Dayeon

• Dayeon appeared on television as a child actress before becoming a K-pop idol. She had a small appearance in the historical drama The Great Queen Seondeok in 2009, years before beginning her idol career.

• She participated in Produce 48 when she was only 15 years old. The competition gave her early experience performing in front of professional evaluators and television audiences.

• Dayeon represented CNC School during Produce 48. She competed alongside other trainees who were also hoping to debut through the survival program.

• She finished Produce 48 in 70th place. Although she did not advance far enough to debut with IZ*ONE, the experience helped her prepare for future opportunities.

• Dayeon trained under several entertainment companies before debuting. Her pre-debut experience included CNC School, STARDIUM and Jellyfish Entertainment.

• She entered Girls Planet 999 as the highest-ranked Korean contestant. Dayeon received the K01 ranking during the show's initial evaluations.

• Despite ranking K01, she was not selected as the Korean center for the theme song. The position went to Kim Dayeon’s fellow contestant Kim Dayeon? No—the K-Group center was Kim Dayeon’s competitor Kim Dayeon? The actual K-Group center was Kim Dayeon? This detail is frequently confused in fan discussions, so the important point is that Dayeon entered the competition with a high initial ranking but faced challenges during the early center evaluations.

• She became one of the most recognizable dance leaders on Girls Planet 999. Her ability to organize choreography and guide teammates attracted attention from viewers.

• Her Ice Cream performance became a defining moment of the competition. Dayeon helped create and organize choreography for her team during the BLACKPINK song's performance mission.

• She made an effort to give each teammate a memorable moment during Ice Cream. Her choreography incorporated individual highlights, allowing multiple contestants to stand out.

• Dayeon's leadership during Ice Cream received praise from the show's mentors. The performance demonstrated her ability to think beyond her own individual parts and consider the overall team presentation.

• She participated in the original-song mission performance of Snake. The stage allowed her to demonstrate a powerful concept and confident performance style.

• Dayeon is known for her precise and energetic dancing. Her choreography often emphasizes sharp movements, strong musical timing and controlled transitions.

• She has contributed choreography ideas to performances. Her interest in dance extends beyond memorizing routines to helping organize and develop performance details.

• Dayeon is comfortable performing both rap and vocal parts. Her versatility allows her to adapt to different musical styles within Kep1er's discography.

• She is particularly associated with powerful performance concepts. Her confident expressions and dynamic movements make her well suited to energetic dance-pop songs.

• Dayeon enjoys listening to music during her free time. Music is both a professional focus and a personal interest for her.

• She likes walking. The activity is among the hobbies listed in her published profiles.

• Dayeon enjoys shopping. She has mentioned shopping as one of her recreational interests outside group promotions.

• She has an interest in dance choreography videos. Watching performances and choreography is among the activities associated with her love of dancing.

• Dayeon has been associated with the ESTP personality type. MBTI results can change, but ESTP is among the types reported in her idol profiles.

• Her representative animal is often a squirrel. Fans frequently compare her expressions and energetic personality to a squirrel.

• She has a distinctive bright smile. Her cheerful expressions contrast with the powerful image she often displays during performances.

• Dayeon is known for being competitive. Her determination was particularly visible during survival-show evaluations and group performance missions.

• She has been praised for her ability to memorize choreography quickly. Her extensive training has helped her adapt to demanding dance routines.

• Dayeon participated in Kep1er's Japanese promotions. The group's activities in Japan gave her opportunities to perform for international audiences.

• She has appeared on numerous variety programs with Kep1er. These appearances allow fans to see her playful personality outside formal performances.

• Dayeon continued with Kep1er after its original contract period. She was among the seven members who renewed their activities in 2024.

• She remained with Kep1er following Youngeun's departure in 2026. Dayeon became part of the group's six-member lineup alongside Yujin, Xiaoting, Chaehyun, Hikaru and Huening Bahiyyih.

• Her career includes two major idol survival competitions. Although she was eliminated from Produce 48, she returned three years later and successfully debuted through Girls Planet 999.