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Singer IU addressed rumors that she had been attacked by a fan.

 According to a report, IU experienced an assault by an overzealous fan at actor Seo Ji Suk's wedding, where she was invited to sing. A young male fan who looks to be in his early 20s grabbed the mic after IU’s performance and asker her if she would like to marry him.

 However, an official from IU’s management agency cleared that the “assault” was a bit exaggerated. IU explained through the agency, “That rumor is completely false. There was a fan at the event, but he did not attack me. It was not a serious issue.”

On May 18th, IU attended wedding ceremony of actor Seo Ji Seok that was held at Patio9 located in Gangnam district, Seoul. After IU performed the wedding song, a male fan yelled, “Please marry me,” and a bit of noise was made.

IU explains the fan’s assault rumor


Singer IU addressed rumors that she had been attacked by a fan.

 According to a report, IU experienced an assault by an overzealous fan at actor Seo Ji Suk's wedding, where she was invited to sing. A young male fan who looks to be in his early 20s grabbed the mic after IU’s performance and asker her if she would like to marry him.

 However, an official from IU’s management agency cleared that the “assault” was a bit exaggerated. IU explained through the agency, “That rumor is completely false. There was a fan at the event, but he did not attack me. It was not a serious issue.”

On May 18th, IU attended wedding ceremony of actor Seo Ji Seok that was held at Patio9 located in Gangnam district, Seoul. After IU performed the wedding song, a male fan yelled, “Please marry me,” and a bit of noise was made.

jhezwafu   Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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Birth Name: Lee Ji Eun
Stage name: IU
Birthday: May 16, 1993
Height: 162 cm
Weight:  47 kg
Blood Type: A
Label: LOEN Ent.
Debut: September 24, 2008

Happy Birthday to IU #2013HappyIUday #지은야생일축하해




Birth Name: Lee Ji Eun
Stage name: IU
Birthday: May 16, 1993
Height: 162 cm
Weight:  47 kg
Blood Type: A
Label: LOEN Ent.
Debut: September 24, 2008

DKPOPNEWS Official   Thursday, May 16, 2013
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Recently, lipstick brand, "the SAEM" has released new promotion photo with IU as the executive model.

In the photo, IU takes off her usual fresh and innocent look to become a sexy and mature girl with hot red lipstick color. Her slight curly hair, black sunglasses and her stare make the photo even more attractive and obsessive.

IU's hot red lipstick color is also becoming a new trend. She showed that only with lips make-up, your look may change a lot.

Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS

IU looks mature for The Saem


Recently, lipstick brand, "the SAEM" has released new promotion photo with IU as the executive model.

In the photo, IU takes off her usual fresh and innocent look to become a sexy and mature girl with hot red lipstick color. Her slight curly hair, black sunglasses and her stare make the photo even more attractive and obsessive.

IU's hot red lipstick color is also becoming a new trend. She showed that only with lips make-up, your look may change a lot.

Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS

DKPOPNEWS Official   Friday, May 03, 2013
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On April 15th, Bae Green’s management agency revealed photos of her with IU, which were taken from the shooting for KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’.

In the most recent episode of the drama, which was aired on the 14th, Bae Green (casting as Shin Yi Jung) and IU (casting as Lee Soon Shin) had a severe fight. However, it is said that the two are best friends in real life, and always maintain bright atmosphere at the set.

Bae Green said, “I’m giving a hard time to IU in the drama, but we are the best friends ever. We are just acting! Don’t hate me, please.”

IU and Bae Green snap friendly photo at the set of ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’


On April 15th, Bae Green’s management agency revealed photos of her with IU, which were taken from the shooting for KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’.

In the most recent episode of the drama, which was aired on the 14th, Bae Green (casting as Shin Yi Jung) and IU (casting as Lee Soon Shin) had a severe fight. However, it is said that the two are best friends in real life, and always maintain bright atmosphere at the set.

Bae Green said, “I’m giving a hard time to IU in the drama, but we are the best friends ever. We are just acting! Don’t hate me, please.”

jhezwafu   Monday, April 15, 2013
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Photo of two members from HISTORY

Seems like IU has been in-charge of introducing LOEN's first ever boy group 'HISTORY' which members are set to be revealed one by one starting on April 15.

Ahead of that, a mysterious clip showing IU asking questions like, "Do you know us?", “Do you know me?“, hasbeen revealed. There is also a mysterious male voice asking "Do you know me?" from the background whom netizens assumed to be one of the members.

Watch the video below:



Source: LOENENT@YT
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net

IU teases fans with Loen's first boy group


Photo of two members from HISTORY

Seems like IU has been in-charge of introducing LOEN's first ever boy group 'HISTORY' which members are set to be revealed one by one starting on April 15.

Ahead of that, a mysterious clip showing IU asking questions like, "Do you know us?", “Do you know me?“, hasbeen revealed. There is also a mysterious male voice asking "Do you know me?" from the background whom netizens assumed to be one of the members.

Watch the video below:



Source: LOENENT@YT
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net

KYUriShana   Sunday, April 14, 2013
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Singer IU has revealed that she is halfway done with her much-awaited comeback album.

Currently busy with her KBS’s drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’, IU is also preparing her new comeback album that will be released later this year. A representative stated on April 10, “She’s about half done with the album. We don’t know exactly what the final work will look like, but we can confirm that there will be many changes compared to her previous works.”

IU also recently received a lot of attention when she announced that she will be working with legendary singer Choi Baek Ho and guitarist Park Joo Won for comeback.

