Chan

Chan is a South Korean singer and actor, best known as the youngest member and sub-vocalist of the K-pop group iKON. Born Jung Chan-woo, he has been in the entertainment industry since childhood, first gaining attention as a child actor before transitioning to music.

As of 2026, Chan continues to promote with iKON under 143 Entertainment, alongside members Bobby, Jay, Ju-ne, Song, and DK. His journey from a recognizable child actor in hit dramas to a K-pop idol has given him a unique dual career that fans appreciate. Known for his cheeky personality and close bond with his groupmates, Chan has carved out a distinct space in the industry, balancing his idol responsibilities with his personal YouTube channel and social media presence. [編集]

Chan's entertainment career started remarkably early. In 2006, at just eight years old, he appeared in TVXQ's "Balloons" music video as the younger version of Max Changmin. He was under Kids Planet Entertainment from 2005 to 2010, then moved to Fantagio Entertainment from 2010 to 2014. His acting career took off in 2008 with roles in Lost and Found and The Great King, Sejong.

His most notable pre-idol work came when he played the younger version of Lee Min-ho's characters in two major dramas: Boys Over Flowers (2009) and The Heirs (2013). These roles made him a recognizable child actor in Korea before he ever joined iKON. In 2014, he joined the lineup of the survival show Mix & Match, becoming the seventh and youngest member of the newly formed group iKON. His addition was a contentious decision for some fans at the time, but he was officially confirmed as an iKON member in late 2014. [編集]

Chan debuted with iKON on September 15, 2015, under YG Entertainment with their first album WELCOME BACK. As the maknae, his role within the group has been as a sub-vocalist, and he has been described by members as the cheekiest of the group. The group achieved significant commercial success in their early years, becoming one of the prominent boy groups of their generation.

A major turning point came on June 12, 2019, when leader B.I left the group. The remaining members continued as a six-member group. On December 30, 2022, iKON left YG Entertainment and signed with 143 Entertainment on January 1, 2023. Chan continues to promote with iKON under the new agency, and he also runs a personal YouTube channel called 찬우살이, where he shares behind-the-scenes content and daily life with fans. [編集]

Chan is known as the maknae of iKON, and his personality is characterized as cheeky and goofy. Fellow members have described him as the cheekiest member of the group. He maintains an active social media presence with verified Instagram (@chan_w000) and X (Twitter) (@ikon_chan_w000) accounts, where he engages with fans. His personal YouTube channel, 찬우살이, offers a more intimate look at his daily life and hobbies. Fans appreciate his relatable, playful nature and his long history in the entertainment industry. [編集]

Chan, the youngest member of iKON, is a familiar face in South Korea's entertainment scene, but iFANN's Global Fame Engine currently does not place him in its published rankings. As of August 2026, he remains evaluated but unranked, meaning he does not hold a placement in the Global Top 1,000 or any Top-100 scope list. This doesn't diminish his impact; his dual career as a former child actor and idol keeps him in the public eye, and his social media presence, including his YouTube channel 찬우살이, offers fans a steady stream of content.

Chan's fanbase, known as iKONIC, shares the group's official fandom name, and there's no separate, documented name for his individual fans. Within the iKONIC community, Chan has carved out a dedicated following, often ranking as one of the more popular members. Fans are drawn to his cheeky personality, his maknae status, and his history as a child star who appeared in TVXQ music videos. iKONIC has shown organizational strength, especially during comebacks, but specific campaigns solely for Chan, like birthday ads, aren't widely documented. Instead, fans celebrate his journey through shared memories, like his debut via the survival show MIX & MATCH and his viral moments, such as the Fortnite collaboration. Chan's interactions with fans are warm and frequent, keeping the bond strong even during his military service, which began in 2024.[編集]

Chan has a self-confessed Mickey Mouse addiction and loves Pringles Sour Cream flavor chips. He enjoys playing video games and has been described as having terrible taste in clothes. When he first met the iKON members, he was afraid of B.I, but later admitted he became most afraid of Bobby. He is an ISTJ on the MBTI personality test and has blood type A. He is also childhood friends with Moonbin from ASTRO and Chani from SF9.

One of the most retold legends is Chan's transformation from a prominent child actor to a K-pop idol. He appeared in numerous Korean dramas and even featured in TVXQ's music videos, making him recognizable before his debut. When he was revealed as a member of iKON through MIX & MATCH in 2014, his existing fame generated significant media buzz, and fans still love to tell newcomers about this unexpected journey.

Another iconic moment came in 2019 when iKON collaborated with the video game Fortnite, and Chan and his bandmates were featured as in-game skins. The crossover between K-pop and gaming was unprecedented and became a memorable piece of fan lore, with members themselves expressing disbelief at the surreal experience.[編集]

Chan was raised in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, with his family. He has an older brother born in 1996 and has mentioned having a younger sister he is fond of. Details about his parents are not widely publicized, as he tends to keep his family life private. He has not shared much about his current household or pets. [編集]

Chan's closest professional associations include his iKON bandmates: Bobby, Jay, Ju-ne, Song, DK, and former member B.I. He is childhood friends with Moonbin of ASTRO and Chani of SF9. His acting career connected him to Lee Min-ho, whose younger versions he portrayed in two dramas, and TVXQ's Max Changmin, whose younger counterpart he played in a music video. [編集]

Chan has kept his personal life extremely private. There are no publicly confirmed romantic relationships documented in credible sources. He has spoken as a teenager about complaining about being single, but no confirmed dating history exists in the public record. As of 2026, Chan's relationship status is not publicly documented; he is presumed single, as no credible outlets have reported any dating relationship. He has no known children. This privacy is consistent with many K-pop idols, whose agencies typically do not confirm relationships unless they become public knowledge. [編集]

iFANN currently estimates Chan's net worth at $5 million as of 2026. His primary income sources include his activities with iKON, which encompass album sales, concert tours, and merchandise. As a member of a successful K-pop group, he earns from group activities, but he also has income from his personal YouTube channel, which generates ad revenue, and from his past acting career, which included royalties and residuals from the dramas he appeared in. Additionally, he may earn from brand endorsements and sponsored social media posts, though specific deals are not publicly disclosed. His net worth has grown steadily since iKON's debut, with the group's continued success and his individual ventures contributing to his financial standing.[編集]