Agency: YG Entertainment
Debut date: November 27, 2023 (Official Debut: April 1, 2024, with Ahyeon rejoining)
Member names with birthdates and positions:
RUKA (Kawaii Ruka) – Rapper, Dancer (Born: March 20, 2002)
PHARITA (Pharita Chaikong) – Vocalist (Born: August 26, 2005)
ASA (Enami Asa) – Rapper, Dancer (Born: April 17, 2006)
AHYEON (Jung Ahyeon) – Vocalist, Rapper, Dancer (Born: April 11, 2007)
RAMI (Shin Haram) – Vocalist (Born: October 17, 2007)
RORA (Lee Dain) – Vocalist (Born: August 14, 2008)
CHIQUITA (Riracha Phondechaphiphat) – Vocalist, Dancer, Maknae (Born: February 17, 2009)
Fandom name: MONSTIE
Concept or genre: Hip-hop and R&B-influenced ‘Girl Crush’ with powerful vocals and rap, characteristic of YG Entertainment.
Notable songs or albums: ‘BATTER UP’, ‘Stuck In The Middle’, ‘SHEESH’
Achievements or unique history: Highly anticipated as YG’s first new girl group since BLACKPINK. Their pre-debut releases and member introductions garnered significant attention, showcasing their strong vocal and performance skills. Ahyeon’s eventual rejoining to the group made their official debut in April 2024 even more significant.
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