Kim Yo-han

Kim Yo-han (Korean: 김요한, born September 22, 1999), also known by the mononym Yohan, is a South Korean singer and actor. He rose to prominence as the center of the project boy group X1 after winning first place on Mnet's survival show Produce X 101 in 2019. Following X1's disbandment, he re-debuted as a member of WEi and launched a solo career with the digital single "No More" in 2020. He has since transitioned into acting, starring in the web drama A Love So Beautiful and the rugby series The Winning Try. Known for his athletic background in taekwondo and his "flower boy" visuals, Kim maintains a warm public persona and an active social media presence. [edit]

Kim Yo-han was born and raised in Jungnang District, Seoul, in a family with a strong taekwondo tradition. He attended Seoul Physical Education High School as a taekwondo major and became a national-level athlete, winning first place twice at the National Youth Sports Festival. After six years of rigorous training, he decided to pursue a singing career instead. He joined OUI Entertainment as a trainee and trained for only three months before being selected for Produce X 101. He also made a brief guest appearance on the TV series Let's Eat Dinner Together in 2016, before his idol debut. [edit]

In May 2019, Kim Yo-han entered Mnet's Produce X 101 and quickly became a fan favorite, never dropping from the top 10. He finished first with over 3.1 million votes and debuted as the center, lead rapper, vocalist, and face of the group X1 in August 2019 with the mini-album Emergency: Quantum Leap. However, X1's activities were cut short by a vote manipulation scandal, and the group disbanded in January 2020.

Returning to OUI Entertainment, Kim made his solo debut on August 25, 2020, with the digital single "No More," produced by Zion.T. He then re-debuted as a member of WEi on October 5, 2020, serving as center, lead rapper, and sub-vocalist with the EP Identity: First Sight. He expanded into acting with the lead role in the web drama A Love So Beautiful in December 2020, followed by a supporting role in the drama Mouse (2021). Since late 2023, Kim has been on hiatus from group activities to focus on acting, starring in the rugby drama The Winning Try in 2025. [edit]

Kim Yo-han is known for his "flower boy" visuals, natural charisma, and athletic background. He is often described as having a heart of gold due to his charitable donations. His social media voice is warm and engaging, connecting with fans through casual updates and behind-the-scenes content. WEi's fandom is called RUi (루이), and fans appreciate his sincerity and dedication to both music and acting. [edit]

Kim Yo-han's public standing is defined by a trajectory that moved from the intense scrutiny of a survival competition to a sustained career in music and acting. His fanbase, formally documented as YOHAN, maintains a distinct identity separate from his group affiliations, engaging with the artist through direct social media interaction and support for his solo projects. While the collective energy surrounding his early debut was marked by high-profile controversy and rapid disbandment, the current dynamic reflects a more mature appreciation for his individual artistic output in web dramas and sports series. The audience remains attentive to his professional milestones, such as his award recognition for Best New Actor, without relying on the chaotic rituals often associated with peak idol mania. According to the latest evaluation by iFANN, Kim Yo-han is currently unranked in the published rankings. This placement reflects a steady accumulation of visibility across multiple media markets rather than a singular viral spike. Despite this significant reach, the iFANN 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). Consequently, while he commands a dedicated following known as YOHAN, he does not yet appear on the highest tier of global celebrity lists where only the top one hundred are enumerated.[edit]

Before entering the entertainment industry, Kim Yo-han secured two championship titles at the National Youth Sports Festival in taekwondo. He entered the national spotlight after winning Produce X 101 in 2019, having prepared for only three months prior to the competition. Throughout the entire duration of the show, he never dropped below the top ten position, ultimately finishing first with over 3.1 million votes. In August 2020, he donated approximately $8,434 (₩10 million) to aid flood victims affected by typhoons in South Korea and auctioned his personal taekwondo uniform to raise funds for children in need. A defining moment in his personal mythology involves a health crisis immediately following the debut of X1. Just days after their debut stage on M Countdown, reports surfaced regarding injuries sustained during promotional activities, leading to a period of rest that became a focal point for fans during the group's brief existence. Following the collapse of the project due to voting irregularities, his narrative shifted toward a successful pivot into acting, highlighted by his role in the rugby series The Winning Try.[edit]

Kim Yo-han has two younger sisters. His family has a background in taekwondo, which influenced his early athletic career. He currently lives in South Korea and is not married, with no reported children or pets. [edit]

Kim Yo-han has collaborated with fellow X1 members including Han Seung-woo, Kim Woo-seok, and Cho Seung-youn. His solo debut single "No More" was produced by Zion.T. He has worked with OUI Entertainment labelmates in WEi. [edit]

There are no confirmed public romantic relationships reported for Kim Yo-han. He has not been linked to any partners in credible media outlets. As of 2026, he is reportedly single and focused on his career. [edit]

As of 2026, Kim Yo-han's net worth is estimated at $1 Million per iFANN's editorial analysis. His income primarily comes from music sales, streaming, concert performances with WEi, acting roles, endorsement deals, and variety show appearances. While exact figures are not publicly disclosed, his earnings have grown steadily since his debut in 2019, with acting projects like The Winning Try contributing significantly to his financial profile.[edit]

Kim Yo-han has not won any individual awards to date. His achievements have been as part of group activities with X1 and WEi, but no solo accolades have been reported. [edit]