Namjoo

Personal Details :

Instagram: @sarangdungy
Twitter: @Apinkknj
YouTube: 남주세끼 (NamjooSekki)
Weverse: Active on Apink’s official Weverse platform under her personal account.
Fan Cafe: Participates in Apink’s official Daum fan cafe.

Early Start: Appeared in a CF for LG Electronics at age 6 and in another TV commercial at age 13.
2011: Debuted as a member of Apink on April 19 with the EP Seven Springs of Apink, taking roles as lead vocalist, lead dancer, and rapper.
Sub-units: Formed Apink BnN (with Bomi) in 2014, and JooJiRong (Namjoo, Chorong, and Eunji) in 2023 for unit promotions.
2015: Starred as a detective in the web drama Investigator Alice; became active on variety shows including King of Mask Singer.
2017–2018: Played a role in the web drama Bad Boys Detective and debuted on the musical stage as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet.
2020: Released her first solo single album, Bird, on September 7, produced by (G)I-DLE’s Soyeon. Launched her own YouTube series, Successful Namjoo.
2022: Starred in the musical Midnight Sun as the lead character, Hannah.
2023: Left IST Entertainment in April and signed with Choi Creative Lab.
2024: Made a solo comeback with the digital single BAD on March 18, showcasing a more mature and edgy concept.
2025: Joined WITH US Entertainment with Apink members Chorong, Bomi, and Hayoung to continue group and solo activities.
Ongoing Activities: Continues to promote with Apink, appear in musicals and variety shows, and develop her solo music career and online content.

Family: Has one older brother; close-knit family.
Education: Graduated from the School of Performing Arts Seoul (SOPA); enrolled in Sungkyunkwan University.
Hobbies: Cooking, baking, fashion styling, vlogging, and creating content for her YouTube channel.
Personality: Known for her bright and cheerful personality; often described as warm and approachable.
Languages: Fluent in Korean; basic proficiency in English.
Interests: Musical theatre, acting, and exploring different music genres.
Philanthropy: Participates in charitable activities and supports various causes, including animal welfare.
Favorite Foods: Korean barbecue, sweets, and spicy dishes.

Estimated Net Worth (2025): $1 million to $5 million
Primary Income Sources:
- Music and album sales
- Acting roles in television dramas and web series
- Commercial endorsements and brand partnerships
- Solo music releases and performances
Notable Achievements:
- Debuted with Apink in 2011, contributing to the group’s success
- Released solo singles “Bird” (2020) and “Bad” (2024), both charted on the Circle Album Chart
- Acted in various web dramas and musicals, expanding her entertainment portfolio

2010: MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) for her role in Queen of Reversals
2012: Korea Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) for My Husband Got a Family
2014: Golden Disc Awards – Digital Bonsang for Apink’s “Mr. Chu”
2015: Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Female Dance Performance for Apink’s “LUV”
2017: Korea Drama Awards – K-Wave Popularity Award for her work in web dramas
2020: Solo Debut Recognition for her single “Bird”
2021: Seoul Music Awards – Excellence in K-pop Performance with Apink
2022: Melon Music Awards – 10th Anniversary Artist Recognition with Apink
2023: Korea Brand Awards – Contribution to K-pop Culture Award with Apink

Namjoo appeared in a commercial for LG Electronics when she was just 6 years old.
She is known for her bright and cheerful personality, often lifting the mood of the group.
She has a passion for cooking and often shares cooking videos on her YouTube channel.
Namjoo is skilled in hip-hop and rap, contributing to Apink’s diverse music styles.
She has a playful nickname among fans and members: “Sarangdungy,” which combines “love” and a cute sound.
She enjoys musicals and has acted in several, including playing Juliet in *Romeo and Juliet*.
Namjoo once participated in a variety show where she showcased her dancing skills and charming stage presence.
She is a dog lover and often posts about her pets on social media.
Namjoo is fluent in Korean and is improving her English for international activities.