🏆 TWICE has reached No. 5 in the K-pop Idol ranking for Week 08, 2026.
Group Profile
- Group Name: TWICE (트와이스)
- Meaning of Name: TWICE = Touch your heart twice, once through the ears and once through the eyes
- Debut: Oct 20, 2015
- Current state: Active
- Years Active: 2015–present (11 years)
- Entertainment Company: JYP Entertainment
- Fandom: ONCE
- Group Color: Apricot & Neon Magenta
- Members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, Tzuyu
- Oldest Member: Nayeon
- Youngest Member: Tzuyu
- Most Popular Member: Nayeon
- Country: South Korea
- Generation: A 3rd Generation K-pop group (Gen 3)
TWICE is a South Korean girl group managed by JYP Entertainment. The group debuted on October 20, 2015, with the extended play (EP) The Story Begins. The lineup was selected through the reality competition program Sixteen, organized by JYP Entertainment.
TWICE consists of nine members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu. The group includes five South Korean nationals (Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Jihyo, Dahyun, and Chaeyoung), three Japanese nationals (Momo, Sana, and Mina), and one Taiwanese national (Tzuyu).
Meaning of TWICE
The name TWICE was designated by JYP Entertainment founder Park Jin-young. The designation indicates that the group aims to impact the audience twice: once through their audio recordings and once through their visual performances.
Fandom & lightstick
The official fandom of TWICE is named ONCE. In 2015, the members stated that the name is derived from the idea that if fans love the group even “once,” the members will repay that affection “twice.”
The official lightstick of TWICE is titled the Candy Bong, inspired by the track “Candy Boy” from their debut EP. There are three official versions of the device:
- Candy Bong V1 (October 2016): A transparent sphere that emits apricot and neon magenta light.
- Candy Bong Z (May 2019): This version introduced remote color control capabilities for concerts, allowing for synchronization with individual member colors across the venue.
- Candy Bong ∞ (March 2023): Released during the promotional period for “Set Me Free.” The version was disclosed by Momo via the DearU Bubble platform prior to the official announcement by JYP Entertainment. The release included the caption: “TWICE + ONCE = ∞”.
Popularity
TWICE maintains a following across South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, North America, and Europe. In Japan, the group operates with a dedicated management structure and releases music simultaneously with their South Korean discography. The official YouTube channel for TWICE has recorded over 19 million subscribers and 8.3 billion total views. In 2026, February, the group had 12 music videos exceeding 400 million views, with “What is Love?” surpassing 900 million views.
Awards
- In 2016, TWICE received the Song of the Year (Daesang) for “Cheer Up” at the Melon Music Awards.
- In 2018, the group received Song of the Year (Daesang) for “What is Love?”, Best Female Group, and Best Dance Performance Female Group at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA).
- In 2019, TWICE received Bonsang awards at the Golden Disc Awards and the Gaon Chart Music Awards.
- In 2023, the group received the Favorite Idol Girl Group Popularity Award at the K-Global Heart Dream Awards.
- In 2024, TWICE received Group of the Year and Album of the Year (for With YOU-th) at the Pop Golden Awards, alongside the Fans’ Choice Female Top 10 at the MAMA Awards.
- In 2025, the group received the Fans’ Choice Female Top 10 at the MAMA Awards.
Musical style
TWICE debuted with a focus on bubblegum pop and teen pop, utilizing choreography and bright visual concepts. From 2017 to 2018, the group released synth-pop and dance-pop tracks such as “Likey” and “Heart Shaker.”
In 2019, the release of “Fancy” transitioned the group toward a different visual style compared to previous works. From 2020 onward, the group explored various genres: tropical pop in “More & More,” 1980s synth-pop in “I Can’t Stop Me,” bossa nova in “Alcohol-Free,” and English-language disco-pop in “The Feels.”
TWICE Members
Nayeon
- Full Name: Im Nayeon
- Native Name: 임나연
- Alias: Nabongs, Bunny Unnie, Imu Nayon, Mat-nae
- Birthday: Sep 22, 1995 (30 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height: 163 cm (5’4”)
- Weight: 47 kg (104 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- MBTI: ISTP (The Crafter)
- Place of Birth: Gangdong District, Seoul, South Korea
- Country: South Korean
- Languages: Korean, English
- Position: Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Center
- Representative Animal: Rabbit 🐰
- Representative Color: Light Blue / Sky Blue
- Training period: 2010–2015 (5 Years)
Nayeon is known for her clear and bright vocal tone. In terms of image, she often favors brightly colored outfits, such as yellow and green, paired with youthful designs and cute accessories. Her makeup style emphasizes blush and lip color, contributing to a radiant appearance. She is generally associated with a cheerful and energetic image.
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Jeongyeon
- Full Name: Yoo Jeong-yeon
- Native Name: 유정연
- Alias: Yoo Leader, Jeongvely, Tofu Jeongyeon
- Birthday: Nov 01, 1996 (29 years old)
- Blood type: O
- Height: 167 cm (5’6")
- Weight: 49 kg (108 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- MBTI: ESFJ (The Consul)
- Place of Birth: Suwon, Gyeonggi, South Korea
- Country: South Korean
- Languages: Korean, Japanese
- Position: Lead Vocalist
- Representative Color: Yellow-Green
- Training period: 2010–2015 (5 Years)
Jeongyeon is regarded as having a stable vocal ability, with proficiency in harmonies and a strong supporting vocal role. Her image is commonly associated with a tomboy style, characterized by casual outfits such as hoodies, baggy jeans, and sneakers; short hair and light makeup contribute to a natural and healthy appearance. In her artistic activities, she often appears in concepts that emphasize a cool, casual, modern, and free-spirited image.
