Haneul

Who Is Haneul? Meet KISS OF LIFE’s Bright Maknae and Lead Vocalist

Haneul is the youngest member — the maknae — and lead vocalist of the South Korean girl group KISS OF LIFE, a four-member act under S2 Entertainment that has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in K-pop’s rookie generation. Born Won Haneul (원하늘) on May 25, 2005, in Suwon, South Korea, she rounds out a lineup that also includes Julie, Natty, and Belle. If you’re searching for her profile, age, real name, height, MBTI, or her role inside KISS OF LIFE, this guide covers everything you need to know.

Early Life and Trainee Journey

Haneul grew up in Suwon alongside an older sister, Harim, and an older brother, Hamin. Her love for music started early — her mother works as a music academy instructor, and Haneul grew up competing in youth singing contests and winning early recognition for her piano playing. Her interest in K-pop idols was sparked after she watched the girl group SISTAR perform at her brother’s school soccer match, an experience that pushed her toward auditioning.

Unlike her groupmates, who each trained under multiple agencies for years, Haneul’s path was remarkably direct. She auditioned for S2 Entertainment in 2022, performing Jessie J’s “Domino” and Lee Hi’s “My Love,” and became a trainee with a training period of just over a year — the shortest of any KISS OF LIFE member. She left high school to focus on training and later completed her education through the equivalency exam. When the group’s final lineup was decided, Haneul reportedly received near-unanimous support from S2 staff, including creative director Lee Hae-in.

Debut with KISS OF LIFE

In December 2022, Haneul’s identity was still unknown when she appeared in a documentary about K-pop trainees alongside her future groupmates Julie, Natty, and Belle. On May 18, 2023, she was officially revealed as the fourth and final member of KISS OF LIFE. The group made its debut on July 5, 2023, with the self-titled mini album KISS OF LIFE and its lead single “Shhh,” with Haneul contributing the solo track “Play Love Games.”

As lead vocalist, Haneul shares vocal duties with main vocalist Belle, and she has been praised for her deep verses, clean high notes, and vocal stability — especially during dance-heavy live stages, where she is often singled out as the most consistent performer in the group.

Beyond the Stage

Away from music, Haneul is known for her guitar skills, her love of travel and driving, and her admiration for artists like Olivia Rodrigo. She’s a self-professed fan of Studio Ghibli films, especially Spirited Away, and carries the nicknames Neul, Bobsky, Boss Baby, and Foxsky among fans and members. Her representative color within KISS OF LIFE is blue, paired with the butterfly and cloud emoji.

Why Fans Love Haneul

Haneul balances a youthful, playful maknae energy with a surprisingly mature stage presence — a combination that has made her a standout among KISS OF LIFE’s fandom, KISSY. Whether she’s delivering powerful ad-libs on “Shhh,” featuring on GK’s “I Do Care,” or bonding with global fans through KISS OF LIFE’s world tours, Haneul continues to build her identity as one of the brightest young vocalists in the current wave of K-pop girl groups.