory "It's Me (Pick Me)" stage, and this had a huge impact on his popularity, even to the point of remaining in the Top 3 in the entire show.[19]
- His self made aegyo catchphrase, "I'll save you in my heart" (내 마음 속에 저장/nae ma-eum sog-e jeojang) gesture is derived from the anime Shugo Chara where the main character, Amu, uses to transform.
- His catchphrase was used for marketing purposes due to its huge impact in social media and various broadcast platforms.
- He receiving offers from companies to become their advertisement model while Produce 101 Season 2 was still being aired as everything either worn or used by him became sold-out.
- His sometimes referred as "Jigglypuff" as he sometimes wear clothes that are all pink.
- He was a trainee for 1 year and 9 months, if including Produce 101 Season 2, then it has been 2 years and a month.
Gallery[]
- Main article: Park Jihoon (singer)/Gallery
References[]
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Opens Twitter Account + Announces Official Fan Club Name With A Little Help
- ↑ Allkpop: Park Ji Hoon releases solo debut schedule
- ↑ Facebook: Seven Stars reveals Korean mentors and producer
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Confirmed To Make September Comeback
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Announces Long-Awaited Comeback Date With 1st Teaser For “THE ANSWER”
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Confirmed To Make Spring Comeback
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Drops Stunning 1st Teaser For Solo Comeback With “Blank or Black”
- ↑ (KR) Osen: [단독] '내 마음 속에 저장' 박지훈, FA 시장 나왔다
- ↑ (KR) SPOTV News: [단독]박지훈, 새 도약 나선다…YY엔터와 전속계약
- ↑ Soompi: Park Ji Hoon Signs With Former Co-Star Bae In Hyuk's Agency
- ↑ Soompi: Idols Graduate From School Of Performing Arts Seoul
- ↑ Allkpop: Wanna One's Park Ji Hoon attends Chung-Ang University entrance ceremony
- ↑ (KR) Newsen: 박지훈, 팬들 앞으로 출격…솔로 데뷔 첫 콘서트 ‘CLUE’ 개최
- ↑ UNI-KON 2022 Line-up. UNIVERSE Twitter (2022-06-23). Retrieved on 2022-06-26.
- ↑ Soompi: Winners Of 2022 Korea First Brand Awards
- ↑ Soompi: Winners Of The 2nd Blue Dragon Series Awards
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 Produce 101 Season 2
- ↑ Koreaboo: 5 Idols You Probably Never Knew Were SM Entertainment Trainees
- ↑ Soompi: 8 Times Park Ji Hoon Stole Our Hearts
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