Shin Dong-woo (, born June 16, 1991), better known by his
stage name
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CNU, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, composer and actor. He is best known for being a member of the South Korean boy group
B1A4. In 2012, he appeared in the
KBS sitcom ''Sent from Heaven''.
Early life
Shin Dong-woo was born on June 16, 1991, in
Cheongju
Cheongju (; ) is the capital and largest list of cities in South Korea, city of North Chungcheong Province in South Korea. The 'Cheong' in the name of Chungcheong Province is the Cheong of Cheongju.
History
Cheongju has been an important prov ...
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North Chungcheong, South Korea. He studied at Bongmyung High School. In his adolescence, he formed a rock band with his friend
Jooyoung. He later studied at
Hanyang University
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in the Department of Theater and Film.
Career
CNU was revealed as a member of idol quintet
B1A4 on April 15, 2011, where he served as a vocalist and rapper. The group debuted six days later with their debut mini album ''
Let's Fly'' and lead single "OK". Since then, CNU has participated in B1A4's four studio albums and six
EPs.
In May 2022, CNU's agency confirmed that CNU's solo fan meeting '2022 B1A4 BANA - HAPPY CNU DAY' was held on June 12, 2022.
Discography
Soundtrack appearances
Production and songwriting credits
Filmography
Television series
Music Videos
Musical theater
References
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1991 births
B1A4 members
Japanese-language singers of South Korea
South Korean male composers
Living people
Male actors from Cheongju
Musicians from North Chungcheong Province
South Korean male idols
South Korean male singers
South Korean male pop singers
South Korean male songwriters
South Korean male dancers
South Korean male television actors
WM Entertainment artists