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In this Korean name, the family name is Kang.
Kang Hae-rin
Haerin during Seoul Fashion Week in 2024
Born (2006-05-15) May 15, 2006 (age 18)
Gimcheon, South Korea
OccupationSinger
Musical career
GenresK-pop
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active2022–present
LabelsADOR
Member ofNewJeans
Korean name
Hangul
강해린
Hanja
Revised RomanizationGang Hae-rin
McCune–ReischauerKang Hae-rin
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Kang Hae-rin (Korean: 강해린; born May 15, 2006), also known mononymously as Haerin, is a South Korean singer. She made her debut as a member of the South Korean girl group NewJeans, under the record label ADOR, in July 2022.

Early life and education

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Kang Hae-rin was born on May 15, 2006,[1] in Gimcheon, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.[2][3] Her family consists of her parents and a younger sister, born three years apart.[3][4] Kang was a member of the broadcasting club during elementary school, and was frequently offered casting by several casting agents.[5] She attended Pyeongchon Middle School, but dropped out during the second year to focus on training.[6][4] She later passed the Middle School and High School's qualification exams, and obtained a GED equivalent certificate.[6]

Career

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2022–present: Debut with NewJeans and solo activities

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Main article: NewJeans
 
Kang in 2022

On July 1, 2022, ADOR teased the launch of their first girl group, NewJeans, by posting three animated featuring the numbers "22", "7" and "22" on their social media accounts, fueling speculation that content would be released on July 22.[7][8][9] Kang debuted alongside the group with the surprise-released music video for their debut single "Attention" on July 22, 2022, without any prior promotion or information regarding the group's members.[10][11] Since debut, one single released by NewJeans features lyrics written by Kang.[12]

On June 2, 2024, Kang debuted as a special MC for SBS' K-Wave Concert Inkigayo held at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, alongside Yunho of Ateez and Han Yu-jin of Zerobaseone.[13][14]

Public image

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Following her debut, Haerin quickly went viral in South Korea and abroad for her striking facial features, reminiscent of a cat.[2][6][15][16] In addition, she has earned the nickname "voice fairy".[17] The Times of India noted that "as NewJeans breaks barriers and re-defines standards, Haerin stands at the forefront, a beacon of talent and style."[18]

Endorsements

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In April 2023, Haerin was appointed by Dior as a global ambassador in jewellery and house ambassador in beauty and fashion.[19][20][21] She is the first K-pop artist to be simultaneously named ambassador for all three categories.[15] In May 2024, she starred in Dior's Denim Oblique Jacquard campaign, developed by its creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri.[22]

Discography

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For Kang's discography with NewJeans, see NewJeans discography.

Songwriting credits

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All credits are adapted from the Korea Music Copyright Association, unless cited otherwise.[12]

Song Artist(s) Writer(s) Album Year
"New Jeans" NewJeans Haerin
Gigi
Erika de Casier
Fine Glindvad Jensen
Park Jin-su
Frank Scoca 		Get Up 2023

Filmography

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For Kang's filmography with NewJeans, see NewJeans filmography.

Hosting

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Year Title Notes Ref.
2024 K-Wave Concert Inkigayo with Yunho of Ateez and Han Yu-jin of Zerobaseone [13]

