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Dongyo Entertainment that member Mun Ik, who had been on hiatus from activities since August 2021, had officially withdrawn and left the group, but also stated that he would stay with the company.
On August 7, 2023 DKZ's Kyoungyoon has withdrawn from the group due the controversy over his parents being involved in a cult and for his mental health.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" |
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| 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 |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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
- Harmony (2023)
- 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
- Big Issue (SBS, 2019) - cameo (ep. 3)
- 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:
DONGKIZ Official Accounts:
Instagram: dongkiz_dy
Twitter: dongkiz_dy
Fancafe: DONGKIZ
Facebook: dongkizofficial
Vlive: DONGKIZ
TikTok: @dongkiz_dy
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sundeep2413
Munik left the group
xx-jenn-xx
aww I saw that
sundeep2413
i was sad to hear when he left, but at least he stayed with the company
xx-jenn-xx
that's true I don't know much about him but hopefully he's happy and able to do the things he enjoys
sundeep2413
making a petitions to get DKZ badges.
forum.allkpop.com/thread/?postID=2991357#post2991357sundeep2413
Birth Name for the new members
> Kim Sehyeon (김세현)
> Jeon Mingyu (전민규)
> Ryu Giseok (류시석)
xx-jenn-xx
updated
sundeep2413
thanks
xx-jenn-xx
welcome
Hilary-21
I've seen Munik and Jaechan on their web dramas! I'm so excited!
sundeep2413
hey when you have time can you update this?
https://www.allkpop.com/articl…ntroduces-its-new-members
xx-jenn-xx
fixed
sundeep2413
i only added the main picture, I didn't tinker anything else.
Sorry about that.
xx-jenn-xx
If you see anything else i've made not updated, feel free to let me know.
sundeep2413
sorry about that. I will just let you know in here, then.
Its fine, there is a fault in mine as well.
Update:
Semantic Error (BL K-Drama) for Jaechan
xx-jenn-xx
ill update that soon as i can. I need to watch that!