Minzy

Personal Details :

Full Name: Gong Min-ji (공민지)
Stage Name: Minzy
Date of Birth: January 18, 1994
Place of Birth: Seoul, South Korea
Nationality: South Korean
Height: 161 cm (5′3″)
Weight: Approx. 46 kg
Blood Type: O
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Religion: Christian
Education:
- Baekseok University – Theology major
- Millennium Dance Academy (training)
Languages: Korean (native), English (basic)
Profession: Singer, Dancer, Songwriter
Years Active: 2009 – present
Former Group: 2NE1 (2009–2016)
Current Label: MZ Entertainment (founded by Minzy)
Nicknames: Dance Machine, Ero Minzy, Queen of Covers
Signature Traits: Powerful dancing, charismatic stage presence, deep vocals

2009: Debuted as the youngest member of K-pop group 2NE1 under YG Entertainment at the age of 15.
2009–2015: Gained recognition for her exceptional dancing and stage presence; contributed vocals and choreography to hit songs like “Fire,” “I Am the Best,” and “Come Back Home.”
2016: Departed from 2NE1 and YG Entertainment, citing artistic growth and creative freedom as primary reasons.
2017: Released her first solo EP “Minzy Work 01: Uno” under Music Works, featuring the title track “Ninano.”
2018–2019: Performed internationally and appeared on various TV shows, including dance-related programs and variety shows.
2020: Founded her own entertainment company, MZ Entertainment, becoming a CEO while continuing her solo music career.
2020–2022: Released singles such as “Lovely” and “Teamo,” and participated in OSTs and collaborative projects.
2023–2024: Continued global promotions, with performances across Asia, the U.S., and Latin America. Also conducted dance masterclasses.
2025: Preparing for a full-length solo comeback album while managing new artists under MZ Entertainment.

Family: Minzy comes from a family of performers. Her grandmother was a well-known folk dancer in Korea.
Education: She majored in Theology at Baekseok University, demonstrating strong Christian faith.
Faith: A devout Christian, Minzy often shares inspirational messages and gospel music on social media.
Dance Background: Trained in multiple dance genres including hip-hop, popping, locking, and jazz from a young age.
Passions: Deeply passionate about dance education and female empowerment in the music industry.
Hobbies: Reading, songwriting, drawing, mentoring trainees, and teaching choreography.
Fitness: Maintains strong physical conditioning through daily dance practice and stretching routines.
Entrepreneurship: Founded her own agency, MZ Entertainment, to gain control over her career and help rising artists.
Personality: Known for her humble, grounded, and positive personality despite her fame and success.
Languages: Speaks Korean natively and basic English; has performed songs in multiple languages.

Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $1 million (as of 2025)
Primary Income Sources: Solo music releases, dance studio (Millennium Dance Academy), YouTube channel “Minzy TV”, brand endorsements, and performance fees
Business Ventures: Founder and CEO of MZ Entertainment, and owner of a dance academy in Seoul
Recent Earnings Insight: Reported making enough to easily “buy a lot of delicious food” for friends nearly every month, indicating steady income from her ventures

Korea Grand Prize Awards (2021): Received “10 People Who Shined Korea – Artist Award”
Devotion Awards (2024): Honored as Female Singer of the Year (Vietnam’s Devotion Music Awards)
Group Success: As 2NE1’s main dancer and vocalist, contributed to multiple MAMA, Melon, Golden Disc, and Seoul Music Awards wins during 2009–2016
Solo Comeback: Her debut solo EP Minzy Work 01: Uno (2017) charted #10 on Gaon and #2 on Billboard World Albums
Entrepreneurial Recognition: Founded Millennium Dance Academy (2015) and MZ Entertainment (2020), receiving praise for nurturing young talent
Media & Variety Highlights: Featured as host at Hanteo Music Awards and appeared in SBS “Shooting Stars” for celebrity soccer
Fan & Industry Acclaim: Widely praised for powerful live performances and stage presence

Minzy was the youngest member of 2NE1, debuting at just 15 years old.
She gained early fame through viral dance videos before joining YG Entertainment.
Her grandmother was a renowned traditional dancer in Korea, inspiring Minzy’s love for dance.
She was discovered by YG after a fan uploaded her dance video online.
Minzy is trained in multiple dance styles including locking, popping, and freestyle hip-hop.
She opened her own dance studio, Millennium Dance Academy, in Seoul.
Minzy is deeply religious and often performs gospel songs at church events.
She’s an introvert off-stage but becomes charismatic and powerful during performances.
Minzy enjoys drawing and has shared her artwork with fans on social media.
Despite leaving 2NE1 early, she remains on good terms with her former members and supports their solo endeavors.