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Who is Cortis? – HYBE’s Latest Boy Group

September 29, 2025 | 74 Visits

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CORTIS is a newly debuted 5-member K-pop boy group under BigHit Music (HYBE) that launched with the pre-single “GO!” and officially debuted on August 18, 2025, with the digital single “What You Want.” The group name — short for “Color Outside the Lines” — signals a creative manifesto: pushing past genre limits and embracing member-led artistry. Marketed as a team of self-driven creators, the five members are credited with contributing to songwriting, choreography, and visuals, and their sound mixes experimental pop, hip-hop, and electronic elements to position CORTIS as a fresh, boundary-pushing act in the modern K-pop scene.
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1. Martin (마틴)

Martin is a Korean-Canadian and the leader of CORTIS. Standing out with his tall height of around 190 cm (6.2 feet), Martin is fluent in both Korean and English and carries an ENFP personality type. Even pre-debut, he had credits on songs for groups like TXT. Within CORTIS, Martin is known as the creative core, contributing to songwriting, choreography, and overall direction. Despite being one of the younger members, he is rising to be a well-respected leader.
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2. James (제임스)

James is the oldest member and has Chinese roots. He was formerly part of the pre-debut lineup Trainee A. Known as the group’s main dancer, James is recognized for his powerful stage presence and athletic discipline as well as an active as a rapper and vocalist. His background reportedly includes taekwondo and hockey, which sharpened his performance skills. As the most experienced in age and training, he provides stability and maturity to the group dynamic.
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3. Juhoon (주훈)

Juhoon began his career as a child model before transitioning into idol training. Within CORTIS, he holds roles as both rapper and vocalist. Juhoon has been praised for his striking visuals and strong stage charisma, balancing youthful energy with a sense of professionalism. Juhoon also helped with the group’s songs including “What You Want” and “JoyRide”
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4. Seong Hyeon (성현)

Seong Hyeon is the group’s main vocalist, but also raps and dances, showing versatility across performance areas. Trained since around 2021, Seong Hyeon has spent several years honing his craft and is credited with songwriting on CORTIS tracks such as “What You Want.” Coming from a supportive family, he has a younger sister and often references his upbringing as shaping his determination. His ability to topline melodies is already being highlighted as one of the group’s musical strengths.
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5. Keonho (건호)

Keonho is the CORTIS group’s youngest member. Before becoming a trainee, he was a competitive swimmer; a discipline that still shows in his determined personality. As a dancer, vocalist, and visual member, he quickly attracted online attention, even before CORTIS officially debuted. Keonho also co-wrote on “What You Want,” proving that despite his young age, he is contributing to the group’s creative direction. His youthful energy balances the group’s dynamic, making him a fan favorite.

 

—-Karen Mwenda

 

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