ArtistYH Entertainment
Kim Gyu-vin
Kim Gyu-vin (김규빈; English name: Kevin Kim) is a South Korean singer who debuted as part of ZEROBASEONE after ranking 7th on Boys Planet with 1,346,105 fan votes. Born August 30, 2004 in Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, he is the tallest member of ZB1 at 188cm.
Gyu-vin trained for nearly four years before Boys Planet, including time at YG Entertainment. He represented YH Entertainment (then Yuehua Entertainment) on the show and became one of four YH-affiliated members in ZB1's nine-member roster. Known for his face, his stage energy, and his documented love of snacks -- earning the nickname Kim Gwaja (김과자, "Snack Kim") -- he built one of the group's most passionate domestic fanbases.
ZB1 debuted July 10, 2023 with Youth in the Shade, selling over two million copies. The group earned a Rookie Grand Slam, sweeping all 10 domestic rookie-of-the-year awards in 2023-2024, and released five consecutive million-sellers before adding the farewell special album RE-FLOW in early 2026.
In January 2026, YH Entertainment confirmed that Gyu-vin and three other YH-affiliated members would not continue with ZB1 following the conclusion of their contracts. He returned to YH Entertainment as the remaining five members extended ZB1 activities. Gyu-vin is MBTI ENFP, blood type B, and has three younger siblings. His Italian Greyhound Mpappa is a fixture in fan content.
1 articles6 creditsDebut: July 10, 2023South Korean
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Discography
2025
BLUE PARADISEMini Album
2024
CRUSHMini Album
2024
SWEATMini Album
2023
Youth in the ShadeMini Album
2023
MELTING POINTMini Album
Other Credits
2026
RE-FLOWSpecial Limited Album
Fans Also Ask
Who is Kim Gyu-vin?
Kim Gyu-vin (김규빈), also known by his English name Kevin Kim, is a South Korean singer born August 30, 2004, in Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam. He is the former visual and vocalist of ZEROBASEONE, the nine-member boy group formed through Boys Planet in 2023, and is currently pursuing solo activities under YH Entertainment.
Why did Kim Gyu-vin leave ZEROBASEONE?
Kim Gyu-vin did not renew his contract with WAKEONE for continued ZB1 activities. In January 2026, YH Entertainment confirmed that Gyu-vin and fellow YH-affiliated members Zhang Hao, Ricky, and Han Yujin would conclude their ZB1 activities after the group's final concerts in Yokohama (February 2026) and Seoul (March 2026). The departure was a standard contract conclusion, with Gyu-vin returning to YH Entertainment for solo career development.
What was Kim Gyu-vin's rank on Boys Planet?
Kim Gyu-vin ranked 7th in the Boys Planet finale, receiving 1,346,105 fan votes. He represented YH Entertainment (then YUEHUA Entertainment) on the show alongside Zhang Hao, Ricky, and Han Yujin -- a cohort that made YH Entertainment one of the standout agencies across the entire competition.
What is Kim Gyu-vin's nickname?
Kim Gyu-vin's best-known nickname is Kim Gwaja (김과자), which translates loosely to Snack Kim. The name originated from his documented love of snacks and became a fixture in ZB1 fan content, variety appearances, and the group's own social media. It remained a consistent part of his fan culture identity throughout ZB1's run.
What is Kim Gyu-vin doing after ZEROBASEONE?
Following his departure from ZEROBASEONE in March 2026, Kim Gyu-vin returned to YH Entertainment to develop his solo career. YH Entertainment stated that Gyu-vin, along with Zhang Hao, Ricky, and Han Yujin, would take time to prepare for future activities and carefully review various creative directions. As of early 2026, no solo debut schedule has been officially confirmed, though his strong domestic fanbase and proven stage ability position him as one of the more anticipated solo acts from the ZB1 generation.
