Influencers from Korea, Republic of starting with H

• Haerin

  Occupation: Singer

  Haerin (Kang Hae-rin) is a South Korean singer and a prominent member of the K-pop girl group NewJeans, which debuted under ADOR (a HYBE subsidiary) in July 2022.

  Known for her striking "cat-like" visuals and calm, introverted personality, she has become a fan favorite for her sharp dancing skills and unique vocal tone.

  Key Facts

  Birth Date: May 15, 2006

  Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea

  Group Role: Main dancer and vocalist

  Nickname: "Kitty Kang" (due to her resemblance to a cat)

  Personality: Often described as curious, quiet, and observant, fitting her INTP MBTI type.

  Career Highlights

  Musical Impact: She contributed as a lyricist for the song "New Jeans" on their second EP, Get Up.

  Fashion Icon: In 2023, she was appointed as the Global Ambassador for Dior, representing the brand across jewelry, fashion, and beauty—the first K-pop artist to hold all three titles simultaneously.

  Performance Style: Fans often praise her for her "clean" dance lines and her ability to execute complex choreography with effortless precision.

  Instagram: 171K Followers / Subscribers

• Han Ji-sung

  Occupation: Rapper

  Han Ji-sung, known professionally as Han, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter. He was born on September 14, 2000. He is a member of the South Korean boy band Stray Kids and is also part of its production team, 3Racha, both affiliated with JYP Entertainment. He is a full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association. He has been credited with writing and/or producing nearly 200 songs. Han lived and studied in Malaysia for a period before returning to South Korea.

  Instagram: 7.7M Followers / Subscribers X: 2.2K Followers / Subscribers

• HoYeon Jung

  Occupation: Actress

  HoYeon Jung is a South Korean actress and fashion model who skyrocketed to global fame in 2021 for her breakout role as Kang Sae-byeok in the Netflix series Squid Game.

  Career Highlights

  Modeling Roots: Before acting, she was a highly successful fashion model. She gained national attention on Korea's Next Top Model and eventually became a "top 50" model on models.com, walking for major brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Fendi.

  Acting Debut: Squid Game was her very first acting role. Her performance earned her a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series.

  Global Icon: Known for her striking features and signature red hair (during her early modeling days), she has since become a global ambassador for luxury brands and a prominent face in international cinema and television.

  Instagram: 17.5M Followers / Subscribers

• Huh Yunjin

  Occupation: Singer

  Huh Yunjin (also known by her English name, Jennifer Huh) is a Korean-American singer, songwriter, and producer, most famous as a member of the K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM.

  Background & Career

  Early Life: Born in Seoul in 2001, she moved to New York as an infant and was raised in Niskayuna. In high school, she was heavily involved in musical theater and was a trained opera singer (performing as a mezzo-soprano).

  Rise to Fame: She first gained public attention on the survival show Produce 48 in 2018. After a period of uncertainty where she nearly gave up on the industry to attend college in the U.S., she was recruited by HYBE/Source Music to debut with LE SSERAFIM in 2022.

  Artistry: Unlike many K-pop idols, Yunjin is highly active in the creative process. She has numerous credits for songwriting and producing both for her group and her own solo work, such as the singles "Raise y_our glass" and "I ≠ DOLL".

  Personality & Image

  Authenticity: She is widely praised for her "un-idol-like" candor. She often speaks openly about the pressures of the industry, feminism, and self-acceptance.

  "The Kirin": Fans often call her "Kirin" (giraffe in Korean) due to her tall stature (172 cm) and her charming, slightly clumsy energy.

  Bilingual Bridge: As a native English speaker, she often acts as the primary communicator for the group’s international fans and Western media appearances.

  Instagram: 9.7M Followers / Subscribers

• Hwang In-youp

  Occupation: Actor

  Hwang In-youp (Korean: 황인엽) is a South Korean actor and model born on January 19, 1991. He began his career in the modeling industry in 2017 before making his screen debut with a main role in the web series Why (2018).

  He is widely known for his roles in:

  True Beauty (2020–2021) as Han Seo-jun, which brought him significant popularity. He also contributed to the drama's soundtrack with the song "It Starts Today."

  18 Again (2020) as Goo Ja-sung.

  The Netflix original series The Sound of Magic (2022).

  Why Her (2022), where he took on his first lead role on a terrestrial TV station.

  Family by Choice (2024).

  Hwang In-youp completed his mandatory military service before starting his career as a model. He studied in the Philippines during his high school and college years, where he used the English name Ryan Leon.

  Instagram: 22M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 525K Followers / Subscribers TikTok: 144.4K Followers / Subscribers

• Hyunjin

  Occupation: Rapper

  Hyunjin is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer, best known as a member of the K-pop boy group Stray Kids. He holds positions in the group as a dancer, rapper, and vocalist. He is widely recognized for his striking visuals, often being described as having a doll-like appearance, and his powerful, fluid dance style. As a performer, he brings intense energy and charisma to the stage. Beyond his group activities, he has also been involved in song writing and has released solo songs, or "skz-records," showcasing his personal artistry.

  Instagram: 24.1M Followers / Subscribers X: 139K Followers / Subscribers