Personal Details :
- Full Name: Ahn Hye-jin (안혜진)
- Stage Name: Hwasa (화사)
- Birthdate: July 23, 1995 (Age: 29)
- Birthplace: Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Ethnicity: Asian
- Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Television Personality
- Genres: K-pop, Jazz, R&B
- Instruments: Vocals
- Years Active: 2014–present
- Labels: RBW, P Nation
- Group: MAMAMOO
- Former Group: Refund Sisters
- Fandom Name: TWITS
- Fandom Color: N/A
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: _mariahwasa
- YouTube: HWASA
- TikTok: official.hwasa
Career Overview :
- 2014: Debuted as a member of the girl group MAMAMOO under RBW Entertainment.
- 2017: Participated in the supergroup Refund Sisters, a project group formed on the variety show “Hangout with Yoo”.
- 2018: Joined the popular variety show “I Live Alone” as a cast member, increasing her popularity beyond music.
- February 2019: Made her official solo debut with the digital single “Twit”, which topped various Korean music charts.
- 2020: Released her first solo mini-album “Maria”, featuring the title track of the same name that addresses themes of fame, mental health, and self-confidence.
- 2021-2022: Continued releasing solo music and collaborating with other artists, solidifying her presence as a solo artist.
- 2023: Ended her contract with RBW Entertainment and signed with P Nation, marking a new chapter in her career.
- Notable Traits:
- Known for her distinctive husky voice and strong stage presence.
- Has been praised for her honest and confident persona, inspiring fans worldwide.
- Recognized as a fashion icon and influencer in South Korea.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Real Name: Ahn Hye-jin (안혜진)
- Birthdate: July 23, 1995
- Hometown: Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea
- Education: Graduated from Wonkwang Information Arts High School
- Languages: Korean (native), English (basic proficiency)
- Personality Type: MBTI – INFP
- Interests and Hobbies:
- Cooking and baking
- Fashion and styling
- Listening to jazz and R&B music
- Playing piano
- Enjoys spending time alone, reflecting her introverted tendencies
- Health & Wellness:
- Open about mental health struggles and advocates for self-acceptance.
- Known for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and fitness routine.
- Notable Personal Facts:
- Often praised for her confident and bold image challenging traditional beauty standards.
- Has a close relationship with her fans, often sharing personal moments through social media.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth (2025): Approximately $6 million USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2024): Approximately $10 million USD
- Estimated Net Worth (2022): Approximately $6 million USD
- Monthly Royalties: Reported to earn tens of millions of Korean won monthly from music royalties
- Endorsements: Has secured deals with major brands including Adidas, The North Face, Coca-Cola, Lotte, and Kiss New York
- Television Appearances: Regular cast member on MBC’s ‘I Live Alone’ and appearances on ‘Hangout with Yoo’ and ‘King of Masked Singer’
- Solo Music Success: Hit songs like ‘Twit’ and ‘Maria’ contributed significantly to her income
- Real Estate: Owns a luxury home in Hannam-dong, Seoul, valued at approximately 5 billion Korean won
Awards & Achievements :
- 2024
- Circle Chart Music Awards – New Icon of the Year
- 2023
- Circle Chart Music Awards – New Icon of the Year
- Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Female Artist
- Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Dance Performance Female Solo for “I Love My Body”
- Hanteo Music Awards – Artist Award – Female Solo
- Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang Award
- 2022
- Asia Star Entertainer Awards – Female Solo
- Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Collaboration for “Somebody!” with Loco
- 2021
- Korea Broadcasting Awards – Best Female Entertainer (Variety) for “I Live Alone”
- MBC Entertainment Awards – Female Top Excellence Award – Variety for “I Live Alone”
- MBC Entertainment Awards – Best PD Award for “I Live Alone” team
- 2020
- APAN Music Awards – Best Female Solo
- APAN Music Awards – Best Icon
- Gaon Chart Music Awards – Artist of the Year – Digital Music for “TWIT”
- Golden Disc Awards – Best Digital Song Bonsang for “TWIT”
- Golden Disc Awards – Best Solo Artist
- Melon Music Awards – Song of the Year for “TWIT”
- Melon Music Awards – Album of the Year for “Maria”
- Melon Music Awards – Bonsang (Top 10 Artists)
- Melon Music Awards – Best Dance Track (Female) for “Maria”
- Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Dance Performance – Solo for “Maria”
- Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Female Artist
- QQ Music Boom Boom Awards – Big Shot Asian Artist of the Year
- The Fact Music Awards – Artist of the Year – Bonsang
- 2019
- Gaon Chart Music Awards – Artist of the Year – Digital Music for “TWIT”
- Golden Disc Awards – Best Solo Artist
- Golden Disc Awards – Digital Song Bonsang Award for “TWIT”
- Melon Music Awards – Hot Trend Award for “Don’t” with Loco
- Melon Music Awards – Top 10 Artists
- MBC Entertainment Awards – Female Excellence Award – Variety for “I Live Alone”
- Seoul Music Awards – Dance Performance Award for “TWIT”
- Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang Award
- Seoul Music Awards – Hallyu Special Award
- Seoul Music Awards – Popularity Award
- Soribada Best K-Music Awards – Social Artist Award
- 2018
- KBS Entertainment Awards – Hot Issue Entertainer Award
- MBC Entertainment Awards – Rookie Female of the Year – Variety for “I Live Alone”
- Melon Music Awards – Hot Trend Award for “Don’t” with Loco
Fun Facts :
- Hwasa is known for her bold and confident stage presence, often breaking traditional K-pop beauty standards.
- She has a unique husky voice that sets her apart from many other idols.
- Hwasa was a trainee for about 3 years before debuting with MAMAMOO.
- She is very close with her fellow MAMAMOO members and often showcases their strong friendship publicly.
- Hwasa is skilled at cooking and has shared her recipes and cooking videos on social media.
- Her solo debut song “Twit” was a commercial success and earned her several music show wins.
- She is known for her honesty and openness about mental health and self-acceptance.
- Hwasa has been a regular cast member on the popular variety show “I Live Alone” since 2018.
- She is a fashion icon and has modeled for major brands like Adidas and The North Face.
- Hwasa’s stage name means “shining brightly” in Korean.