Personal Details :
- Full Name: Jung Eun-ji (born Jung Hye-rim)
- Date of Birth: August 18, 1993
- Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
- Height: ~162–163 cm
- Weight: ~47–48 kg
- Blood Type: B
- Stage Name: Eunji
- Group: Apink (Main Vocalist, Debuted April 2011)
- Solo Debut: April 18, 2016 – EP Dream
- Education: Hyehwa Girls’ High School (Busan)
- Family: Mother Kim Mi-jeong, Father Jeong Won-gil, Brother Jung Min-ki
- Current Agency: Billions Entertainment (joined May 2025)
- Previous Agency: IST Entertainment (2011–2025)
- Acting Debut: Reply 1997 (2012)
- Notable Dramas:
- Reply 1997 (2012)
- That Winter, The Wind Blows (2013)
- Lovers of Music (2014)
- Cheer Up! (2015)
- Untouchable (2017)
- Work Later, Drink Now (2021–2022)
- Blind (2022)
- Miss Night and Day (2024)
- Pump Up the Healthy Love (2025)
- Musical Theater:
- Legally Blonde (2012) – Elle Woods
- Full House (2014)
- The Great Comet (2021)
- Hobbies: Piano, Taekwondo, Imagining Music Videos
- Vocal Skills: Known for perfect pitch and 5-octave range
- Nicknames: Happy Virus, Busan Girl
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @artist_eunji
- YouTube: Wise Meong
- Twitter (X): @Apinkjej
- Babepedia Profile:Eunji on Babepedia
Career Overview :
- Group Debut:
- Debuted as the main vocalist of Apink on April 19, 2011 under A Cube Entertainment (later IST Entertainment).
- Trained for only two months before debut, yet gained attention for her powerful vocals.
- Solo Music Career:
- 2016 – Dream (EP): Debut solo album featuring “Hopefully Sky”, which topped music charts.
- 2017 – The Space (EP): Included self-written songs like “The Spring”.
- 2018 – Hyehwa (EP): Reflected her thoughts on youth and growth.
- 2020 – Simple (EP): A softer, more acoustic approach.
- 2023 – log (EP): A warm and introspective album with stories from her daily life.
- Acting Career:
- 2012 – Reply 1997: Breakout acting debut; won Best New Actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards.
- 2013 – That Winter, the Wind Blows: Played a supporting role alongside top stars.
- 2014 – Lovers of Music (Trot Lovers): Lead role in a music-centered drama.
- 2015 – Cheer Up!: Portrayed a passionate cheerleader with emotional depth.
- 2017 – Untouchable: A more serious role in a crime/action thriller.
- 2021–2022 – Work Later, Drink Now: Played an alcoholic writer; praised for comedic timing and realism.
- 2022 – Blind: Crime thriller about justice and revenge.
- 2024 – Miss Night and Day: Fantasy drama involving time-switching identities.
- 2025 – Pump Up the Healthy Love: Romantic comedy about health influencers; paired with Lee Jun-young.
- Musical Theatre:
- 2012 – Legally Blonde: Played Elle Woods; praised for strong vocals and charm.
- 2014 – Full House: Starred as Han Ji-eun in the musical version of the popular drama.
- 2021 – The Great Comet: Took on a challenging role in the critically acclaimed musical.
- Variety Shows & Other Activities:
- Participated in several variety shows including Running Man, Knowing Bros, and I Live Alone.
- Featured on many OSTs for dramas and films.
- Known for MC-ing, guest appearances, and special stages.
- Agency History:
- 2011–2025: IST Entertainment (originally A Cube / Plan A).
- May 2025–present: Signed with Billions Entertainment to focus on acting and solo work.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Birth Name: Jung Hye-rim (정혜림)
- Legal Name Change: Changed to Jung Eun-ji in middle school
- Date of Birth: August 18, 1993
- Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
- Education: Hyehwa Girls’ High School (Busan)
- Family:
- Mother: Kim Mi-jeong
- Father: Jeong Won-gil
- Younger Brother: Jung Min-ki
- Personality: Energetic, humorous, and down-to-earth; often called “Happy Virus” by fans
- Hobbies & Skills:
- Playing piano and guitar
- Writing lyrics and composing music
- Imagining and directing music videos
- Taekwondo (has a black belt)
- Vocal Ability: Known for perfect pitch and reportedly has a 5-octave vocal range
- Accent: Speaks with a natural Busan dialect (satoori), which she proudly showcases in interviews and acting roles
- Pets: Owns a pet dog, often shared on her Instagram and YouTube channel
- Fan Relationship: Deeply values her fans and writes letters to them on special occasions
- Other Interests:
- Health and fitness (appeared in several health-themed dramas)
- Photography and journaling
- Running a casual YouTube vlog called Wise Meong
Net Worth :
- Estimated Value:
- Approximately $21.7 million (as of 2025)
- Other estimates range between $1–5 million
- Some reports suggest around $3 million
- Main Income Sources:
- Group activities with Apink (concerts, tours, albums)
- Solo music releases and EP sales
- Acting roles in dramas, films, and musicals
- Radio DJ work, OST contributions, and brand endorsements
- Monthly Earnings Insight:
- Eunji has mentioned she earns enough to fully support her younger brother’s education
Awards & Achievements :
- Acting Awards:
- Best New Actress (TV) – Baeksang Arts Awards (2013) for Reply 1997
- Best OST – Seoul International Drama Awards (2013) for “All For You”
- Rising Star Award – Korea Drama Awards (2014)
- Excellence Award (Actress) – KBS Drama Awards (2015) for Cheer Up!
- Music Awards:
- Digital Bonsang – Golden Disc Awards (2017) for solo song “Hopefully Sky”
- Best Female Solo – Asia Artist Awards (2016)
- Group Awards with Apink:
- Multiple Bonsang and Popularity Awards at Golden Disc, Seoul Music Awards, and Melon Music Awards
- Best Female Group – Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA)
- Record of the Year (Album) – Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards
- Musical Theatre Recognition:
- Praise from critics and fans for roles in Legally Blonde, Full House, and The Great Comet
- Other Honors:
- Named among top Korean idol-actresses by media outlets
- Frequently featured in Forbes Korea Power Celebrity lists (as part of Apink)
Fun Facts :
- She only trained for two months before debuting with Apink — one of the shortest training periods among K-pop idols.
- Her nickname is “Happy Virus” due to her bright, cheerful personality.
- Eunji has perfect pitch and a vocal range reportedly spanning five octaves.
- She legally changed her name from Jung Hye-rim to Jung Eun-ji in middle school.
- She’s very close to her younger brother and has supported his education financially.
- Speaks in a natural Busan dialect (satoori), which she often uses in dramas and variety shows.
- Has a black belt in Taekwondo and has shown her skills on TV.
- Her YouTube channel is named Wise Meong, where she posts casual, vlog-style content.
- She once played Elle Woods in the musical Legally Blonde, earning praise for her performance.
- Loves dogs and often shares photos of her pet on social media.
- Her dream job as a child was to become a vocal trainer.
- She is known for writing and composing many of her own songs.