Shindong
신동 · 신동희 (Shin Dong-hee)
Shin Dong-hee (신동희); English name: Matthew Shin
September 28, 1985 South Korean 177 cm (5'10") 79 kg (174 lbs) Type O ISTJ
Shindong, born Shin Dong-hee on September 28, 1985, in Suwon, South Korea, is a founding member of Super Junior and has served as the group's lead dancer, sub-rapper, and sub-vocalist since its 2005 debut. Before joining SM Entertainment, he won multiple youth dance and comedy competitions, traits that would define his dual identity as both a skilled performer and one of K-pop's most recognizable entertainers. Shindong has been a member of the Super Junior subunits Super Junior-T, Super Junior-H, and the newer trio Super Junior-L.S.S. with Leeteuk and Siwon, which debuted in 2023. Beyond music, Shindong has built an extensive broadcasting career as an MC and radio DJ, hosting shows such as Strong Heart, Knowing Bros, and Great Escape, and running the long-running radio program Shim Shim Tapa for more than six years. He is also a respected music video director, credited with directing videos for Super Junior, Zhou Mi, Heechul, and several other SM-affiliated and independent artists. Shindong completed his mandatory military service in a military band unit from 2015 to 2016 and has remained one of Super Junior's most active members since, balancing group promotions with solo variety hosting and creative production work. Fans and colleagues alike credit his sharp comedic timing, warm personality, and tireless work ethic for helping sustain Super Junior's relevance and visibility across nearly two decades in the K-pop industry.
Story
Biography
Shindong: Super Junior’s Multi-Talented Dancer, Rapper, and Entertainer
Shindong, born Shin Dong-hee on September 28, 1985, in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, is a founding member of Super Junior, serving as the group’s lead dancer, sub-rapper, and sub-vocalist since its debut on November 6, 2005. Before joining SM Entertainment, Shindong built a reputation as a dance-contest winner and self-taught comedian, winning grand prizes at multiple youth dance competitions before earning first place for “Best Comedian” at SM’s 2005 Best Youth Contest.
Within Super Junior, Shindong has been a member of the subunits Super Junior-T, Super Junior-H, and, most recently, Super Junior-L.S.S. alongside Leeteuk and Siwon, which debuted in Japan in July 2023 before its official Korean debut in January 2024 with “Suit Up.” Off stage, Shindong has become one of Super Junior’s most prolific broadcast personalities, hosting long-running programs such as Strong Heart, Knowing Bros, and Great Escape, and building a reputation as the group’s unofficial “entertainment MC.”
Shindong is also an accomplished music video director, having helmed videos for artists including Super Junior, Zhou Mi, Heechul, Pink Fantasy, and Super Junior-L.S.S. He completed his mandatory military service in the 55th army division’s military band from March 2015 to December 2016. A talented radio DJ as well, he hosted MBC’s Shim Shim Tapa for over six years, earning multiple broadcasting awards along the way.
Known for his infectious energy, sharp comedic instincts, and consistent presence across two decades of Super Junior’s history, Shindong remains one of the group’s most versatile members – equally comfortable leading choreography, cracking jokes on variety television, or directing music videos behind the camera.
Profile
Basic Information
| Stage Name | Shindong (신동) |
| Full Birth Name | Shin Dong-hee (신동희) |
| Date of Birth | September 28, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea |
| Hometown | Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Height | 177 cm (5'10") |
| Weight | 79 kg (174 lbs) |
| Blood Type | O |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| MBTI | ISTJ |
| Education | High school graduate |
| Agency | SM Entertainment / Label SJ |
| Debut | November 6, 2005 (Super Junior) |
| Languages | Korean, basic Japanese and English |
| Nicknames | DJ Shindong, the Prodigy |
| Hobbies | Directing music videos, gaming, dancing |
| Favorite Color | Black |
| Ideal Type | Someone caring, sincere, and easygoing |
Membership
Groups & Positions
Super Junior
SM Entertainment / Label SJ
Lead Dancer Sub-Rapper Sub-Vocalist Super Junior-L.S.S. Member
2005–present
Super Junior-T
SM Entertainment / Label SJ
2007–present
Super Junior-H
SM Entertainment / Label SJ
2008
Super Junior-L.S.S.
