Max Changmin's Birthday: 10 Fun Facts About The Legendary K-Pop Singer

Legendary K-pop group TVXQ’s Shim Changmin who is known for his witty personality and gifted voice celebrates his 33rd birthday Thursday.

Shim Changmin, popularly known by his stage name as Max Changmin, was born on Feb. 18, 1988, in Seoul, South Korea. He is known for being the main vocalist of the successful second-generation K-pop duo band TVXQ which made its debut in 2003 under SM Entertainment.

Here are 10 fun facts about the artist to commemorate his birthday:

1. Debut Age

Changmin was scouted by a talent agent from SM Entertainment at the age of 14. He soon debuted as the youngest member and main vocalist of the then five-member band at the ripe age of 15 and now has over 17 years of experience in the field. He is also a talented actor.

2. Bigtime Foodie And Excellent Cook

Changmin has never missed an opportunity to express his love for food. The singer took his passion to the next level by learning to cook professionally and transforming into Chef Changmin.

He often posts about his cooking classes and the dishes he makes on his Instagram account.

3. Extremely Proud Pet Parent Who Dotes On His Puppy

Changmin recently got himself an adorable Bichon Frise puppy named "Buzzi" and introduced it to the world as his "daughter."

He loves to pamper his pets with new toys, customized beds, lots of love and attention.

4. Preparing Himself For Next Industrial Revolution

In one episode of MBC’s "I Live Alone" which featured the maknae, Changmin stated that he’s afraid of being outdone by robots when the 4th industrial revolution takes place. Therefore, he keeps himself extremely busy throughout the day to upgrade his values and skills.

He spends his time learning to play the guitar, cooking, learning multiple languages, working out, and learning about current affairs.

5. Changmin Has Extremely High IQ

Changmin is known to have an IQ of 155, making him one of the smartest Idols in the entertainment industry. Despite having a busy career and extremely packed schedules, the singer made time to prioritize education and has earned himself two university degrees and one master's degree.

6. Nicknamed Baby Bambi

Along with his visuals, height, talents, and IQ, Changmin is also known for his beautiful and expressive wide eyes, winning him the nickname "Bambi" from his fans.

7. One Of The Best Vocalists In SM Entertainment

The singer is one of the most talented singers in the K-pop industry. His distinct vocal range and high notes are unmatched. They never fail to leave the audience mesmerized and speechless.

Max also made his official solo debut in April 2020 with his first mini-album titled "Chocolate" with the intention of wanting to help his fans cheer up during the coronavirus pandemic.

8. Fluent In Japanese And English

Apart from Korean, the 33-year-old is also fluent in Japanese and English. He is self-taught and constantly works on improving his communication.

9. Known For Kindness

Changmin has gained a lot of respect in the industry for his extremely humble and down-to-earth personality. He tends to treat everyone with respect and is known for his kindness. He also actively contributes to society by making donations to help and support various causes such as child welfare, poverty, natural calamities, and more.

10. Thankful To His fans

Another reason why he's extremely loved is that he always remembers to thank his fans for their endless support and encourages them to love themselves. He often expresses his feelings with warm messages to the fans, asking them to stay healthy and happy.