Moon Hee-jun and Soyul's Daughter Heeyul to Begin Idol Audition Training

Heeyul, daughter of H.O.T.’s Moon Hee-joon and Crayon Pop’s Soyul, has begun formal preparations to enter the K-pop industry. This year, she will enroll in a professional dance academy to reach the skill level required for trainee auditions.

The move follows Heeyul’s long-standing desire to follow her parents’ career path. After years of independent practice and filming social media content, she recently performed a cover of H.O.T.’s "Candy" on national television. Her development focuses on both performance excellence and the financial literacy necessary for a sustainable music career.

Key Facts

• Heeyul is transitioning from independent practice to professional training at a dance academy this year.
• Moon Hee-joon advised his daughter that success requires practicing 12 hours daily and sacrificing personal social activities.
• Soyul noted that Heeyul has aspired to be an idol since childhood and frequently films dance challenges.
• Moon Hee-joon is teaching Heeyul mathematics specifically so she can calculate future contract profit distributions and tax deductions.
• Heeyul recently showcased her performance skills on KBS 2TV’s Gongbu-wa-Nolbu with a cover of "Candy."

Key Terms

• H.O.T.: A foundational first-generation K-pop boy group led by Moon Hee-joon.
• Crayon Pop: The K-pop girl group featuring Soyul, known for the viral hit "Bar Bar Bar."
• Shorts: Short-form video platforms used by aspiring idols to showcase dance covers.

Key Quote

"I practiced for 12 hours every single day without missing a day. That's how I was able to debut. You have to endure and overcome difficult processes to become an idol. You must make up your mind firmly." — Moon Hee-joon

Next

• Heeyul will pursue official auditions once her skills meet professional standards.
• Her training will include studying business logistics, such as 6:4 profit split ratios, to prepare for the industry's financial side.