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Jin Biography
Jin, born Kim Seok-jin in Anyang, is a South Korean singer and songwriter and a vocalist in BTS. He studied film at Konkuk University, then continued his education through graduate study at Hanyang Cyber University. Recruited as an acting student, he entered unfamiliar musical training and later described repeating choreography practice because learning dances took him longer. BTS debuted in 2013 and developed an extensive album catalogue. Awake introduced a solo performance within Wings. Epiphany continued his solo contributions to the group’s albums. Moon followed on Map of the Soul: 7. His separate recordings include the pet-inspired Tonight. Abyss followed in 2020. Super Tuna developed into a full-version solo release. He also sang with V for the Hwarang soundtrack. Yours added a Jirisan soundtrack performance. The Astronaut brought a collaboration with Coldplay. He completed military service in June 2024. Happy arrived that November, including WENDY and Gary Barlow collaborations. Echo followed in May 2025, including Loser with YENA. He discussed exploring rock, pop-punk and country-rock alongside ballads in a 2026 interview. His entertainment work includes Netflix’s Kian’s Bizarre B&B. His solo tour extended live-band performances and participatory games to the stage. He contributed to the authorized BTS oral history Beyond the Story. Bogotá’s October 2026 guidance listed the October 2–3 El Campín concerts as scheduled; completion was not established at this review. Run Jin extends his screen work into a solo variety series.
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Full name: Kim Seok-jin
Jin, born Kim Seok-jin in Anyang, is a South Korean singer and songwriter and a vocalist in BTS. He studied film at Konkuk University, then continued his education through graduate study at Hanyang Cyber University. Recruited as an acting student, he entered unfamiliar musical training and later described repeating choreography practice because learning dances took him longer. BTS debuted in 2013 and developed an extensive album catalogue. Awake introduced a solo performance within Wings. Epiphany continued his solo contributions to the group’s albums. Moon followed on Map of the Soul: 7. His separate recordings include the pet-inspired Tonight. Abyss followed in 2020. Super Tuna developed into a full-version solo release. He also sang with V for the Hwarang soundtrack. Yours added a Jirisan soundtrack performance. The Astronaut brought a collaboration with Coldplay. He completed military service in June 2024. Happy arrived that November, including WENDY and Gary Barlow collaborations. Echo followed in May 2025, including Loser with YENA. He discussed exploring rock, pop-punk and country-rock alongside ballads in a 2026 interview. His entertainment work includes Netflix’s Kian’s Bizarre B&B. His solo tour extended live-band performances and participatory games to the stage. He contributed to the authorized BTS oral history Beyond the Story. Bogotá’s October 2026 guidance listed the October 2–3 El Campín concerts as scheduled; completion was not established at this review. Run Jin extends his screen work into a solo variety series.
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What is Jin’s full name?
His legal name is Kim Seok-jin; Jin is his stage name.
Sources: Wikipedia
When and where was Jin born?
He was born on December 4, 1992, in Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
Sources: KBS · BTS Japan Official
How old is Jin?
Born December 4, 1992. His age is calculated from that date.
Sources: KBS
When did Jin debut with BTS?
BTS debuted on June 13, 2013, with Jin as a vocalist.
Sources: Reuters / Stars and Stripes
Did Jin study acting?
Before debut he studied film at Konkuk University. Kpop Herald later reported his entry to graduate study at Hanyang Cyber University in March 2017.
Sources: Wikipedia · Kpop Herald
What are Jin’s solo albums?
Happy arrived in November 2024; Echo followed in May 2025. Both have official track lists and separate solo catalogues.
Sources: Apple Music / BIGHIT MUSIC · Apple Music / BIGHIT MUSIC
When did Jin finish military service?
He was discharged on June 12, 2024.
Sources: Reuters / Stars and Stripes
Was Jin in Kian’s Bizarre B&B?
What is known about Jin’s pets?
His 2019 release message connects Tonight to a pet. This historical statement does not identify a current companion or establish living status in 2026.
Sources: TN
What is Jin’s current group work?
He is participating in BTS’s ARIRANG era. Bogotá’s government confirms the October 2–3, 2026 concerts, still scheduled when this profile was reviewed before the first show.
Sources: BIGHIT · Secretaría Distrital de Gobierno, Bogotá
How does Jin recharge between performances?
In an August 2026 Gucci campaign interview, he prioritized sleep and ordinary rest at home. These comments describe recovery habits, not a specified diet or workout plan.
Sources: Vogue Philippines