Rora from BABYMONSTER: Profile, Age, Height, and Interesting Facts (Updated)

Rora’s Inspiring Journey

Rora, a pivotal member of the emergent girl group BABYMONSTER, has built a remarkable foundation as a child artist and trainee. Her ascent to the stage under YG Entertainment underscores her extraordinary talent and relentless determination.

Profile Overview

Full Name	Lee Dain (Lee Daein)
Date of Birth	August 14, 2008 (age 16)
Birthplace	Dateok-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
Nationality	South Korean
Clan	Jeonju Lee Clan
Blood Type	A
Family	Parents, younger brother (Lee Kang-in, born 2013)
Education	Namsan Elementary School (graduated); Hupyeong Middle School (graduated); presently enrolled in Seoul Performing Arts High School (Music Department)
Position in Group	Vocalist
Religion	Protestant
Agency	YG Entertainment
Group Affiliation	BABY MONSTER
Debut Date	November 27, 2023
MBTI Personality Type	INTP

The Early Years

Rora made her debut on February 17, 2017, performing under the stage name Yoo Ha as part of the K-pop group U.SSO Girl, managed by Kids Planet. Among her peers was Hyein, who went on to join NewJeans. During her tenure with U.SSO Girl, Rora honed her singing and dancing abilities, laying a strong precedent for her future career in K-pop.

Venturing into modeling and acting in 2018, Rora showcased her range by appearing in notable dramas like A Korean Odyssey and Secret Mother. This diversification displayed her multifaceted talent and contributed to her growing fame in the industry.

This same year, Rora’s life took a pivotal turn when YG Entertainment reached out to her parents via a direct message. At the age of 11, she successfully auditioned and became a trainee at YG, immersing herself in rigorous training for six years to refine her skills.

In 2023, Rora took part in BABYMONSTER’s Last Evaluation, initially ranking 6th and missing out on the final lineup. Nonetheless, fan passion and support prompted Yang Hyun-suk, the founder of YG Entertainment, to reconsider, ultimately granting Rora her much-deserved spot in the group.

Making Waves with BABYMONSTER

On February 16, 2023, YG Entertainment unveiled a video titled “BABYMONSTER – Introducing RORA” on their official YouTube channel, marking Rora’s transition into the spotlight as an official member of BABYMONSTER.

Rora has been aptly described as an “all-rounder,” originally coming to YG while part of a children’s girl group. Reflecting on her early evaluations, Rora expressed her regrets, but was met with enthusiasm from Yang Hyun-suk, who noted, “I see strong potential in you. If we develop your vocals, you’ll shine.”

During the September 2020 evaluation, Yang Hyun-suk commended Rora’s vocal abilities, declaring that her talent deserved top marks. “Given your age, your vocal expression is exceptional,” he stated.

Her vocal trainer echoed these sentiments, stating, “Rora possesses a mature voice that resonates beautifully. She may be young, but her emotional expression stands out.”

Rora combines hard work with undeniable talent, as dance trainer Lee Jung highlighted her impressive growth during training. “Rora has experienced the most significant improvement in the two years I have trained her,” he noted.

Yang Hyun-suk further emphasized Rora’s unique charm, describing her as an innocent and beautiful member who nevertheless exudes a strong hip-hop vibe. “It’s remarkable that she embodies such depth at her age,” he remarked.

Rora conveyed her artistic vision, stating, “I want my music to bring joy to listeners. My aim is not to be a ‘mini’ version of someone else but to shine authentically as RORA on stage.”

Filmography Highlights

Date	Channel	Show	Character	Notes
2018
February 18	tvN	A Korean Odyssey	Child
March 7-8	KBS 2 TV	Queen of Mystery Season 2	Elementary Student
March 31 – April 7	MBC	My Husband is Ojakdu	Girl Playing Gayageum
May 12	SBS	Secret Mother	Child
May 28	SBS	I’m a Mom Too	Kim Seon-jeong	Child Actor

Fun Facts About Rora

She was officially introduced as the fifth member of BABYMONSTER on January 30, 2023.
Rora debuted with U.SSO GIRL, which included Hyein from NEWJEANS, under the stage name U.ha.
She appeared in a music video broadcasted on Weibo, reaching audiences in China.
In addition to music, she showcased her academic talent by participating in an international science and piano competition, as well as the 12th Yulgok Student Music Festival.
Rora and Hyein share a friendship, nurtured through their shared industry experiences.
Multilingual, Rora speaks Korean, English, and basic Chinese.
She has modeled for the children’s fashion brand ‘Taranco.’
Rora has made guest appearances on the variety show Man vs Child Korea and acted in the MBC drama My Contracted Husband, Mr. Oh.