Who is Kang Chan-hee? Chani Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Dramas, SF9, Movies & TV Shows, Girlfriend

Kang Chan-hee, professionally known as Chani, is a South Korean singer, actor, and dancer best recognized for his role as Hwang Woo-joo in the critically acclaimed drama Sky Castle (2018–2019) and as a member of the K-pop boy group SF9.

Born on January 17, 2000, he began his career as a child actor, appearing in dramas like Listen to My Heart (2011) and The Queen’s Classroom (2013).

Chani debuted with SF9 in 2016 under FNC Entertainment with the single “Fanfare,” showcasing his skills as a sub-rapper and main dancer.

Profile

• Full Name: Kang Chan-hee
• Stage Name: Chani
• Born: January 17, 2000
• Age: 25 years old
• Birthplace: Daejeon, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Singer, Actor, Dancer, Model
• Height: 1.77 m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Kang
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Kang Chan-hee was born on January 17, 2000, in Daejeon, South Korea. Raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kang, alongside a younger brother, he developed an early interest in performing arts.

He attended the School of Performing Arts Seoul (SOPA), graduating with a focus on acting, which honed his skills for his future career. His ethnicity is South Korean, and his religion is not publicly known.

Career

Kang Chan-hee, known as Chani, began his career as a child actor in 2009, appearing in MBC’s historical drama Queen Seondeok and KBS’s Three Brothers. His early roles included Listen to My Heart (2011), where he acted alongside Kim Sae-ron, and The Innocent Man (2012), which showcased his emotional range.

He gained attention for his role in The Queen’s Classroom (2013) and the crime drama Signal (2016). Chani also appeared in TVXQ‘s “Balloons” music video, though he later clarified he was mistakenly credited for another role in a similar project.

Chani‘s career expanded significantly when he joined FNC Entertainment’s pre-debut team Neoz School in 2015. He debuted as a member of the K-pop boy group SF9 in October 2016 with the single “Fanfare,” taking on the roles of sub-rapper and main dancer.

His acting breakthrough came with Sky Castle (2018–2019), where he portrayed Hwang Woo-joo, a compassionate high school student, earning widespread praise for his nuanced performance. His roles in True Beauty (2020) as Jung Se-yeon and Imitation (2021) as Lee Eun-jo further showcased his versatility, blending emotional depth with charm.

Chani‘s modeling work for brands like Tiffany Kids Wear and Downy Softener also added to his growing prominence.

In recent years, Chani has continued to balance his music and acting careers, appearing in dramas like Under the Queen’s Umbrella (2022) as Prince Uiseong and Miracle (2022). His upcoming projects include the historical drama The Scandal of Chunhwa (2025) and the film Galatea (2025), signaling his continued rise in the industry.

As a member of SF9, he contributes to the group’s discography, with hits like “Now or Never” and “Good Guy,” and is known for his low-toned rap and dynamic dance performances. Chani‘s ability to juggle dual careers while maintaining a strong presence in both fields has solidified his reputation as a multifaceted entertainer.

Social Media

Instagram Handle: @c_chani_i

Personal Life

Chani is single and has not publicly disclosed any romantic relationships, preferring to keep his personal life private. He is close friends with iKON’s Jung Chan-woo, the late ASTRO member Moon Bin, and actress Kim Sae-ron, connections formed during his childhood acting days and trainee years.

Filmography

• Queen Seondeok (2009) – Supporting Role
• Three Brothers (2009) – Supporting Role
• Listen to My Heart (2011) – Supporting Role
• Click Your Heart (2016) – Supporting Role
• Sky Castle (2018–2019) – Hwang Woo-joo
• True Beauty (2020) – Jung Se-yeon (cameo)
• Once Again (2020) – Supporting Role (cameo)
• Imitation (2021) – Lee Eun-jo
• Will You Leave? (2021) – Supporting Role
• Jinx (2021) – Supporting Role
• Miracle (2022) – Supporting Role
• Under the Queen’s Umbrella (2022) – Prince Uiseong
• The Scandal of Chunhwa (2025) – Supporting Role (upcoming)
• Familyhood (2016) – Hyun-bin
• The First Issue (2019) – Hyunjun
• White Day (2021) – Heemin
• Seol (2021) – Jungseok
• Galatea (2025) – Supporting Role (upcoming)

Discography

• “Fanfare” – SF9 (2016)
• “Breaking Dawn” – SF9 (2021)
• “Now or Never” – SF9 (2018)
• “Good Guy” – SF9 (2020)

Net Worth

Kang Chan-hee, known as Chani, has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million USD as of 2025. His income is derived from his dual career as a member of SF9, contributing to music releases and performances, and his acting roles in high-profile dramas like Sky Castle and Under the Queen’s Umbrella.