VIINI

*See also: His KProfile*

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**Kwon Hyun-bin** (권현빈; born March 4, 1997) also known by his stage name **Viini**, is a South Korean model, singer-songwriter, rapper and actor. He is well known for his appearance in reality survival program *Produce 101 Season 2* and debuting in former boy group JBJ.

## Biography

### Early life

Kwon Hyun-bin was born on March 4, 1997 in Seoul, South Korea. He briefly resided in Tokyo, Japan for studies, also joining the baseball team in Aoba-Japan International School. Upon return to South Korea, he studied in Jungkyung High School as an athlete specializing in Fencing, and went on to be selected as a representative for the teens' fencing tournament. Not too long after, Kwon sustained an injury, therefore, having to give up on fencing and returning to a life of an ordinary high school student.

### 2015–18: Modelling, Produce 101 S2 and JBJ

*Main articles: Produce 101 (season 2) and JBJ*
In 2015, Kwon began his modelling career under YGKPlus, the youngest roster at the time. He appeared on a variety of pictorials, as well as the May issue of GQ Korea. In April 2017, Kwon appeared on Mnet survival program Produce 101 Season 2. He finished by overall placing 22nd and soon was offered to join project boy group JBJ, consisting of contestants chosen by the viewers. In October 2017, JBJ debuted with their first extended play *Fantasy*. After seven months, the group's contract came to an end in April 2018. In midst of promotions with JBJ, Kwon appeared on JTBC reality program *Live a Good Life* alongside labelmates WINNER's Kim Jin-woo and Yoo Byung-jae. Following disbandment, Kwon became a fixed cast member of MBC variety program *Dunia: Into a New World*.

### 2019: Solo debut

On February 1, 2019, Kwon joined as a cast member on JTBC's reality show *Try It* alongside labelmate Yoo Byung-jae. On May 31, Kwon was revealed to be gearing up for a solo debut through YG Entertainment's subsidiary label YGX, followed news of the launch of YouTube channel *Kwon Hyunbin Begins* where footage of his album preparation, his daily life, and more would be revealed. Kwon made his solo debut on August 19, 2019, with self-composed lead single "Genie" under the stage name Viini. He began promotions with first music show appearance at MBC Show! Music Core on August 24.

## Endorsement

South Korean cosmetics brand *LiliByRed* selected Kwon as an exclusive model on July 20, 2017. A representative from the brand revealed: "Hyun-bin is perfectly compatible with the image of the new product, which is known through Kwon Hyun-bin's lustful lips and refreshing charm." The following year, he was joined by Gugudan's Mina as a modeling partner to increase synergy and strengthen the brand image. On September 15, 2018, he attended a fan meeting held by the cosmetics brand as a promotion for their lip products.

## Impact and influence

Hyun-bin was awarded the "Account With Most Growth" in South Korea through Instagram in 2017. The significant rise of followers within the year interpreted the impact he had made among the mass public.

## Discography

*Main article: VIINI (Discography)*
*See also: JBJ (Discography)*

## Trivia

* He wants to establish his own brand in the future.
* He speaks Korean, Japanese, and English.
* His specialties are acting, impersonating voices, and writing lyrics for raps.
* His hobby is uploading pictures to social media.
* He is left-handed.
* He is a fan of f(x)'s Krystal.
* He is close to former B.A.P members Himchan and Jongup.
* His face is 21cm long.
* He is part of the basketball team "CODE ONE", which consists of Korean models.
* VIINI's ideal type is a short woman with long hair. He prefers older women who laugh often, eat well, and practice good hygiene.