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WONDER GIRLSWonder Girls is a popular South Korean girl group, which current line-up consists of five members Yubin, Yeeun, Sunye, Sohee, and Hyelim. They are under JYP Entertainment. They are co-managed in the United States by JYP Entertainment and Jonas Group. The meaning behind the group's name 'Wonder Girls' comes from the idea that they are 'the girls who can amaze the world'. Before debut, Wonder Girls' five original members were showcased in a program 'MTV Wonder Girls'. Each were selected through auditions and went through a trainee process for several years, while Yeeun was chosen shortly prior to debut.


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Min Sun Ye was born on August 12, 1989, commonly known as Sun Ye or Sun (English name), is a South Korean singer,actress and spokesmodel. She is the leader of the Korean girl group Wonder Girls, which debuted under JYP Entertainment in 2007.
Stage name: Sun/Sun Ye
Full name: Min Seon Yeh
Nickname: Leader, Min Jookie, SsoNye, Sun
Position: Leader, Main VocalistBirthdate: August 12th, 1989
Height: 162cm
Weight: 45kg
Blood type: A
Religion: Christianity
Duration of Training: 5 years 6 months
Debut: 2001 SBS’s 99% Challange!
Specialty: Vocal, Choreography, Poppin’, Street, Chinese language
Hobbies: Movies, music appreciation, sports, health
Favorite Artist: Beyonce, Yiruma
Favorite Stars: Johnny Depp, Jessica Alba
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Food: Ddeokbokgi (spicy rice cakes), Ice Cream
Favorite Quote: If you do it, it’s done
School: Korea Art High School, Dongguk University (acting)
Ideal Type: Attends church, strong sense of responsibility and honesty

Ahn So Hee was born onJune 27, 1992, commonly known by her stage name Sohee, is a South Korean idol singer,actress, dancer, model and MC. She was the youngest member of the Wonder Girls. She attended Changmun’s All Girls High School. At the age of 12, Sohee became a JYP trainee. She successfully debuted as the members of South Korean girl group in early 2007.
Stage name: So Hee
Full name: Ahn So Hee
Nickname: Mandu (Dumpling)
Position: Maknae, Vocalist
Birthdate: June 27th, 1992
Height: 166cm
Weight: 43kg
Blood type: AB
Religion: Buddhism
Duration of training: 2 years
School: Chang Dam Middle School, Changmun Girls’ High School
Specialty: Taekwondo, Vocal, Choreography, Poppin’, Street, Acting, Chinese
Favorite Artist: Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Rain, Im Jeong Hee
Favorite Color: Pink, Blank
Ideal Type: Guy who has pretty hands

Park Ye-Eun was born on May 26, 1989, commonly known as Yeeun or Yenny (English name), is a South Korean singer,model, lyricist and composer. She is a member of the Korean girl group Wonder Girls, which debuted under JYP Entertainment in 2007.
Stage name: Yenny/Ye EunFull name: Park Yeh EunNickname: Park Oppa, YennyPosition: Lead VocalistBirthdate: May 26th, 1989 School: Jung Bal High School, Kyunghee University (post-modern music) Height: 165cm Weight: 47kg Blood type: AB Religion: Christianity Duration of Training: 3 months Hobby: Music appreciation, reading, bible reading Favourite Food: Chobap (Japanese vinegared rice delicacies), egg tart Favorite Artist: Lauryn hill, Aretha Franklin, So Hyang Favorite Color: Green Ideal type: Family-orientated person She composed the songs 'Saying I Love', 'For Wonderful' and her newest 'Smile'

