Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon and Ni-ki now make up the group ENHYPEN, with their ages ranging from 21 to 24 based on the age each member reaches during the year.
The lineup changed when founding member Heeseung left ENHYPEN in 2026 to prepare for a solo career under BELIFT LAB. He remains an important part of the group’s history, so his age and original profile are also included below.
ENHYPEN was formed through the reality competition I-LAND. The original seven-member lineup debuted in 2020 with the mini-album BORDER: DAY ONE. Every member was still a teenager at the time, with Ni-ki only 14 and Heeseung the oldest at 19.
The youngest member enters his twenties during 2026, and the four oldest active members all reach their mid-twenties.
ENHYPEN Members Ages in 2026
- Jay was born in 2002 and turns 24 in 2026.
- Jake was born in 2002 and turns 24 in 2026.
- Sunghoon was born in 2002 and turns 24 in 2026.
- Sunoo was born in 2003 and turns 23 in 2026.
- Jungwon was born in 2004 and turns 22 in 2026.
- Ni-ki was born in 2005 and turns 21 in 2026.
- Former member Heeseung was born in 2001 and turns 25 in 2026.
How Old Is Every ENHYPEN Member in 2026?
The table uses international age and shows the age each member reaches during 2026. That approach keeps the information clear for the entire year. A member may be one year younger before his birthday arrives.
| Member | Date of Birth | Age in 2026 | Age at ENHYPEN Debut | Role in the Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay | April 20, 2002 | 24 | 18 | Active member |
| Jake | November 15, 2002 | 24 | 18 | Active member |
| Sunghoon | December 8, 2002 | 24 | 17 | Active member |
| Sunoo | June 24, 2003 | 23 | 17 | Active member |
| Jungwon | February 9, 2004 | 22 | 16 | Active member and leader |
| Ni-ki | December 9, 2005 | 21 | 14 | Active member and maknae |
| Heeseung | October 15, 2001 | 25 | 19 | Former member pursuing a solo career |
ENHYPEN Started as Seven and Entered 2026 as Six
ENHYPEN emerged from I-LAND, the survival program created through a partnership involving CJ ENM and Big Hit Entertainment, now HYBE. The show followed trainees through performances, evaluations and eliminations before the final debut lineup was selected.
A Grammy feature on rising K-pop artists later identified ENHYPEN as one of the acts gaining attention outside South Korea. The group’s arrival also drew comparisons with other seven-member Korean groups. Fans interested in another major HYBE act can see how the original lineup compared with the ages of the BTS members.
Viewers selected Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Ni-ki, Heeseung and Sunghoon through the final global vote. Producers selected Sunoo for the last place in the original lineup.
The group debuted with BORDER: DAY ONE. Its themes of uncertainty, ambition and crossing into an unfamiliar world fit a group whose members had just survived a highly watched competition.
The name ENHYPEN refers to the hyphen that connects separate words. The idea represented seven young performers discovering one another and growing as a team. That original history remains important, even though the official lineup now contains six members.
BELIFT LAB confirmed the change in an official notice about ENHYPEN’s future activities. The company said Heeseung had a separate musical direction he wanted to pursue. ENHYPEN would continue as six, and Heeseung would prepare solo work under the same agency.
ENHYPEN Member Profiles in Age Order
The active members are listed from oldest to youngest. Heeseung appears afterward in a separate section because he is no longer part of the current group.
Jay Is 24 in 2026
Park Jongsung (박종성) was born on April 20, 2002. He reaches 24 during 2026.
Jay was born in Seattle and later moved to South Korea. His background gives him a natural connection with English-speaking fans. He is known for his sharp stage presence, direct personality and strong interest in fashion.
He finished second in the final I-LAND ranking. Jay was already 18 when ENHYPEN debuted, making him one of the group’s older members from the beginning.
Fans often notice how easily Jay moves between serious interviews and chaotic group content. He can appear intense on stage, then become one of the funniest members during variety appearances.
Jake Is 24 in 2026
Jake Sim (제이크 심) was born on November 15, 2002. He also reaches 24 in 2026.
Jake was born in South Korea and spent part of his youth in Australia. He speaks English and Korean, which has made him one of the group’s most familiar voices during international interviews.
He ranked third in the I-LAND finale. Jake had spent less time training than several other contestants, so his improvement became an important part of his story on the program.
His relaxed manner has helped him connect with fans. On stage, he brings a cleaner and more forceful presence than his friendly offstage personality might suggest.
Sunghoon Is 24 in 2026
Park Sung-hoon (박성훈) was born on December 8, 2002. He turns 24 near the end of 2026.
Before becoming an idol, Sunghoon competed as a figure skater. Years of skating gave him body control, balance and comfort in front of an audience. Fans can still see that background in the precision of his movement.
Sunghoon finished sixth on I-LAND. He was 17 when ENHYPEN debuted and turned 18 soon afterward.
His polished appearance led to the familiar “ice prince” nickname. The label fits his skating history and calm public image. Longtime fans also know that his quieter humor becomes more noticeable in the group’s unscripted content.
Sunoo Is 23 in 2026
Kim Sun-woo (김선우) was born on June 24, 2003. He turns 23 in 2026.
Sunoo earned the final place in ENHYPEN through the producers’ choice after ranking eighth in the global vote. His expressive face, bright delivery and ability to change mood quickly made him memorable throughout I-LAND.
He was 17 at the group’s debut. Sunoo has since developed into a confident performer who can carry light material and darker concepts without losing his own personality.
His cheerful public image only tells part of the story. Fans also value his quick observations, emotional intelligence and willingness to say what he thinks.
