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About
Minnie is a Thai-born singer, songwriter, and producer who gained international recognition as the main vocalist of (G)I-DLE. With her distinctive voice, exceptional musical versatility, and strong stage presence, she has captivated global audiences, solidifying her position as one of the most prominent Thai idols in the K-pop industry.
Biography
- Birth Name: Nicha Yontararak (ณิชา ยนตรรักษ์)
- Stage Name: Minnie
- Date of Birth: October 23, 1997 (Bangkok, Thailand)
- Height: 167 cm
- Shoe Size: 240 mm
- Blood Type: O
- MBTI: INFJ
- Company: CUBE Entertainment
- Year of Debut: 2018 (with (G)I-DLE), 2025 (solo)
- Instagram: @min.nicha
- TikTok: @nicha.minnie
Career
Pre-Debut
Before debuting, Minnie joined Cube Star World Audition in Thailand in 2014 and moved to South Korea in 2015 to train under Cube Entertainment. She was publicly introduced in 2016 through Cube’s Instagram and later performed with Jeon Soyeon at the Unpretty Rapstar 3 concert. In 2017, she appeared in a Rising Star Cosmetics campaign with future (G)I-DLE members and contributed vocals to Line Friends’ “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” and the Dance Party! – Children’s English Songs album, gaining early exposure before her official debut.
Debut with (G)I-DLE & Group/Solo Activities
Minnie debuted as the main vocalist of (G)I-DLE on May 2, 2018, with the mini-album “I Am” and the title track “Latata.” The group quickly gained recognition, winning their first music show award within 20 days of debut. Minnie was praised for her distinctive, soothing vocal tone.
In 2019, she contributed to “I Made,” co-writing and composing “Blow Your Mind,” which was first released through the group’s online broadcast “To Neverland.” She later composed “For You” for (G)I-DLE’s Japanese debut album “Latata.” That year, the group joined “Queendom,” where Minnie’s Thai-language intro for “Latata” in the first round received praise from both Korean and Thai audiences. She also represented (G)I-DLE in the vocal unit battle, performing “Instagram” with AOA’s Hyejeong, a stage highly anticipated by contestants and well-received by the public.
In October 2019, she collaborated with Wengie on “Empire,” which debuted at #22 on Billboard’s World Digital Songs chart.
Minnie became more involved in songwriting and production in 2020. She co-wrote and composed “I’m the Trend,” dedicated to (G)I-DLE’s fandom, which was performed at their online concert “I-Land: Who Am I.” She also co-composed “Tung-Tung (Empty)” for their Japanese EP “Oh My God.”
In 2021, (G)I-DLE released “I Burn,” with Minnie co-composing “Moon” and “Dahlia.” Both songs highlighted her ability to create emotional depth in music.
Beyond music, she ventured into acting, starring in Netflix’s “So Not Worth It” as a genre-savvy Thai girl who loves K-dramas. She also participated in OSTs, singing “Getaway” (“My Dangerous Wife”) and “We Already Fell in Love” with Miyeon (“Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol”).
Minnie played a crucial role in (G)I-DLE’s musical evolution. In 2022, the group made a major comeback with “I Never Die,” featuring the hit “Tomboy.” She continued showcasing her songwriting skills in “I Love” (2022) and “I Feel” (2023), contributing to tracks that defined (G)I-DLE’s bold and experimental sound.
Her influence extended beyond group activities. She collaborated with Thai rappers F. Hero and UrboyTJ on “Money Honey” (2021), and her participation in fashion and tourism programs like “Minnie Soojin’s I’M THE TREND” and “Play Seoul” further solidified her presence in Korean entertainment.
On January 21, 2025, Minnie officially debuted as a solo artist with her extended play “Her,” led by the title track of the same name. The release was preceded by “Blind Eyes Red” on January 7. Her solo work explored a fusion of pop, R&B, and alternative sounds, incorporating influences from her Thai heritage.
With her solo debut, Minnie embarked on a new artistic journey, proving her versatility as a singer, composer, and performer while maintaining her role in (G)I-DLE.
Controversies & Facts
Minnie’s Family Background: Is She Born Rich?
Her family really belongs to the “Hiso” class of the nation , and possesses both wealth and power.
Minne’s mother used to be a famous pianist, and now owns a luxury resort, while her father used to be the vice-president of the first bank in Thailand. Now, he’s the chairman of the Thai corporation YMCA.
With such a background, Minnie and her brothers were raised in a healthy and extremely luxurious environment. The female idol went to the girls’ high school Wattana Wittaya Academy, which is known for its proper and strict education. On the other hand, Minnie is an extremely great student, and can speak 5 languages fluently, including Thai, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and English.
Minnie’s twin brothers, Mic and Mac, are also known to be excellent in their studies, having graduated from the top Thai university Chulalongkorn. It was said that had Minnie not pursue an idol career, she’d enroll in the same university as a communications student.
Previously, (G)I-DLE members can’t help but admire Minnie when the female idol expressed her wish to take (G)I-DLE to her family’s 4-star resorts to film a reality show. This alone proves the sheer wealth her family possesses.
Minnie is known to have inherited the love for music from her family, who has a long history in the craft. Her mother, aunt, and uncle play the piano, and her uncle is among the greatest composers in the nation, even awarded a medal by the Thai King Rama IX.
On the other hand, Minnie’s aunt, Pawongduen “Sugar” Yontararak, is the great grand-daughter of the last king of Lanna, which was once a northern kingdom of Thailand.
Continuing her family’s tradition in music, Minnie pursued her dream of becoming a Kpop idol. Now, she’s a main vocalist of (G)I-DLE alongside fellow member Miyeon, and is known for her top-tier beauty and regal aura.
Facts About Minnie
- Among the three foreign members, she has lived in Korea the longest and has the best Korean pronunciation and skills.
- When she speaks, her voice is high and unique. It’s like a childish tone, and because of that and her cute appearance off stage, there are quite a few cases where people assume that Minnie is the youngest member of the line, even though she’s the oldest member.
- She mentioned that she isn’t very good at cooking and that the only Thai dish she knows how to make is Pad See Ew.
- She is the first member of (G)I-DLE to sing a drama OST.
- She has two dogs named “Panda” and “Tammy” at her home in Thailand, and Panda also showed off his talent by singing along to the piano accompaniment.
- It was said that when Minnie was young, her parents had her fortune told, and the fortune teller advised that she would do well if she lived far away from home. Following this, her parents deliberately sent her to a boarding school to ensure she would live far away.
- Her Korean surname is “Kim,” which is also a nickname that both the members and fans call her by. In fact, “Kim Minnie” is the nickname she likes the most and has become almost like her second name.
Net Worth
It was previously reported that Minnie’s net worth has reached around 5 million USD after her debut in Korea. She’s also listed by the media as the richest member of (G)I-DLE.
With such an outstanding background, Minnie surprised a great number of fans, who couldn’t hold back their gasp, and called the female idol a “princess” and a true “noble young lady”
Source: yan
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