DKZ

  • I. History:

    “From East to World! Hello, we are DONGKIZ.” —DONGKIZ


    DKZ, formerly known as DONGKIZ, is a four-member boy group under Dongyo Entertainment. Originally as five, they released their pre-debut single on November 21, 2018 before officially debuting on April 24, 2019 with their first single album "DONGKIZ On The Block." On March 18, 2022, their agency announced DONGKIZ's name change to DKZ, Won Dae's departure from the group, and the addition of three new members.


    2022: Name and lineup changes

    On March 18, Dongyo announced through DONGKIZ's fancafe on a number of changes to the group. Firstly, Won Dae, who had been on hiatus since August 2021, would be leaving the group following conversations with the agency and opinion by his doctor for more rehabilitation. Mun Ik, who is also on hiatus, would not be participating in the group's upcoming April comeback due to not being fully recovered. Lastly, it was announced that DONGKIZ would now be going by their new name DKZ and that three new members would be joining the group. A logo motion video was also released the same day, showcasing the group's new logo.


    DONGKIZ Fandom Name: Dong-ari
    DONGKIZ Official Fan Color: Love Potion, 424 XGC, and Lime Punch + Silver Starlight


    2023: Mun Ik's official withdrawl

    On February 28, it was announced by DKZ's company Dongyo Entertainment that member Mun Ik, who had been on hiatus from activities since August 2021, had officially withdrawn and left the group, but also stated that he would stay with the company.


    On August 7, 2023 DKZ's Kyoungyoon has withdrawn from the group due the controversy over his parents being involved in a cult and for his mental health. He will also be enlisting in the military.


    II. Members:

    Stage Name: Jaechan (재찬)
    Birth Name: Park Jaechan (박재찬)
    Positions: Main Rapper, Sub Vocalist, Visual
    Birthday: December 6, 2001
    Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
    Height: 177 cm (5’10″)
    Sub-Unit: DONGKIZ I:KAN

    Jaechan has Written, Arranged And Composed:
    4 Songs under the name PARK JAE CHAN(10028210)

    Reality shows
    King of Mask Singer (MBC, 2020) - (Episode 281)

    Web dramas
    My YouTube Diary (Tooniverse, 2019)
    Can You Deliver Time? (BaeTV, 2020)
    No Going Back Romance (Naver TV Cast/VLive, 2020)
    Youtuber Class (Naver TV Cast/VLive, 2020-2021)
    Semantic Error (Watcha, 2022)

    Web series
    코튼캔디 막내매니저 일기 (YouTube, 2021) - Jae-Chan

    He can speak Mandarin
    He was the third member to be introduced
    Received 3 stars in producing and 2 stars in piano
    His specialties are singing and selfies

    DONGKIZ I:KAN is the first sub-unit
    They debuted on July 7, 2020 with the single album "Y.O.U"
    Stage Name: Jonghyeong (종형)
    Birth Name: Kim Jong Hyeong (김종형)
    Positions: Leader (2022–present),
    Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Maknae (2018–2022)
    Birthday: April 13, 2002
    Zodiac Sign: Aries
    Height: 178 cm (5’10″)

    He was the fourth member to be introduced
    Has 3 stars in sports and 4 stars in his smile
    His specialties are dance and diligence
    Stage Name: Sehyeon (세현)
    Birth Name: Kim Se-hyeon (김세현)
    Probable Positions: Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper
    Birthday: June 25, 2000
    Zodiac Sign: Cancer
    Height: –
    Weight: –
    Blood Type: –
    Instagram: Sehyeon Facts:
    -He was announced as a member on March 28, 2022.
    Stage Name: Mingyu (민규)
    Birth Name: Jeon Min-gyu (전민규)
    Probable Positions: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer
    Birthday: January 9, 2001
    Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
    Height: –
    Weight: –
    Blood Type: –
    Sub-Unit: Mingyu Facts:
    –He was a former JTG Boys Trainee which formed the group JWiiver.
    -It is unknown when he left Starweave Entertainment.
    -He was announced as a member on March 28, 2022.
    Stage Name: Giseok (기석)
    Birth Name: Ryu Giseok (류시석)
    Positions: Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Maknae (2022–present)
    Birthday: June 24, 2004
    Zodiac Sign: Cancer
    Height: –
    Weight: –
    Blood Type: –
    Sub-Unit: Giseok Facts:
    -He was announced as a member on March 28, 2022.

    III. Discography:

    • Mini albums
      • Dongky Town (2019)
      • Reboot (2024)
    • Repackage albums
    • Single albums
      • "DONGKIZ On The Block" (2019)
      • "Blockbuster" (2019)
      • "Ego" (2020)
      • "Youniverse" (2021)
      • "Chase Episode 1. Ggum" (2021)
      • "Chase Episode 2. Maum" (2022)
      • "Chase Episode 3. Beum" (2022)
    • Digital singles
      • "DONGKIZ Pre-debut D/S 1." (pre-debut) (2018)
      • "Dreaming You" (2019)
      • "Lupin" (2020)
      • "It's All Right Part.2" (2021)
      • "It's All Right Part.3" (2022)
      • "Clef X Crew, 5th Story" (2023)
      • "It's All Right Part.4" (2023)
    • Participation releases
      • Listen-Up Ep.6 ("In The Rain") (2022)
      • <Immortal Songs> - Artist YB Part 1 ("나 어떡해") (2023)

    IV. Filmography:

    • Dramas
    • Reality shows
      • Good Girl (Mnet, 2020) - guest (eps. 6-7)
    • Variety shows
      • Idol Drawing Contest (SBS FiL, 2022)
      • Music Universe K-909 (JTBC, 2022) - guest (ep. 6)
    • Radio shows
      • Studio Moon Night[30] (Naver NOW., 2022) - guest (ep. 173)
      • Sound K (Arirang Radio, 2022) - guest

    Photobooks

    • DKZ 2022 Summer Photobook [Pause] (2022)


    V. References:

    Searching Works | KOMCA


    DONGKIZ Official Accounts:
    Instagram: dongkiz_dy
    Twitter: dongkiz_dy
    Fancafe: DONGKIZ
    Facebook: dongkizofficial
    Vlive: DONGKIZ
    TikTok: @dongkiz_dy

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