SEVENTEEN (Seungkwan) Biography: Profile, Background, Education, Net Worth 2025, and Career

Profile:

Stage Name: Seungkwan (승관)

Birth Name: Boo Seung-kwan (부승관)

Birth Date: January 16, 1998

Birth Place: Busan, South Korea (Raised in Jeju-do, South Korea)

Nationality: Korean

While Seungkwan's stage name captures his exuberance and singing skill, his true name conveys a deeper meaning: "Boo" means "adult," "Seung" means "success," and "Kwan" means "generous." As implied by his name, Seungkwan aspires to be a successful and giving entertainer who inspires those around him.

Background:

Before his family moved to Jeju Island, Seungkwan was born on January 16, 1998, in Busan, South Korea, where he spent his formative years. With two older sisters, Boo Jinseol (born 1993) and Boo Sojeong (born 1989), he is the youngest child of Boo Jinyoung and Jwa Kyehwa. Seungkwan, a Jeju Boo clan member, was raised in a close-knit family and has strong ties to his homeland. In November 2024, he was appointed an honorary ambassador for Jeju Island.
Seungkwan showed an early love of singing by taking part in schoolchildren's song festivals. When his art instructor recorded him singing Big Mama's "Yeon" at a singing competition in middle school and uploaded the video online with his permission, it was a turning point. Pledis Entertainment was captivated by this video and cast him in June 2012. Seungkwan was destined for greatness because of his innate talent and captivating demeanor.
Seungkwan, who is frequently referred to as SEVENTEEN's "mood maker," is also well-known for his upbeat and sentimental personality. He has publicly discussed his bouts with depression, admitting in the reality show Hit The Road on SEVENTEEN that he occasionally struggles with thoughts of inadequacy when he is by himself. He is likable to both bandmates and fans because of his perseverance and optimism in the face of adversity.

Education:

Seungkwan's commitment to striking a balance between his studies and his developing career is evident in his academic trajectory. He moved to Seoul to follow his aspirations after completing his primary and middle education in Jeju. Alongside bandmate Mingyu, he earned a degree in Broadcasting and Entertainment from Seoul Broadcasting High School in 2016. He gained media and performing abilities from his high school education, which helped him succeed as a variety show host and MC.
Seungkwan's proficiency in entertainment and K-pop history, which has earned him the moniker "K-pop Professor," implies a dedication to self-education in his area, even if no public documents verify additional formal schooling. He has a solid background in performance arts and communication, as seen by his ability to interact with audiences and host performances.

Career:

Seungkwan's career, which includes work in philanthropy, television, and music, is evidence of his adaptability. An outline of his voyage can be seen below:
Training and Pre-Debut
After being discovered through his popular singing video, Seungkwan began working as a trainee with Pledis Entertainment in June 2012. He refined his vocal, dancing, and performance abilities over the course of his three-year training time. He sang Kim Bumsoo's "Last Love" and Big Mama's "Yeon" at his unforgettable Pledis audition, incorporating U-KISS dance routines and declaring boldly, "I'll make a second heyday for Pledis!" CEO Han Sungsoo was struck by his self-assurance and allegedly called him a unique talent.
In order to develop a pre-debut fan base, Seungkwan took part in mini-concerts and made appearances on Seventeen TV (2013–2014), a web series that introduced Pledis’ trainees. He appeared on MBC's Seventeen Project: Big Debut Plan reality show in 2015, making SEVENTEEN the first male K-pop group to make their major network debut with a one-hour live showcase.

