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YENA

South Korea  ·  Debut 2022
K-PopPopDance-Pop

YENA, born Choi Ye-na on September 29, 1999, is a South Korean singer and actress who first gained prominence as a member of the project girl group IZ*ONE, which was active from 2018 to 2021. After the group's disbandment, she embarked on a solo career, releasing her debut mini-album 'SMiLEY' in January 2022 under Yuehua Entertainment.

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Markets
Global
Primary: South Korea, Japan
Entertainment Market
South Korea
Genre
K-Pop, Pop, Dance-Pop
Mood
Energetic, Playful, Confident
Brand Positioning
Energetic Performer, Youth Culture, Pop Idol
Active Since
2022 – Present
Partnership Relevance
Fashion & Culture Anchor

YENA anchors strongest across Luxury Fashion, Beauty, Athleisure, with a partnership profile built for reach and credibility in those categories. It is a weaker fit for value, discount, or family-utility categories, where the positioning pulls the other way.

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YENA, born Choi Ye-na on September 29, 1999, is a South Korean singer and actress who first gained prominence as a member of the project girl group IZ*ONE, which was active from 2018 to 2021. After the group's disbandment, she embarked on a solo career, releasing her debut mini-album 'SMiLEY' in January 2022 under Yuehua Entertainment. Known for her vibrant and energetic performances, YENA has established herself as a versatile artist in the K-pop industry, appealing to a broad audience with her dynamic musical style and engaging stage presence.

With a 2M-strong global fandom, its deepest reach in South Korea, positioning around energetic performer and youth culture, YENA gives partners a defined audience to activate rather than broad, unfocused reach.

Key Takeaways

  • Strongest in Luxury Fashion
  • Projected from 45 comparable Korean Entertainment artists, adjusted for a 41% under-25 audience
  • Energetic Performer
  • Youth Culture
Overview

YENA, born Choi Ye-na on September 29, 1999, is a South Korean singer and actress who first gained prominence as a member of the project girl group IZ*ONE, which was active from 2018 to 2021. After the group's disbandment, she embarked on a solo career, releasing her debut mini-album 'SMiLEY' in January 2022 under Yuehua Entertainment.

Brand Fit Preview
Strongest fit categories
Luxury FashionBeautyAthleisureJewelrySkincareFragrance
Energetic Performer
Youth Culture
Pop Idol
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Primary regions
East Asia
Southeast Asia
N. America
Core audience
Millennials – Gen Z
Fandom composition
40% core fandom · 35% trend-driven · 25% casual
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Brand Compatibility
73/100
Solid
Audience Strength
Building
of global fandom scale
Market Momentum
Tracking
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Brand Safety
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No active risk flags
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Recent Highlights
MilestoneDebut 2022
SceneSoloist · South Korea
Fandom2M modeled global fandom

Frequently asked questions about YENA

Who is YENA?

YENA is a Soloist from South Korea, debuted in 2022.

How many fans does YENA have?

YENA has approximately 2 million global fans, making them a Rising tier artist on the Cultiq fandom index.

What markets is YENA popular in?

YENA's strongest markets are South Korea, Japan, Philippines, with significant audience reach across Asia.

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