As we welcome 2025, a significant milestone is approaching for millennials born in 1995: they will soon be entering their 30s. This is particularly poignant for fans of K-pop, who have witnessed the journeys of these “maknae”idols—those who are the youngest members of their respective groups—from their teenage years to remarkable stardom.
Celebrating the 30th Birthdays of ’95-Born K-Pop Maknaes
Below is a list of seven notable maknaes born in 1995 who will celebrate their 30th birthdays this year:
1. Former NU’EST’s Ren
Ren made his debut with NU’EST in 2012 at the tender age of 16. Following the group’s disbandment in 2022, he shifted his focus to a solo career until enlisting in the military in September 2023.
2. BTOB’s Sungjae
Having debuted as the maknae of BTOB in 2012, Sungjae, known for his lively and humorous personality, will turn 30 on May 2. His charm has won the hearts of both his team and their dedicated fandom, Melodys.
3. Day6’s Dowoon
Initially debuting in 2013 as part of 5LIVE, Dowoon became the sixth member and drummer of Day6 in 2015 at the age of 20. The band is currently gearing up for their world tour, FOREVER YOUNG, scheduled for February.
4. Teen Top’s Changjo
Changjo made his mark in 2010 as a member of Teen Top, debuting at just 14 years old. Despite member changes and label transitions, the quartet remains committed to their fans and vows not to disband.
5. BF’s No Minwoo
Debuting at 15 with BOYFRIEND in 2011, No Minwoo saw the group disband in 2019. However, they re-emerged in 2021 as BF, and he will turn 30 on July 31.
6. Former Topp Dogg/Xeno-T’s Yano
Yano began his career with Topp Dogg in 2013 and was later part of the rebranded group XENO-T in 2018, post which the group experienced a disbandment in 2020.
7. Boys Republic’s Suwoong
Suwoong debuted with Boys Republic in 2013, under Universal Music and Happy Tribe Entertainment. After five successful years, the group chose to take an indefinite hiatus, though they have not officially disbanded.
As these talented individuals transition into their 30s, their journeys continue to inspire fans around the globe, marking a new chapter in K-pop’s vibrant history.
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