Nichkhun

Who Is Nichkhun? Age, Biography and Wiki

Nichkhun Buck Horvejkul, popularly known as Nichkhun, was born on June 24, 1988, making him 36 years old as of 2025. Nichkhun is a multi-talented artist recognized not only for his skills in rapping but also for his engaging performances in K-pop. He rose to fame as a member of the popular boy band 2PM, gaining a massive fan following across the globe. His diverse background as a Thai-American has made him a unique figure in the music industry.

Occupation	Blues Singer
Date of Birth	June 24, 1988
Age	37 Years
Birth Place	Rancho Cucamonga, California, U.S.
Horoscope	Cancer
Country	U.S

Popularity

Height, Weight & Measurements

Nichkhun stands tall at approximately 175 cm (5 feet 9 inches) and weighs around 65 kg (143 lbs). With his well-maintained physique, he continues to inspire many fans who admire his dedication to fitness and overall well-being. His body measurements include a chest size of 100 cm (39 inches), a waist size of 28 inches, and a bicep size of 12 inches.

Family, Dating & Relationship Status

As of 2025, Nichkhun has managed to keep his personal life relatively private. While he has been linked to various celebrities in the past, including rumors about relationships with fellow idols, he is currently single. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on his career and personal growth, citing that he is enjoying time with his family and friends. Nichkhun frequently expresses gratitude for his supportive family, who played a significant role in his journey to stardom.

to Thai father and Thai Chinese-American mother, is a dual national of Thailand and the United States. His maternal grandparents emigrated to Thailand from Hainan, and he has said that he has extended family and distant ancestors from Guangzhou.

His mother, Yenjit Horvejkul (née Mekworewut), is the chief executive officer of her family's pharmaceutical business, Union Medical, which imports pharmaceutical products from abroad and is a major government contractor. His wealthy background earned him the nickname "Thai Prince" in South Korea.

The second of four children, Nichkhun has an older brother Nichan Bert (born September 11, 1986, California, USA ), and two younger sisters, Nichthima Yanin (born July 22, 1990, California, USA) and Nachjaree (Chereen) (born October 20, 1994, Bangkok, Thailand).

Net Worth and Salary

Nichkhun's net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $8 million, reflecting his successful career in music and entertainment. His earnings stem not only from his work as a rapper and singer but also from various endorsements, brand collaborations, and public appearances. His popularity has positioned him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, enabling him to command lucrative deals.

Career, Business and Investments

Nichkhun's career took off when he debuted with 2PM in 2008. Since then, he has ventured into solo projects, acting, and modeling. Diversity in his career has allowed him to explore different avenues, strengthening his presence in the entertainment industry. In recent years, he has also invested in various businesses, including fashion and technology startups, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.

In order to let their children understand their own culture and learn the language, the family decided to move back to Thailand and resided in the Bangkok suburbs where Nichkhun and his siblings attended local schools. He had no inclination towards the performing arts as a child and was a competitive badminton player.

At the age of twelve, he boarded at Wanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand for a year and a half and was sent back to Racho Cucamonga. He attended Etiwanda High School before transferring to Los Osos High School.

He was scouted by a scout manager of JYP Entertainment at the Los Angeles Korean Music Festival as a high school senior and offered a trainee contract, despite having no background in singing or dancing. In 2006, he moved to South Korea for training, becoming the first non-ethnic Korean trainee at the company.

Social Network

Nichkhun maintains a strong presence on social media platforms, where he engages with his fans. He is particularly active on Instagram, where he shares glimpses of his daily life, behind-the-scenes moments from his work, and interactions with fellow artists. His fan base, often referred to as "Hottest," continues to support him across various platforms, contributing to his enduring popularity.

In 2019, Nichkhun released his solo album Me in South Korea on February 18. The album was available for streaming in South Korea, China, and Thailand. A special song called "Umbrella" dedicated to his fans was released in five different languages Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Thai, and English.

Nichkhun held his solo concerts 'Home' in Seoul on May 11 and 12. He also held his encore concerts called 'Nichkhun Solo Concert 'Home' Encore in Japan ~Sweet 624~' on June 27 and 28 in Tokyo. On July 27, Nichkhun held his solo concert called Nichkhun Solo Concert 'Home' in Bangkok with Dr.Jill in Thailand.

Nichkhun started filming for Viu Original Thai series called My Bubble Tea in July 2019 and a Thai horror movie, CJ Major Entertainment's Cracked in August 2019.

On October 28, Nichkhun announced the release of his second mini album in Japan titled 'Story of...' and solo concerts called "NICHKHUN (From 2PM) Premium Solo Concert 2019-2020 'Story of...'" On December 19, his album 'Story of...' was released in digital format simultaneously in Japan and Korea.

The physical format of the album was released on December 25. Nichkhun held his solo concerts 'Story of...' in Osaka on December 26 and 27.

Education

Nichkhun completed his high school education in Thailand before moving to the United States. He later attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he pursued a degree in communications. His educational background has undoubtedly influenced his understanding of the entertainment landscape and his approach to building a career in the music industry.

In conclusion, Nichkhun has successfully navigated the challenges of fame while staying true to himself and his artistry. As we move through 2025, fans and followers eagerly anticipate his future endeavors in music and beyond.

In 2014, Japanese network NTV's Kindaichi Shounen no Jikenbo mystery drama special was broadcast on January 4. Nichkhun took on the role of a young student who was involved in a serial murder case set in the jungles of Malaysia. Nichkhun started filming for his Chinese drama Looking for Aurora in June.

The drama held its production press conference in Shenzhen on August 28.

In August, Nichkhun also debuted as a designer and released bag collection in collaboration with Korean fashion brand ‘rosa.K.’ The ‘ROSA.K x Nichkhun Collaboration’ consisted of three different lines: Dustin, Lawnick, and Dave, and the showcase was held on August 26, 2014.

Nichkhun teamed up with CNBLUE's Jung Yong-hwa, B1A4's Baro, Infinite's L, and Winner's Mino for project group Lucky Boys (Super 5) for the 2014 SBS Gayo Daejun. Nichkhun and Baro also hosted the show.