Baby DONT Cry’s Lee Hyun Unmasked on King of Mask Singer

On the November 30, 2025 broadcast of MBC’s ‘King of Mask Singer,’ the identity of the contestant ‘Singing Hambookie’ was revealed to be Lee Hyun, a member of the rookie K-pop girl group Baby DONT Cry. The talented rookie idol captivated the panel and audience before her surprising unmasking in the show’s 520th episode.

A Surprising Reveal on King of Mask Singer

The episode featured a series of intense duet competitions as challengers aimed to dethrone the reigning champion, “Crack Shot,” who was vying for a fourth consecutive victory. In a competitive first-round matchup, ‘Singing Hambookie’ faced off against ‘Hot Dog Who Can’t Sleep.’ Despite a compelling performance, ‘Singing Hambookie’ was unfortunately defeated, leading to the highly anticipated identity reveal.

Lee Hyun’s Performance as ‘Singing Hambookie’

Following the vote, the contestant known as ‘Singing Hambookie’ removed her mask, surprising everyone in the studio. The singer was none other than Lee Hyun, a promising vocalist from the K-pop girl group Baby DONT Cry. Her appearance on the popular singing competition highlighted her vocal talents, earning praise from the celebrity panel for her performance on the ‘King of Mask Singer’ stage.

The Origin of the Name ‘Baby DONT Cry’

After her reveal, Lee Hyun shared an interesting story about how her group got its unique name. While the group is produced by the renowned artist PSY, the overall production and the group’s name were handled by i-dle SoYeon. This revelation connected the rookie group to two of K-Pop’s most influential figures.

i-dle SoYeon’s Creative Naming Sense

Lee Hyun explained the meaning behind the name Baby DONT Cry, as conceived by Soyeon. “It means ‘we are cute and pure like babies, but we are not weak,'” she shared. Lee Hyun candidly admitted that she initially found the name strange but has since grown to love its powerful and unique message. Her story provided a charming glimpse into the creative process behind this rising K-pop girl group, which is gaining attention alongside other talented rookies. Her appearance on the show has undoubtedly boosted interest in both her and her group, Baby DONT Cry.

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