Debut with SEVENTEEN:

Seungkwan made his debut as SEVENTEEN's lead vocalist on May 26, 2015, with the lead track "Adore U" from their debut EP, 17 Carat. In addition to being the sole debut album on Billboard's list of the "10 Best K-Pop Albums of 2015," the album became the longest-charting K-pop album of 2015 in the United States. Seungkwan's strong vocals as a member of the Vocal Team (with Woozi, Joshua, DK, and Jeonghan) helped to create SEVENTEEN's distinctive sound.
With albums like Love & Letter (2016), Teen, Age (2017), An Ode (2019), FML (2023), Seventeenth Heaven (2023), and Happy Burstday (2025), the latter of which marked their tenth anniversary, SEVENTEEN—known for their ability to produce their own music—became a worldwide sensation. Seungkwan demonstrated his creative input by contributing to the songwriting of songs like "HOME;RUN" and "Fighting."
BSS Sub-Unit
Seungkwan, Hoshi, and DK created the subunit BSS (BooSeokSoon) in 2018, and their first song was "Just Do It." BSS, who are well-known for their upbeat and enjoyable performances, further solidified their fame in 2023 with the publication of Second Wind.

Solo Music and OSTs:

Seungkwan has put out a number of popular OSTs, such as "Kind of Love" for Mother (2018).
"Go" for the 2020 Record of Youth
Lovestruck in the City's "The Reason" (2021)
For Astra: Knights of Veda (2024), "Lonely Stars"
For When the Stars Gossip (2025), "Somewhere in this Universe"
His first solo single, "Dandelion," was published in February 2024. He also covered Harry Styles' "As It Was" for Spotify Singles in September 2022.

Television and Variety Shows:

Seungkwan is a popular character on South Korean variety shows because of his humorous and upbeat demeanor. Among the notable appearances are:
Unexpected Q (regular cast, 2018)
The regular cast of Prison Life of Fools (2019)
2019's Five Cranky Brothers
Host of Job Estate (2021)
Fantastic Saturday Spin-Off: 2021 Idol Dictation Test
The Devil's Plan (2023), a reality series on Netflix
Build Up (special judge, 2024)
He won the Male Idol Entertainer Award at the 2022 Korea First Brand Awards and the Rookie Entertainer Award at the 2018 MBC Entertainment Awards for his talents in entertainment.

Fashion and Ambassadorships:

Seungkwan worked with South Korean company Phyps for a photo shoot in February 2025 and went to Louboutin's Spring/Summer 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week in 2024. His impact extends beyond music, as seen by his appointment as honorary ambassador to Jeju Island in November 2024.

Health Hiatus:

Due to an ankle ailment, Seungkwan temporarily suspended promotions in July 2020. He had a health-related vacation in July 2023 and returned for Seventeenth Heaven in September 2023. Fans were impressed by his fortitude throughout these times.

2025 Net Worth:

Due to confidential financial information, it might be difficult to estimate the net worth of K-pop idols. However, Seungkwan's income is derived from SEVENTEEN's worldwide fame, endorsements, solo endeavors, and appearances on variety shows. His estimated net worth as of 2024 was $5 million, and estimates for 2025 range from $5 million to $8 million. This comprises:
Music revenue includes songwriting royalties, world tours, and album sales (such as FML and Seventeenth Heaven established sales records).
Variety shows include hosting and frequent appearances.
Endorsements: Ambassadorships and partnerships in fashion.
OSTs & Solo Work: He contributed to both his solo single and dramas.

Personal Life and Philanthropy:

Although he is still focused on his career, Seungkwan, who is unmarried, has stated that his ideal spouse is laid-back and has large eyes. In addition to his love of calligraphy, basketball, volleyball, and musical singing, he has a tomato, cucumber, and memel allergy. He is well-known for his affection for his pet dog, Bookkeu, and his close friendships with celebrities such as Soobin of TXT, Moonbin of ASTRO (until his death), and Jungwoo of NCT.
Contributions to ChildFund Korea, Good Neighbors, and environmentally conscious projects like The Tag bracelet with Francesca Amfitheatrof in 2020 are just a few of the charity endeavors in which Seungkwan is involved as part of SEVENTEEN. SEVENTEEN promotes initiatives like adoption awareness and education on their anniversaries.