News ASTRO's MJ and JinJin Launch New Unit 'JuniGenie' This August
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ASTRO is set to unveil their third unit group featuring members MJ (Kim Myung-jun) and JinJin (Park Jin-woo), who will debut as a duo in August.
Meet 'JuniGenie'
The unit name "JuniGenie" combines the cute nicknames fans use for the members – "Juni" for MJ and "Genie" for JinJin. This playful name reflects the close bond between the two members and their fans.
ASTRO's Unit History
Since their 2016 debut, ASTRO has launched two previous units:
Moonbin&Sanha - featuring the late Moonbin and Sanha
JinJin&Rocky - pairing JinJin with Rocky
Now, JuniGenie marks the group's third unit venture.
A Powerful Combination
The duo brings complementary strengths to the table:
- MJ: Main vocalist with powerful singing abilities
- JinJin: Main rapper with dynamic performance skills
Musical Theater Experience
Both members have been expanding their artistic range through musical theater, adding another dimension to their upcoming unit activities:
MJ's Musical Credits:
- "Jamie"
- "Jack the Ripper"
- "Winter Traveler"
- "Zorro: Actor-Musician"
JinJin's Musical Credits:
- "Crash Landing on You"
- "Show Musical Dream High"
Their musical theater experience has strengthened their stage presence, raising expectations for what this new unit will bring.
Recent ASTRO Activities
The group has remained active despite challenges:
- Released memorial song "Moon" in April, featuring various K-pop artists, in honor of member Moonbin's 2nd anniversary
- Successfully held their 4th solo concert "The 4th ASTROAD Stargraphy" in Incheon (June 7-8)
- Performed in Fukuoka, Japan at PayPay Dome (June 28-29), with former member Rocky making a special appearance
As ASTRO continues to evolve and explore new formats, JuniGenie represents an exciting new chapter for both the group and their devoted fanbase, AROHA.