→ [Read more about Jeongyeon]
Momo
- Full Name: Hirai Momo
- Native Name: 平井 もも
- Alias: Moguri, Momoring, Dance Machine
- Birthday: Nov 09, 1996 (29 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height: 162 cm (5’4")
- Weight: 48 kg (105.8 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Position: Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper
- MBTI: INFP
- Place of Birth: Kyōtanabe, Kyoto, Japan
- Country: Japanese
- Languages: Japanese, Korean
- Representative Color: Pink
- Training period: 2012–2015 (3 Years)
Momo began her dance training at the age of three alongside her sister. Before moving to South Korea, she appeared in a music video for the singer Lexy in 2008 and participated in the talent search competition Superstar K in 2011.
→ [Read more about Momo]
Sana
- Full Name: Sana Minatozaki
- Native Name: 湊崎 紗夏
- Alias: Sanaconda
- Birthday: Dec 29, 1996 (29 years old)
- Blood type: B
- Height: 168 cm (5’6")
- Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- MBTI: ENFP
- Place of Birth: Osaka, Japan
- Country: Japanese
- Languages: Japanese, Korean
- Position: Sub-Vocalist, sub-dancer
- Representative Color: Purple
- Training period: 2012–2015 (3 Years)
Sana has a sweet voice with the ability to naturally perform cute and bright songs. She likes feminine fashion style with short skirts, blouses, and small cute high heels. Sana creates distinction through her ability to convey positive energy and make every performance cheerful and lively.
→ [Read more about Sana]
Jihyo
- Full Name: Park Ji-hyo
- Native Name: 박지효
- Alias: God Jihyo, Mic
- Birthday: Feb 01, 1997 (29 years old)
- Blood type: O
- Height: 162 cm (5'4")
- Weight: 56 kg (123 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Position: Leader, Main Vocalist
- MBTI: ISFJ
- Place of Birth: Guri, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
- Country: South Korean
- Languages: Korean, English
- Representative Color: Apricot / Peach
- Training period: 2005–2015 (10 Years)
Jihyo is known for her straightforward personality and serious work ethic. She often shares experiences from her training period as well as challenges encountered in her career. Jihyo is regarded for her natural leadership ability, vocal skills, and capacity to foster trust within a group.
→ [Read more about Jihyo]
Mina
- Full Name: Myoui Mina
- Native Name: 名井 南
- Alias: Black Swan
- Birthday: Mar 24, 1997 (28 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height: 163 cm (5'4")
- Weight: 46 kg (101 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Position: Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist
- MBTI: ISTP
- Place of Birth: San Antonio, Texas, USA
- Country: Japanese
- Languages: Japanese, English, Korean
- Representative Animal: Penguin 🐧
- Training period: 2014–2015
Mina has a background in ballet from childhood, which is reflected in her choreography style and stage presence. She is associated with an elegant fashion sense, often appearing in long dresses, cardigans, and ballet flats.
→ [Read more about Mina]
Dahyun
- Full Name: Kim Da-hyun
- Native Name: 김다현
- Alias: Dubu, Tofu
- Birthday: May 28, 1998 (27 years old)
- Blood type: O
- Height: 161 cm (5’3")
- Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- MBTI: ISFJ (The Defender)
- Place of Birth: Seongnam, Gyeonggi, South Korea
- Country: South Korean
- Languages: Korean, English
- Position: Lead Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
- Representative Color: White
- Training period: 2012–2015 (3 Years)
Dahyun has a humorous performance style and the ability to create naturally amusing situations. She often interacts with the camera in a friendly manner and engages in entertainment-focused actions on television programs.
→ [Read more about Dahyun]
Chaeyoung
- Full Name: Son Chaeyoung
- Native Name: 손채영
- Alias: Pretty Rap Star, Chaeng
- Birthday: Apr 23, 1999 (26 years old)
- Blood type: B
- Height: 163 cm (5’4")
- Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Position: Main Rapper, Vocalist
- MBTI: INFP (The Mediator)
- Place of Birth: Seoul, South Korea
- Country: South Korean
- Language: Korean
- Representative Animal: Tiger 🐯
- Representative Color: Red
- Training period: 2012–2015 (3 Years)
Chaeyoung is the group’s rapper, known for her ability to perform with various rap flows and for contributing to lyric writing on several songs. In terms of fashion, she follows an eclectic style, often combining items such as vintage tops, shorts, and high-top boots.
→ [Read more about Chaeyoung]
Tzuyu
- Full Name: Chou Tzu-yu
- Native Name: 周子瑜
- Alias: Chocolate
- Birthday: Jun 14, 1999 (26 years old)
- Blood type: A
- Height: 172 cm (5’8")
- Weight: 50 kg (110 lbs)
- Gender: Female
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- MBTI: ISFP
- Place of Birth: Tainan, Taiwan
- Country: Taiwanese
- Languages: Mandarin, Korean
- Position: Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Visual, Face of the Group, Maknae
- Representative Color: Blue / Navy-Blue
- Representative Animal: Penguin 🐧
- Training period: 2012–2015 (3 Years)
Tzuyu is often noted for her appearance in filming and photoshoot activities. She demonstrates a stable performance demeanor with gentle movements and upright posture. Her public image is associated with a natural and reserved style in the activities of TWICE.
→ [Read more about Tzuyu]