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Jiwoo H2H
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Jiwoo H2H

Jiwoo (지우), born Choi Ji-woo (최지우) on September 7, 2006, in Godeok-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul, is the leader of Hearts2Hearts under SM Entertainment. A former ballerina, she was scouted by SM in sixth grade while shopping at a convenience store and trained for six years before making her debut. At 169 cm with a blood type A and ISTJ personality, Jiwoo holds the positions of Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper, Sub Vocalist, and Visual. Her audition song was the South Korean national anthem. Nicknames include Mychuu, Cherry, and Juu. Her hobbies are watching cartoons and travelling; her favourite snack is strawberry gelato. She is Catholic, with the baptismal name Stella -- which she shares with her groupmate only by coincidence. Jiwoo's authority in the group extends beyond her title. She introduced the group, keeps members grounded, and despite describing herself as naturally shy, commands the stage with a precision shaped by years of classical training. Her role model is aespa's Karina. Hearts2Hearts debuted February 24, 2025, with the single album The Chase and have since released Style (June 2025), the mini album Focus (October 2025), and the digital single RUDE! (February 2026).
3 articles6 creditsDebut: February 24, 2025Korean

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Discography

2026
RUDE!Single
Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper
2025
The ChaseSingle
Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper
2025
ButterfliesSingle
Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper
2025
StyleSingle
Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper
2025
FocusMini Album
Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper

Brand Partnerships

2026
SM x UNICEF Indonesia School Infrastructure InitiativeCampaign

Fans Also Ask

What is Jiwoo's role in Hearts2Hearts?
Jiwoo (Choi Ji-woo) is the Leader, Lead Dancer, Rapper, Sub Vocalist, and Visual of Hearts2Hearts. As the oldest member, born September 7, 2006, she sets the standard on and off stage, introducing the group in public appearances and grounding the members during their debut year.
How was Jiwoo discovered by SM Entertainment?
Jiwoo was street-scouted by SM Entertainment while shopping at a convenience store in sixth grade. At the time she was a trained classical ballerina, having studied ballet for six years from age six. Her SM audition song was the South Korean national anthem. She trained under SM for six years before debuting.
When did Hearts2Hearts debut?
Hearts2Hearts officially debuted on February 24, 2025, with their first single album The Chase under SM Entertainment. The group subsequently released Style (June 2025), the mini-album Focus (October 2025), and digital single RUDE! (February 2026).
What does H2H stand for?
H2H is short for Hearts2Hearts, Jiwoo's eight-member girl group under SM Entertainment. The name reflects the group's concept of building a direct, sincere connection with fans, heart to heart.
What is Jiwoo's background before Hearts2Hearts?
Before joining SM as a trainee, Jiwoo was a dedicated ballet student from age six. She trained under SM for six years before debuting with Hearts2Hearts in February 2025. In September 2025, she served as a special MC on SBS's Inkigayo.

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