7 K-Pop Idols Who Might Be ENFPs

Ever wondered why certain K-pop idols seem to radiate that infectious, bouncy energy that makes even the most saccharine performances feel like pure entertainment gold? Well, there's a good chance they might be ENFPs – and trust me, once you start spotting the signs, you'll see them everywhere in the K-pop world.

Before we get any further, a confession: I know next to nothing about K-pop, other than it blends genres and those performers really know how to put on a show. I’m not going to annoy the stans by pretending I’m some kind of expert.

What I do know are the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types, with ENFPs being the most gloriously upbeat, infectiously enthusiastic, irresistibly warm types in the pack. That makes them sound shallow, which they are not. ENFPs are perceptive, curious, empathetic and wholly committed to getting along with everyone. They will solve the world’s problems with a stranger in the club bathroom before throwing shapes together on the dancefloor. If they could, these ‘Champions’ would support every person on Earth to live their best life. 

In the glittering, high-energy world of K-pop, these traits translate into idols who are passionate about their craft and invested in connecting with their fans. It’s a meme that K-pop interviews are boring – all perfect smiles and PR-cleansed answers – but ENFPs can’t help throwing in the casual vulnerabilities and jokes that put the other person at ease. You feel like you know a piece of them, even in the most staged Q&As.

Now buckle up, because I’ve trawled #Kpop, #BTS, #BLACKPINK, #Jungkook (shockingly, he’s an INTP) and a ton of interviews to find some wonderfully chaotic, endlessly soul-baring examples of K-pop’s likely ENFPs. 

RM (BTS)

BTS shocked us all in 2023 when their Myers-Briggs tests revealed that five of the seven members were introverts. The only result that didn’t surprise anyone was Kim Namjoon, better known as RM, whose personality couldn’t be more obvious if he wore a neon sign saying "I'm an ENFP!" around his neck.

Take his interviews during BTS's Chapter 2 era. In a candid interview with El País, RM was both philosophical and unrestrained on a range of controversial topics, including Korean culture’s worship of youth, K-pop stereotypes, and the side effects of the industry’s relentless pressure for perfection. When asked about the dehumanizing nature of the K-pop industry, he answered: “My company doesn't like how I answer this question, because I admit it in part, and then the journalists throw up their hands saying 'it's a horrible system, it destroys young people!' And things have improved a lot, in terms of contracts, money, education. Now there are teachers, psychologists..." He goes on to explain the cultural roots behind Korea's high-intensity work ethic, drawing a sharp contrast with Western perceptions. 

K-pop itself has an aura of superficiality, but RM describes it with the ENFP’s typical nuance. He avoids oversimplifying complex issues and is so good at weaving empathy into every answer that even the toughest questions feel like real conversations, not just rehearsed soundbites. In a language that’s not his mother tongue no less.

Perhaps the most telling of RM’s personality type is found in this page of quotes. Every one stands out as an anthem of self-discovery and optimism with just a little bit of rebellion thrown in – ENFPs don’t want to be another cog in the machine and struggle with systems that feel restrictive or impersonal. From the philosophical reflection of “Life is the same as a festival. Happiness lasts for fleeting moments, leaving behind some snapshot images of the moments. Enjoy life and seize the fleeting moments,” to this love letter to his fans, “Thank you for being my fan. I am your fan as well. I diligently cheer on your life and your fight with loneliness that you must bear on your own. From behind the stage and in my studio, I write a long fan letter written in musical notes,” RM captures what it means to live honestly and stay connected, no matter how complicated things get.

Sana (TWICE)

If there's anyone who embodies the pure, free-spirited joy that ENFPs bring to the world, it's TWICE's Sana. When she took a Myers-Briggs test and got ENFP, fans weren't surprised – they had already correctly guessed her personality type before she even took the test. Her inexhaustible social energy is a dead giveaway, and so is her awareness of how it might affect others: “That's why I feel bad for the other members sometimes. They would be resting... But I'd be all hyper all the time, so I always move somewhere else." 

Sana is famously the only extravert in TWICE, and other members have noted how she always replies with ‘yes' when asked to do something. Not all extraverts are yes-men, but ENFPs have a rare combination of FOMO (they hate missing out on potentially meaningful experiences) and a desire to be liked (they’re notorious people-pleasers). For most ENFPs, saying ‘yes’ to everything is a result of their natural warmth and optimism and their need to stay close to the action.

Sana’s emotional transparency is another classic ENFP trait. ENFPs tend to show their feelings on their face, and anyone who's watched Sana can confirm this is absolutely true. In interviews, she wears her heart on her sleeve, switching from child-like cuteness (“aegyo”) to genuine vulnerability in seconds. This emotional authenticity is what makes ENFPs so magnetic – you always know where you stand with them.

Felix (Stray Kids) 

In contrast to his famously deep voice, Felix from Stray Kids radiates a bright optimism and openness that earned him the nickname ‘Felix Sunshine.’ His Korean name is Lee Yong Bok, but his childhood in Australia led to the addition of a Westernised name. His father picked 'Felix' for its meaning: “It means happiness. I was a hyperactive, happy ball of energy, so that’s the reason,” the singer told GQ Australia.

Bubbliness is only one part of the appeal – Felix also represents the warm, nurturing side of ENFPs that often gets overshadowed by their more exuberant traits. His love language is touch. His teammates say that he hugs, pats and snuggles with them at any given moment: “I’m a very cuddly person,” Felix told interviewers.

