ArtistWAKEONE Entertainment
Kim Da-yeon
Kim Da-yeon (김다연) is a South Korean main dancer and rapper in Kep1er (케플러), born November 7, 2001 in Seoul. She trained at Jellyfish Entertainment and graduated from Seoul Performing Arts High School (SOPA) before competing on Mnet's Girls Planet 999 in 2021, where she ranked fourth in the finale.
Dayeon is the group's most celebrated performer -- defined by precise isolations, sharp timing, and high-energy execution that anchors Kep1er's choreography-heavy concepts. She also holds rap duties across the discography. Her MBTI is ESTP; fans know her for a distinctive dimple and natural leadership within the group.
Over four years she appeared on every Kep1er release from First Impact (2022) through Bubble Gum (August 2025), continuing as the group entered a six-member era following Seo Young-eun's March 2026 departure. Her personal Instagram is @ddayyeonii.
2 articles8 creditsDebut: January 3, 2022South Korean
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Who is Kim Da-yeon in Kep1er?
Kim Da-yeon (김다연) is a South Korean main dancer and rapper in Kep1er, born November 7, 2001 in Seoul. She ranked fourth in the Girls Planet 999 finale and debuted with Kep1er in January 2022 under WAKEONE Entertainment.
What is Kim Da-yeon's position in Kep1er?
Dayeon holds the positions of main dancer and main rapper in Kep1er. She is known for precise, athletic choreography and has been a key part of the group's performance identity since debut.
What is Kim Da-yeon's Instagram?
Kim Da-yeon's personal Instagram is @ddayyeonii, opened in 2024. She also posts through Kep1er's official group accounts.
Where did Kim Da-yeon train before Kep1er?
Before Girls Planet 999, Dayeon trained at Jellyfish Entertainment and previously at Cube Entertainment. She graduated from Seoul Performing Arts High School (SOPA).
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