Hyomin

Park Sun-young (Korean: 박선영; born May 30, 1989), known professionally as Hyomin (효민), is a South Korean singer, actress, businesswoman, and creative director. She is best known as a member of the girl group T-ara, but has built a substantial solo career and a portfolio of fashion and beauty brands. KBS once called her one of the leading fashionistas in girl groups, a label she has earned through her hands-on approach to styling and design.

Hyomin debuted as a solo artist in 2014 with the mini-album Make Up, whose lead track "Nice Body" earned three Seoul Music Award nominations. She followed with two more EPs, Sketch (2016) and Allure (2019), and the digital single "Cabinet" with Vietnamese singer JustaTee, which topped Vietnam's V Heartbeat chart for four months. Her acting credits include the drama My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox (2010) and the horror film Ghastly (2011).

Since 2011, Hyomin has launched several businesses, including the makeup brand MINITT, the clothing line "Say No More," the liquor brand HyominSour, and the contact lens brand EYETIST. She is known for writing and producing her own music and designing stage outfits, such as the retro looks for T-ara's "Roly-Poly." As of 2026, she remains active in music, acting, and entrepreneurship. [edit]

Hyomin was born and raised in Busan as an only child. At age eight, she won the MiMi Princess modeling contest, an early sign of her future in the spotlight. Before her idol debut, she was a well-known internet ulzzang, a Korean term for an attractive online personality, and modeled for online shopping malls.

She trained under JYP Entertainment and was considered as a replacement for Hyuna in the Wonder Girls in 2007, but Yubin was chosen instead. Hyomin left JYP shortly after. Before joining Core Contents Media, she appeared in music videos for SS501's "Unlock," SG Wannabe's "Smooth Break-Up," and FT Island's "Heaven." She enrolled at Sungkyunkwan University in 2008 to study acting, just before her debut. [edit]

Hyomin debuted as a member of T-ara on July 29, 2009, with the single "Lies" on M Countdown. Later that year, she became a fixed cast member of the KBS variety show Invincible Youth, appearing from October 2009 to December 2010. In 2011, she served as T-ara's third leader from June to December, then passed the role to Soyeon.

Her acting career took off with a cameo in My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox (2010) and a lead role in the drama Gyebaek (2011). She also starred in the horror film Ghastly (2011) and the Japanese film Jinx!!! (2013). In 2013, she joined the sub-unit T-ara N4, which released the mini-album Jeon Won Diary.

Hyomin launched her solo career on June 30, 2014, with the mini-album Make Up. The lead track "Nice Body" earned three Seoul Music Award nominations. She released her second EP Sketch in 2016 and her third EP Allure in 2019. That same year, she collaborated with JustaTee on the digital single "Cabinet," which topped Vietnam's V Heartbeat chart for four consecutive months. In September 2021, she launched her fashion brand "Say No More." [edit]

Hyomin is known for her fashion-forward image and direct involvement in styling and design. Media outlets have consistently described her as a fashionista and creative director. She has a reputation for taking a hands-on role in her projects, from writing and producing music to designing stage outfits and merchandise. Her personal content on social media emphasizes creativity and fashion, and she has built a loyal following that appreciates her aesthetic sense and entrepreneurial spirit. [edit]

Hyomin commands a global audience defined by decades of sustained cultural relevance rather than fleeting viral spikes. Her influence spans music, fashion, and business across Asia and beyond, maintaining a steady presence in public consciousness since her debut. Despite this enduring legacy, iFANN's Global Fame Engine has evaluated this person, but they do not currently hold a placement in the published rankings (Global Top 1,000 or a Top-100 scope list). While she lacks a current numerical rank on the global stage, her dedicated following remains one of the most organized in the industry. This community is officially known as MIN'US, a name that unites supporters who have championed her solo work and group activities alike. These fans are celebrated for their loyalty during periods of intense scrutiny and their ability to mobilize for major reunions, ensuring Hyomin's story remains central to K-pop history.[edit]

Park Sun-young possesses diverse talents including playing the keyboards, alongside hobbies like photography, painting, cooking, and enjoying wine and beer. She holds a certification in Japanese cuisine and identifies as an INFJ personality type. Fans often recall how she designed the retro stage outfits for T-ara's hit song "Roly-Poly." Beyond these facts, her career is marked by legendary moments that define her resilience. During the early 2010s, she was part of the group dubbed the "Queens of K-Pop," and a widely retold story involves the group surviving a severe bullying scandal, a narrative that evolved into a survival myth highlighting her persistence through industry controversies. More recently, lore has grown around her transition from idol life to a corporate office job in Yeouido, blending her celebrity status with a new chapter as a married businesswoman.[edit]

Hyomin is an only child. She was raised in Busan by her parents. She is Catholic and has the baptismal name Christina. As of 2025, she is married to a non-celebrity spouse whose identity has not been publicly disclosed. No children have been reported. [edit]

Hyomin collaborated with Vietnamese singer JustaTee on the 2019 digital single "Cabinet." She is a longtime member of T-ara alongside Qri, Eunjung, and Jiyeon. She worked with SS501, SG Wannabe, and FT Island on music videos before her debut. [edit]

Hyomin has kept her personal life largely private. In early 2025, she married a non-celebrity spouse whose identity has not been publicly disclosed. No other public romantic relationships have been confirmed by multiple credible sources. As of 2026, she remains married. [edit]

iFANN currently estimates Hyomin's net worth at $5 million in 2026. This figure reflects income generated from multiple streams, including T-ara group activities spanning 2009 to 2018, solo music releases featuring three EPs and digital singles, and acting roles in various dramas and films. Her entrepreneurial portfolio has expanded significantly in recent years with ventures such as the makeup brand MINITT, the clothing line "Say No More" launched in 2021, the liquor brand HyominSour, and the contact lens brand EYETIST. Additional revenue comes from endorsements and modeling work. Since her solo debut in 2014, her financial standing has grown steadily, driven largely by her successful shift into business ownership and creative direction.[edit]

Hyomin's solo work earned three Seoul Music Award nominations for "Nice Body" in 2014. She has not won any major individual awards. Her primary recognition comes through T-ara's group achievements, which are not listed here. [edit]