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Ningning

Ningning is the stage name of Ning Yizhuo, a Chinese singer based in South Korea and a member of the K-pop girl group aespa.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ningning is the stage name of Ning Yizhuo, a Chinese singer based in South Korea and a member of the K-pop girl group aespa. She is best known as aespa’s main vocalist and was introduced through SM Entertainment’s pre-debut project SM Rookies before the group’s official debut in 2020.

Early life

Ningning was born in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, and is known by her birth name Ning Yizhuo. Publicly available biographical sources identify her as a Chinese singer who later based her career in South Korea.

Career

She entered SM Entertainment’s pre-debut trainee project SM Rookies and was later revealed as a member of aespa. aespa officially debuted in 2020 with the single "Black Mamba."

Role in aespa

Ningning is commonly described as aespa’s main vocalist. She is also the group’s youngest member, or maknae, in many fan and profile sources.

Public image

Ningning is recognized for her strong vocal delivery and stage presence. She is also noted for her Chinese background within a South Korean girl group.

Key facts

  • Ningning is a Chinese singer active in South Korea.
  • She is a member of the girl group aespa.
  • She was born Ning Yizhuo on October 23, 2002.
  • She was introduced through SM Rookies before aespa’s debut.
  • She is widely identified as aespa’s main vocalist.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ningning?
Ningning is the stage name of Ning Yizhuo, a Chinese singer and member of the K-pop girl group aespa.
What group is Ningning in?
She is a member of aespa, a South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment.
When was Ningning born?
She was born on October 23, 2002.
What is Ningning’s role in aespa?
She is widely identified as aespa’s main vocalist.
Where is Ningning from?
She was born in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ningning
    Supports: Birth name, stage name, birth date, nationality, and membership in aespa.
  2. Kpop Fandom — https://kpop.fandom.com/wiki/Ningning
    Supports: Stage name, group membership, and role as maknae.
  3. Kpopping — https://kpopping.com/profiles/idol/NingNing
    Supports: Chinese singer profile, aespa membership, and role as main vocalist.
  4. Orami — https://www.orami.co.id/magazine/ningning
    Supports: Birthplace, debut with aespa, and basic biographical details.