SM Entertainment / Label SJ
2023–present
The Lineup
Group Members — Super Junior
Leeteuk
Leader, Vocalist, Rapper
Heechul
Vocalist, Rapper
Yesung
Main Vocalist
Shindong
Lead Dancer, Sub-Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
This Idol
Eunhyuk
Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
Donghae
Main Dancer, Vocalist
Siwon
Vocalist
Ryeowook
Main Vocalist
Kyuhyun
Main Vocalist
Kibum
Lead Rapper · Sub Vocalist · Face of the Group (departed 2015)
Kangin
Former Vocalist (withdrew 2019)
Han Geng
Lead Dancer · Sub Vocalist (China, left group 2009)
Sungmin
Lead Vocalist · Lead Dancer
Journey
Career Timeline
2002
Dance Contest Winner
Won the grand prize at the Goyangsi Youth Dance Contest, launching his interest in performing.
2005
SM Best Youth Contest
Won first place for Best Comedian and the grand prize at SM Entertainment's Best Youth Contest, leading to his trainee contract.
2005
Super Junior Debut
Debuted on November 6 as a member of the original 12-member Super Junior 05 with "Twins (Knock Out)."
2005
M!Countdown MC
Became a co-host of Mnet's M!Countdown alongside Leeteuk and Kangin.
2007
Super Junior-T & Car Accident
Joined the trot subunit Super Junior-T; survived a serious van accident in April along with Leeteuk, Kyuhyun, and Eunhyuk.
2007
Film Debut
Made his acting debut in Attack on the Pin-Up Boys.
2008
Super Junior-H & Radio DJ
Joined Super Junior-H and began hosting MBC's long-running radio show Shim Shim Tapa.
2009
Strong Heart
Became a regular cast member on SBS's popular talk show Strong Heart alongside Eunhyuk and Leeteuk.
2015
Military Enlistment
Enlisted for mandatory military service in March, joining the 55th army division's military band.
2016
Military Discharge
Discharged from military duty on December 23 after 21 months of service.
2017
Play Comeback
Returned to full group promotions with Super Junior's ninth studio album, Play.
2018
I Can See Your Voice
Became a regular "tone-deaf detective" panelist on the variety show I Can See Your Voice.
2019
Knowing Bros
Began appearing as a recurring special host on the popular variety show Knowing Bros.
2023
Super Junior-L.S.S. Debut
Debuted the trio subunit Super Junior-L.S.S. with Leeteuk and Siwon via the Japanese single "Close The Shutter."
2024
L.S.S. Korean Debut
Super Junior-L.S.S. made its official Korean debut with the single "Suit Up" on January 22.
Music
Discography
🎵
Marry Man (with UV)
Single
2017
💜
SuperJunior05 (Twins)
Studio Album
2005
💜
Don't Don
Studio Album
2007
💜
Sorry, Sorry
Studio Album
2009
💜
Bonamana
Studio Album
2010
💜
Mr. Simple
Studio Album
2011
💜
Sexy, Free & Single
Studio Album
2012
💜
Mamacita
Studio Album
2014
💜
Devil
Special Album
2015
💜
Play
Studio Album
2017
💜
Time_Slip
Special Album
2020
💜
The Renaissance
Studio Album
2021
💜
Super Junior25
Studio Album
2025
🎧
Marry Man (with UV)
Digital Single
2017
🎧
Charm of Life (with Eunhyuk, Heechul, Solar)
Digital Single
2017
🎧
Cheer Man (with UV)
Digital Single
2019
🎧
What Is Your Name? (Super Junior-D&E, feat.)