Jungwon Is 22 in 2026
Yang Jung-won (양정원) was born on February 9, 2004. He turns 22 in 2026.
Jungwon finished first in the final I-LAND vote. ENHYPEN later selected him as leader, even though several members were older.
He was only 16 when the group debuted. Leading six other teenagers under heavy public attention would have been difficult for any performer. Jungwon developed a steady style that relies on listening and keeping the group organized.
His voice has a recognizable tone that stands out immediately in ENHYPEN songs. Strong dance control and dependable live performances have also made him central to the group’s stage identity.
Ni-ki Is 21 in 2026
Nishimura Riki (니키) was born on December 9, 2005. He reaches 21 at the end of 2026.
Ni-ki was born in Okayama, Japan. Dance formed part of his life long before ENHYPEN, and his technical skill was obvious during I-LAND. He finished fourth in the final ranking.
He was only 14 when ENHYPEN debuted. Watching Ni-ki grow from a teenage contestant into an adult touring performer has become one of the clearest markers of how much time has passed since the group began.
Ni-ki remains ENHYPEN’s maknae, the Korean term used for the youngest member. His position no longer means that he looks like the child of the group. By 2026, his stage presence is among the most commanding in the lineup.
Heeseung Is 25 in 2026 and Is No Longer an ENHYPEN Member
Lee Hee-seung (이희승) was born on October 15, 2001. He turns 25 in 2026.
Heeseung was the oldest member of ENHYPEN’s original lineup. He finished fifth on I-LAND and became known as a reliable all-round performer with strong vocals, dance ability and stage experience.
He was 19 when ENHYPEN debuted. His departure in 2026 ended almost six years with the group and produced a strong reaction from ENGENE communities.
Heeseung remains signed to BELIFT LAB and is preparing for a solo career. Readers searching for the original seven members will still find him in older songs, videos, photographs and performances. Current ENHYPEN promotions feature the remaining six members.
The Age Gap Has Always Worked in ENHYPEN’s Favor
Only four years separate Jay and Ni-ki by birth year within the active lineup. The gap is small enough for the members to feel like peers, yet large enough to create a clear age order familiar to K-pop fans.
Jay, Jake and Sunghoon were all born in 2002. Sunoo followed in 2003, Jungwon in 2004 and Ni-ki in 2005.
That compact range helped the group grow through similar life stages. Several members entered adulthood after debuting. Ni-ki spent his middle teenage years under constant public attention. By 2026, every active member is an adult.
Their development can be heard as well as seen. Early releases leaned heavily into uncertainty, identity and the tension of entering a strange world. Later performances carry more confidence because the members no longer look like trainees trying to prove that they belong together.
From BORDER: DAY ONE to the 2026 Era
ENHYPEN debuted in 2020 with BORDER: DAY ONE. The mini-album introduced the group’s supernatural storytelling and established the themes that would return throughout its music.
A Japanese debut followed in 2021. Songs including “Drunk-Dazed,” “FEVER,” “Bite Me,” “Sweet Venom” and “XO (Only If You Say Yes)” expanded the group’s audience.
“Drunk-Dazed” became one of the defining tracks from ENHYPEN’s early period. A Forbes interview about the group’s international success captured how quickly its music had begun reaching listeners outside Korea.
The original lineup released the seventh mini-album THE SIN: VANISH in 2026. BELIFT LAB described it as another chapter in the group’s continuing vampire story in the official album and showcase announcement.
The remaining six members then began the BLOOD SAGA era. The new world tour announcement confirmed ENHYPEN’s next major concert chapter under the revised lineup.
Another release, THE SIN: BLISS, was announced for 2026. The record carries the same broader story into ENHYPEN’s six-member period.
ENHYPEN’s Global Reach in 2026
ENHYPEN no longer feels like a new group trying to find an international audience. That audience is already there.
ENGENE communities follow the group across South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, North America, Latin America and Europe. Jake and Jay help during English-language appearances. Ni-ki provides a direct connection with Japanese fans. Every member has also developed an individual audience through performances and online content.
The group’s vampire concept has remained useful because it gives each album a recognizable world. Fans can follow the music on its own or pay attention to the visual clues, fictional characters and continuing narrative.
ENHYPEN’s official X account connects millions of followers with performance clips, photographs and announcements. Weverse provides another direct channel for member posts and fan communication.
The group has also helped define a younger international wave of K-pop. A look at the ages of the NewJeans members shows how several major HYBE-associated acts began with performers still in their teens.
What the Six-Member Change Means for Fans
Losing a founding member changes the balance of any group. Vocal distribution, choreography, formations and older songs all require adjustments.
ENHYPEN has an advantage because its members have years of live experience. Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon and Ni-ki already know how to carry large concerts and demanding performances.
Fans may still prefer the original seven-member lineup. That reaction is understandable. Heeseung played a major role in ENHYPEN’s sound and identity.
The six current members now have to create a convincing next chapter without pretending the earlier one never happened. New music and the BLOOD SAGA tour will show how the group redistributes its parts and develops its sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last Words
ENHYPEN began as seven teenagers selected through a television competition. In 2026, the group consists of six adults preparing for another album and world tour.
Jay, Jake and Sunghoon reach 24. Sunoo reaches 23. Leader Jungwon turns 22. Ni-ki, once the 14-year-old maknae from I-LAND, turns 21.
Heeseung reaches 25 as he begins a separate solo path. His departure changes the group’s story, but it does not erase his place in its first six years.
ENHYPEN has grown in public from a nervous new team into an established international act. Its next challenge is proving that the changed lineup can build something strong from everything the original one created.