References

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  1. ^ Moya, Jove (January 3, 2023). "Meet the girls of 'NewJeans': Haerin, Hanni, and more". Tatler Asia. Archived from the original on June 4, 2023. Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Wickes, Hanna (May 15, 2024). "NewJeans' Haerin Is a Viral Sensation: Meet the K-Pop Star, Debut Details, Age". Archived from the original on June 14, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
  3. ^ a b "뉴진스 해린 프로필 나이 과사 키 국적 인스타 졸업사진 학교 작품활동 몸매 눈". lucky04.tistory.com (in Korean). August 7, 2022. Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  4. ^ a b Mogeni, Rodah (April 3, 2024). "Meet the members of NewJeans: K-pop's newest icons". Briefly.co.za. Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  5. ^ Nate Pann writer. "나 뉴진스 해린이랑 친구였는데(인증ㅇ)" [I Was Friends With New Jeans Haerin (Verified)]. Nate Pann (in Korean). Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  6. ^ a b c Kwon, Sung-hoon (November 18, 2023). "[연예공화국]<1>2023 대세 걸그룹 '뉴진스' 5인 5색 매력 大해부!" [[Entertainment Republic] <1> 5 members of the popular girl group 'NewJeans' in 2023, 5 colors and 5 charms!]. imaeil.com (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 14, 2024. Retrieved March 14, 2024.
  7. ^ Hwang, Hye-jin (July 1, 2022). "민희진 걸그룹 데뷔 카운트다운, 22일 첫 콘텐츠 공개[공식]" [Min Hee-jin Girl Group Debut Countdown, First Content Revealed on 22nd]. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on June 30, 2022. Retrieved July 22, 2022.
  8. ^ Chin, Carmen (July 1, 2022). "Watch the first teasers for HYBE subsidiary ADOR's upcoming K-pop girl group". NME. Archived from the original on July 1, 2022. Retrieved July 22, 2022.
  9. ^ Kim, YeEun (July 2, 2022). "HYBE'S new music label ADOR announces upcoming K-pop girl group". Hypebae. Archived from the original on July 22, 2022. Retrieved July 22, 2022.
  10. ^ Ahn, Jung-hoon (August 3, 2022). "걸그룹 뉴진스, 데뷔 초부터 돌풍…한국 스포티파이 1위" [Girl group New Jeans, a blast from the beginning of their debut #1 on Spotify in Korea]. Yunhap News. Retrieved August 13, 2022.
  11. ^ Agarwal, Bhavna (July 22, 2022). "HYBE's new K-pop group New Jeans grab 'Attention' with their surprise music video debut. Watch". India Today. Archived from the original on July 22, 2022. Retrieved July 22, 2022.
  12. ^ a b "Songs Registered Under 해린 (10039793)". Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA). Retrieved March 9, 2024.
  13. ^ a b Newsis writer (May 27, 2024). "스트레이 키즈→뉴진스…내달 'K-웨이브 콘서트 인기가요'" [Stray Kids → New Jeans… Next month's 'K-Wave Concert Popular Song']. Newsis (in Korean). Retrieved July 11, 2024.
  14. ^ Bae Hyo-joo (May 27, 2024). "에이티즈 윤호·뉴진스 해린·제베원 한유진 'K-WAVE 콘서트 인기가요' MC" [ATEEZ Yunho, NewJeans Haerin, Jebeone Han Yujin 'K-WAVE Concert Inkigayo' MCs]. Newsen (in Korean). Retrieved July 11, 2024.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  15. ^ a b Lam, Karrie (November 29, 2023). "5 Facts You Need to Know About NewJeans' Haerin". Vogue Hong Kong. Archived from the original on January 14, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
  16. ^ Ha Ji-won (April 18, 2024). "뉴진스 해린 우아한 고양이 비주얼, 디올 쇼 빛냈다" [New Jeans Haerin's elegant cat visual shines at the Dior show]. Newsen (in Korean). Retrieved July 11, 2024.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  17. ^ Diem Nguyen Le (July 29, 2022). "Meet new K-pop girl band NewJeans: Minji was in a BTS' MV with Ed Sheeran, Haerin has been compared to Blackpink's Jennie, and Hyein loves Harry Potter ... but what about Hanni and Danielle?". South China Morning Post. Archived from the original on April 30, 2023. Retrieved July 13, 2024.
  18. ^ "NewJeans' Haerin radiates elegance in exclusive Vogue Hong Kong's December spread". Times of India. November 30, 2023. Retrieved January 16, 2023.
  19. ^ Diderich, Joelle (April 26, 2023). "EXCLUSIVE: Dior Names NewJeans Member Haerin as Brand Ambassador". WWD. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
  20. ^ "NewJeans' Haerin Named Dior Global Brand Ambassador". Hypebeast. April 26, 2023. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
  21. ^ US, FashionNetwork com. "Dior names K-pop Haerin as brand ambassador". FashionNetwork.com. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
  22. ^ Kelly, Dylan (May 22, 2024). "NewJeans' Haerin Stars in Dior's Denim Oblique Jacquard Campaign". Hypebeast. Archived from the original on May 23, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
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