Album Track
2020
🎧
Close The Shutter (Super Junior-L.S.S.)
Japanese Single
2023
🎧
Suit Up (Super Junior-L.S.S.)
Digital Single
2024
🎧
C'MON (Super Junior-L.S.S.)
Digital Single
2024
🎧
Joke
Digital Single
2024
Recognition
Awards & Achievements
Excellence Award in Radio - Shindong and Kim Shin-young's ShimShimTapa
MBC Drama Awards
2009
Top Excellence Award in Radio - Shindong's Shim Shim Ta Pa
MBC Entertainment Awards
2013
MBC Music Star Award - Show Champion (with Kim Shin-young)
Melon Music Awards
2012
New Star Award - Strong Heart
SBS Entertainment Awards
2010
Best Entertainer Award in Talk Show
SBS Entertainment Awards
2011
Best Gag - 1st Place / Grand Prize
SM Youth Best Contest
2005
Did You Know?
Trivia & Fun Facts ✨
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Shindong's stage name means "child prodigy," combining his surname with part of his birth name.
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He chose the name "Shindong" partly because his birth name sounded similar to bandmate Donghae's.
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He was born in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, on September 28, 1985.
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Shindong has a younger sister, Ahn Da-young, though he was long believed by fans to be an only child.
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Before debuting, he won multiple dance competitions, including the Goyangsi Youth Dance Contest twice.
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He also won a comedy prize at SM Entertainment's Best Youth Contest, foreshadowing his variety-show career.
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Shindong was one of the original three hosts of Mnet's M!Countdown alongside Leeteuk and Kangin.
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He survived a serious van accident in April 2007 alongside Leeteuk, Kyuhyun, and Eunhyuk.
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He voiced the character Theodore in the Korean dub of Alvin and the Chipmunks.
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Shindong hosted the long-running MBC radio show Shim Shim Tapa for over six years.
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He was a regular cast member on SBS's Strong Heart for several years before departing in 2012.
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Shindong completed his military service in a military band unit, serving from March 2015 to December 2016.
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He is a respected behind-the-camera talent, having directed multiple official music videos.
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Among the artists whose music videos he has directed are Zhou Mi, Heechul, and Pink Fantasy.
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Shindong has been a regular panelist on the variety show I Can See Your Voice as the "tone-deaf detective."
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He is a frequent special host on the hit variety show Knowing Bros.
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Shindong is one of the founding members of Super Junior-L.S.S., alongside Leeteuk and Siwon.
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Super Junior-L.S.S. debuted in Japan in July 2023 before their Korean debut single "Suit Up" in January 2024.
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He confirmed in January 2023 that he was dating a non-celebrity woman.
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Shindong has appeared on Great Escape as a cast member across multiple seasons since 2018.
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He is known for his quick wit and consistent presence across two decades of Korean variety television.
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Shindong has hosted numerous idol-focused competition shows, including Idol Star Athletics Championships as a commentator.
The Fandom
Fan Club & Fan Name 💜
Official Fan Name
E.L.F. (EverLasting Friends)
E.L.F. is the official global fandom of Super Junior, an abbreviation of "EverLasting Friends." The name reflects the group's promise that the bond between the members and their fans will last forever, no matter how the K-pop industry changes around them.
Official Fan Color
Pearl Sapphire Blue
Pearl Sapphire Blue represents trust, loyalty, and the everlasting connection between Super Junior and E.L.F. The deep blue tone is meant to evoke a sea of light at every concert.
Official Light Stick
Super Wand (Super Bong)
Officially named in 2018 to mark the group's 13th debut anniversary, the Super Wand glows in sapphire blue and is engraved with the "SJ" logo. A special-edition version with a hexagonal crystal top was teased in July 2025.
Fan Community Platform
Weverse & SJ Official Fancafe
Super Junior communicates with E.L.F. through the Weverse app and their official Daum fancafe, where members post updates, go live, and share behind-the-scenes content directly with fans.
Stay Connected
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