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.