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TUIDE YI HANI Profile: The Distinctive-Voiced Maknae (and How to Tell Her Apart from Actress Lee Ha-nee)
YI HANI is the youngest member (maknae) of TUIDE. Born in January 2011, she is the youngest in the group alongside Seah, and brings a multicultural background bridging South Korea and the United Kingdom. At her debut showcase, she named her "distinctive vocal tone" as her greatest personal strength.
YI HANI at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | YI HANI (이하늬) |
| Date of Birth | January 7, 2011 (per fan profiles) |
| Nationality / Background | South Korea · United Kingdom |
| Agency | ABD (HYBE MUSIC GROUP) |
| Debut | August 24, 2026, 1st Mini Album TUNE & PLAY |
| Role in Group | Maknae (Youngest) |
| Self-Proclaimed Strength | Distinctive vocal tone |
Her specific date of birth is based on fan profiles; debut press releases have officially confirmed up to her birth year of 2011. Among the members of TUIDE, YI HANI is the only one who includes her family name in her stage name.
Bringing Joy to Fans
At the debut showcase, YI HANI shared a brief resolution: "My strength is my distinctive vocal tone. I want to become an artist who brings a small spark of joy to fans' everyday lives."
In her Elle September cover interview, she spoke about what she hopes to hold onto for the long run: "A love for music, and treating music with true sincerity—that is something I never want to lose in my entire life." In the same interview, Elena echoed similar sentiments, saying, "I never want to lose my love for music," highlighting their shared passion side by side.
Avoiding Confusion with Actress Lee Ha-nee
She shares her Korean name with veteran actress Lee Ha-nee (Honey Lee). Consequently, searching only for her Korean name will primarily return news about the actress. When looking up the TUIDE member, search for "TUIDE 이하늬" or use her official English stage name, "YI HANI." Some international articles may also romanize her name as "Lee Ha-nui."
Age Dynamics of the Maknae Line
Both YI HANI and Seah were born in January 2011. There is roughly a four-year age gap between them and the oldest member, Seohee (born October 2006). At the time of debut, YI HANI was 15 years old.
| Category | Members |
|---|---|
| Oldest | Seohee (born 2006) |
| 2008 Line | Seoyeon · Elena · Jia |
| Maknae Line | Saki (born 2010) · Seah · YI HANI (born 2011) |
Tracks to Check Out
Among the five tracks on their debut album, "GRLS" was performed alongside the title track during their showcase and rose to No. 18 on the Melon Hot 100 chart. From October 8 to 11, the group will take to music broadcast stages with their B-side track "Echo."
Frequently Asked Questions
Is YI HANI the same person as actress Lee Ha-nee?
No. They simply share the same name. TUIDE's YI HANI is a K-pop idol born in 2011.
What year was YI HANI born?
She was born in January 2011 and is the maknae of TUIDE.
What is YI HANI's official English name?
Her official stage name in English is stylized as YI HANI.
Where is YI HANI from?
She has a multicultural background connected to both South Korea and the United Kingdom.