Yubin was born in Gwangju, South Korea on October 4, 1988. She attended JungAm Elementary School and Anyang High School for a while before moving to San Jose, California, where she studied at Leland High School. She currently attends Myongji University. Prior to her debut with the Wonder Girls, Yubin was originally set to debut as a member of girl group, Five Girls (오소녀) under Good Entertainment, along with G.NA, After School's Uee, Secret’s Hyosung and former T-ara member and current Spica member Yang Jiwon. However, the group disbanded shortly before their scheduled debut in 2007 due to Good Entertainment's financial troubles and the members all left for separate Korean entertainment companies.
Stage Name: YubinName: Kim Yoo BinNickname: BoNoBoNo (Korean cartoon)Position: Main RapperBirthdate: October 4th, 1988School: Myongji University (movie musical)Height: 163cmWeight: 45kgBlood Type: OReligion: ChristianityDuration of Training: 2 yearsSpeciality: Scuba, swimmingHobbies: Listening to music, collecting CDFavourite Food: Salad, raw fish, fresh applesFavorite Artist: Eve, Lauryn HillIdeal type: Person who is passionate about everything
Woo Hye-Lim was born on September 1, 1992, commonly known as Lim, Hye-Lim, or Christina, is a South Korean idol, singer, model and rapper. She is a member of the Korean girl group Wonder Girls, which debuted under JYP Entertainment in 2007, although Lim was added to the group in the beginning of 2010.
Originally, Lim was a part of 5-member group in training in 2009. While still in training, the group flew to China where they appeared in numerous variety shows performing dance routines and songs to showcase their talent to the Chinese audience. As the group had no official name they were widely known to the Chinese audiences as "JYP Sisters" or simply as "Sisters". They were also dubbed by JYPE as the "Chinese Wonder Girls". However before the group could officially debut, two of their members withdrew leaving only three of members which included Lim herself as well as Jia and Fei Fei.Then on January 22, 2010, it was announced that she would be joining the Wonder Girls as their newest member after the departure of Sunmi.
Stage name: Hye Rim
Full name: Yu Hae Lim 
English name: Christina
Nickname: Little ApplePosition: Vocalist, Sub-rapper 
Birthdate: September 1st, 1992
Height: 167cm
Weight: 49kg
Nationality: Korean (But lived in Hong Kong)
Duration of training: 3 years
Specialty: Dancing, Hip-hop
Languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean
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Lee Sun-Mi was born on May 2, 1992, commonly known as Sunmi or Mimi, is a South Korean idol singer. She was a member of the Korean girl group Wonder Girls, which debuted under JYP Entertainment in 2007. She postponed her career to continue her academic career. Because JYP has not announced an official departure, Sun Mi is considered by many to still be a member of the group. JYP also stated Sun Mi is welcome to continue her musical career with the group at anytime. JYP Entertainment later states that there are no plans for Sun Mi to return and comeback as a member of the Wonder Girls.
Stage name: Sun Mi 
Full name: Seon Mi 
Nickname: 4-Dimensional, SunMa, Mimi
Birthdate: May 2nd, 1992
School: Chung Dam Middle School, Chung Dam High School
Height: 167cm
Weight: 43kg
Blood type: AB
Religion: Christianity
Duration of Training: 1 year 6 months
Specialty: Vocal, Choreography, Poppin’, Street, Acting, Chinese
Favorite Food: Udon
Favorite Artist: Beyonce, Rain
Favorite Actor: Song Kang Ho
Favorite Color: Purple
Ideal Type: Person who is masculine
Hyun-a was born on June 6, 1992 in Jeolla province, South Korea. She attended Choong Chun Middle School and Korea High School of Music and Arts and currently attends Konkuk University, majoring in art culture, receiving special admissions to the school. She has a tattoo on her left shoulder that says "My mother is the heart, that keeps me alive." Before HyunA debuted with 4Minute, she was a member of the Wonder Girls in 2007 but left due to chronic gastroenteritis. She is the main rapper and the main dancer of the group and also a vocalist.
Stage name: Hyun A Full name: Kim Hyeon AhNickname: Sexy Ya Seng MahBirthdate: June 6th, 1992School: Choong Chun Middle SchoolHeight: 163cmWeight: 45kgBlood type: ODuration of Training: 3 years 2 monthsSpecialty: Vocal, Choreography, Poppin’, Street dancingFavorite Artist: Beyonce, The Pussycat Dolls, Rain, UNFavorite Color: Yellow

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Korean Studio Albums

• The Wonder Years (2007)
• Wonder World (2011)

• The Wonder Begins (2007)
• So Hot (3rd Project) (2008)
• Nobody (The Wonder Years:Trilogy) (2008)
• 2 Different Tears (2010)
• TBA (2012)

• Cyworld Digital Music Awards: Rookie of the Month (February)(Irony)
• Cyworld Digital Music Awards: Song of the Month (October)("Tell Me")
• 2007 Mnet KM Music Festival: Best New Female Group
• 2007 National Assembly of South Korea Pop Culture & Media Awards: Pop Music Award
• Korean Music Arts Festival: Female Photogenic Award
• 2007 Golden Disk Awards: Digital Music Bonsang
• 22nd Golden Disk Awards: Popularity Award

• 17th Seoul Music Awards: Rookie of the Year
• 2008 Nick Korea Kids Choice Awards: Best Female Singer
• 20th Korean Producers & Directors Awards: Best Singer Award
• 5th Korean Music Awards: Best Dance & Electronic Song Award
• Cyworld Digital Music Awards: Song of the Month (June)("So Hot")
• Cyworld Digital Music Awards: Song of the Month (September)("Nobody")
• Cyworld Digital Music Awards: Song of the Month (October)("Nobody")
• 2008 Mnet KM Music Festival: Best Female Group Award
• 2008 Mnet KM Music Festival: Best Music Video Award ("Nobody")
• 2008 Mnet KM Music Festival: Song of the Year ("Nobody")
• 25th Korea Best Dresser Awards: Best Dresser Award for Singer Category
• 23rd Golden Disk Awards: Digital Bonsang ("Nobody")
• 2008 Korea Fashion & Design Awards: Style Icon of the Year

• 18th Seoul Music Awards: Daesang Award ("Nobody")
• 18th Seoul Music Awards: Bonsang Award ("Nobody")
• 18th Seoul Music Awards: Digital Music Award ("Nobody")
• 6th Korean Music Awards: Group Musician of the Year Netizen Vote
• 2009 MTV Style Gala: Most stylish Asian artist of the year
• Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism: Artist of the Year

• 2010 Metro Radio Mandarin Hit Music Awards: Asia’s Most Hit Group
• 2010 Yahoo! Asia Buzz Awards: Asia's Most Appealing Korean Female Artist

• RTHK International Pop Poll Award Presentation: Top Ten International Gold Songs
• RTHK International Pop Poll Award Presentation: Top Group/Band Gold Prize
• 5th China Wireless Music Awards: Top Ranking Digital Downloads of The Year
• Channel A Kpop-Corn: Hottest Korean Popcorn
• One Hundred Years of Korean Fashion Centurial Award: Entertainer award
• Released their movie "The Wonder Girls" on TeenNick
• 1st Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards: Singers of the Year Award (November)