Born, raised and street-scouted in Sydney, Felix moved to Korea to become a trainee at JYP Entertainment before debuting with Stray Kids in 2018. That’s an ambitious move by anyone’s standards, but to do it at 16, with only a basic knowledge of the Korean language and tackling an intense survival show, is no small feat. There’s something unmistakably ENFP about the way Felix tackled the transition – adventurous and quietly gutsy, with a confidence that seems to grow with each new challenge he faces.

Changbin (Stray Kids) 

According to Rolling Stone, Seo Changbin is every Stray Kids’ member’s favourite Stray Kid. When the magazine interviewed the band in 2024, his name came up constantly, through opinions seemed to oscillate between ‘cute’ (“Changbin is someone that you want to look after” – I.N.) and ‘motivational’ (“Yesterday, Changbin, who is like a leader figure in the gym, although he ended his workout routine, he decided to stay and support the other members throughout theirs” – HAN). Rolling Stone described Changbin as “the nucleus of the band, bringing them together with endearing warmth,”  or, more simply, as “the charmer.”

As the group’s unofficial cheerleader, Changbin admits that he actively tries to lift the group’s mood, especially on tough days. This chimes with the ENFP’s altruistic, ever-considerate nature. ENFPs are great at picking up on subtle shifts in mood and can sense when the group dynamic needs a boost – they also instinctively know how to provide it. 

Other members have noted Changbin’s kindergartner-like attention span, which might seem like a criticism but actually reflects a classic ENFP trait. ENFPs are easily distracted because they're constantly noticing new opportunities and connections. Their minds work like web browsers with 47 tabs open – there's always something interesting catching their attention. The fact that Changbin is capable of such incredible focus as part of Stray Kids is classic ENFP – scattered until passion hits, then unstoppable.

Rosé (BLACKPINK) 

Another Australia-raised artist of Asian heritage, Rosé brings out the deeply creative and introspective side of the ENFP personality. She’s been open about her complex relationship with authenticity and self-expression, especially inside a polished, performance-based industry. “We were trained to always present ourselves in the most perfect way,” she told NME, adding that this process continues to be a difficult one for her, even after almost a decade as a K-pop idol. “I think it’s still hard, actually. It kind of never stopped since then,” she noted.

ENFPs are driven by their values and their need to be genuine. They can't fake enthusiasm for things that don't resonate with them, and experience internal conflict when they're expected to perform emotions they don't naturally feel. Rosé has mentioned that her music needs to feel “right” to her first before she can share it authentically with others, and her awareness of this tension shows the kind of self-reflection that mature ENFPs develop.

In summer 2025, Rosé launched her debut collection for PUMA – she’s been an ambassador for the sportswear label since 2024. It’s in her own words about creative collaboration that Rosé reveals the deep value she places on authenticity and self-definition: “This PUMA x ROSÉ collection is really special to me because it reflects so much of who I am, both on and off stage,” she explained. “I wanted every piece to feel like a quiet rebellion, something that empowers you to show up as your most honest, fearless self. We carried that same feeling into the campaign, which was all about capturing that raw, unfiltered version of me. I wanted it to feel like how I see myself without all the noise, and I think there’s something really powerful in that.”

Chuu (LOONA) 

We could write an essay about the rise and fall of LOONA. The 12-member girl K-pop group gained popularity through their high-energy songs and choreography before falling into a state of complete disarray when Chuu, their most popular member, was suddenly removed from the group. Fan boycotts soon followed, with Chuu-stans working hard to get the girl group as few streams as possible. If that’s not proof of the fierce loyalty ENFPs like Chuu inspire, I don’t know what is.

Before things got messy for LOONA, fans were describing Chuu as equal parts loud,  chaotic, cheerful, active and dorky. She comes across as extremely affectionate as well, constantly telling the members and fans how much she loves them and throwing out her signature “apple heart.” The members might have rolled their eyes at her dramatics, but it’s such a relatable  ENFP experience – their genuine mood-boosting enthusiasm can sometimes overwhelm others who aren't used to someone wearing their big, optimistic heart on their sleeve.

Seungkwan (SEVENTEEN) 

In October 2024, scandal rocked the K-pop world when HYBE was found to be producing a weekly internal report that targeted artists from rival companies. The leaked report, spanning about 20 pages, included malicious remarks about other idols’ looks and talents, spread gossip, and outlined schemes for viral marketing designed to undermine rivals, prompting widespread backlash from fans.

Seungkwan’s response was a textbook ENFP move. He was the first to publicly call out toxic industry culture and defend the dignity of fellow artists, fans and colleagues. ENFPs are known for their moral courage and unwillingness to stay silent in the face of injustice. As he wrote on his personal Instagram account: “I don’t want to see people hurting each other anymore. I feel that I can no longer stay silent for all my colleagues who are working hard even at this moment, my fans, my members, my people who are getting hurt.”

Seungkwan’s heartfelt post struck a chord with fans and demonstrates the ENFP's natural supportive nature. As friends and colleagues, ENFPs like Seungkwan are the first to reach out when someone’s struggling and the last to let unfairness go unchallenged. Their instinct is to protect, encourage and uplift – it’s the way they show up, time after time, for the people and causes they care about.