IU halfway through new album


Singer IU has revealed that she is halfway done with her much-awaited comeback album.

Currently busy with her KBS’s drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’, IU is also preparing her new comeback album that will be released later this year. A representative stated on April 10, “She’s about half done with the album. We don’t know exactly what the final work will look like, but we can confirm that there will be many changes compared to her previous works.”

IU also recently received a lot of attention when she announced that she will be working with legendary singer Choi Baek Ho and guitarist Park Joo Won for comeback.

jhezwafu   Thursday, April 11, 2013
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It has been revealed that IU will be working with legendary singer Choi Baek Ho for her upcoming comeback.

IU previously hinted at her local comeback amidst busy schedule on Japanese promotions and KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’. She will be working with well-respected singer Choi Baek Ho as he features in one of her songs. This song was written by guitarist Park Joo Won and will reveal a different side to IU.

A representative of IU revealed, “Since we are still in the preparation stages of the album, it hasn’t been decided how this song will be used in the album. More details will be revealed soon but we sure that the song will be included.”

IU to work with legendary singer Choi Baek Ho for comeback


It has been revealed that IU will be working with legendary singer Choi Baek Ho for her upcoming comeback.

IU previously hinted at her local comeback amidst busy schedule on Japanese promotions and KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’. She will be working with well-respected singer Choi Baek Ho as he features in one of her songs. This song was written by guitarist Park Joo Won and will reveal a different side to IU.

A representative of IU revealed, “Since we are still in the preparation stages of the album, it hasn’t been decided how this song will be used in the album. More details will be revealed soon but we sure that the song will be included.”

jhezwafu   Monday, April 08, 2013
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IU's pre-debut photos were revealed and have attracted much attention.

In an online community, they uploaded a few pre-debut photos of IU. IU's seen having a short hair in those photos, she's pretty without makeup and her milky white skin and her big round eyes boast her innocent charm.

Netizens commented,"IU's so cute","She looks like a comic character","IU please comeback soon"

Meanwhile, IU's currently filming for KBS2TV's weekend drama "The Best Lee Soon Shin"

 Written by Clover @ DKPOPNEWS.NET

IU looks innocent in pre-debut photos

IU's pre-debut photos were revealed and have attracted much attention.

In an online community, they uploaded a few pre-debut photos of IU. IU's seen having a short hair in those photos, she's pretty without makeup and her milky white skin and her big round eyes boast her innocent charm.

Netizens commented,"IU's so cute","She looks like a comic character","IU please comeback soon"

Meanwhile, IU's currently filming for KBS2TV's weekend drama "The Best Lee Soon Shin"

 Written by Clover @ DKPOPNEWS.NET

DKPOPNEWS Official   Thursday, April 04, 2013
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IU, who is known for her unique and adorable charisma, is providing a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to the set of her KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’.

On April 3, several still cuts of IU taken during the shooting of her drama were revealed online. The photos show the singer-turned-actress, who is going through a lot of troubles in the series, bursting into laughter on the set as she acts out her scenes with actor Jo Jung Suk.

IU said, “The atmosphere is always the best. I enjoy heading to shooting every day. I’m learning a lot, and I’m having a lot of fun, so please wait to see how mature Soon Shin gets.”

An official from the production agency also commented, “We think the fans were not able to see enough of IU’s laughter in the drama. As the story officially develops, IU will start showing more and more smiles.”

IU brings laughter to the set of ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’


IU, who is known for her unique and adorable charisma, is providing a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to the set of her KBS 2TV drama, ‘You’re the Best Lee Soon Shin’.

On April 3, several still cuts of IU taken during the shooting of her drama were revealed online. The photos show the singer-turned-actress, who is going through a lot of troubles in the series, bursting into laughter on the set as she acts out her scenes with actor Jo Jung Suk.

IU said, “The atmosphere is always the best. I enjoy heading to shooting every day. I’m learning a lot, and I’m having a lot of fun, so please wait to see how mature Soon Shin gets.”

An official from the production agency also commented, “We think the fans were not able to see enough of IU’s laughter in the drama. As the story officially develops, IU will start showing more and more smiles.”

jhezwafu   Wednesday, April 03, 2013
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Singer IU, who is currently starring in KBS weekend drama ‘You’re The Best Lee Soon Shin’, recently received some heartwarming cheers from her fellow actor Lee Ji Hoon.

On April 1st, Lee Ji Hoon wrote on his me2day, “It’s not like I paid to transform her, but I worked hard for Lee Soon Shin.” He added, “I’m sure you are going through busy schedules. Cheer up!”

Attached the post were photos of the actor on the drama set posing with IU. While IU is showing different adorable poses in a purple dress, Lee Ji Hoon looks quite nervous as he gives a shy smile.

Netizens commented, “Even Lee Ji Hoon ended up falling in love with her”, “Lee Ji Hoon looks so shy” and “They look great together.”

Lee Ji Hoon cheers on co-star IU


Singer IU, who is currently starring in KBS weekend drama ‘You’re The Best Lee Soon Shin’, recently received some heartwarming cheers from her fellow actor Lee Ji Hoon.

On April 1st, Lee Ji Hoon wrote on his me2day, “It’s not like I paid to transform her, but I worked hard for Lee Soon Shin.” He added, “I’m sure you are going through busy schedules. Cheer up!”

Attached the post were photos of the actor on the drama set posing with IU. While IU is showing different adorable poses in a purple dress, Lee Ji Hoon looks quite nervous as he gives a shy smile.

Netizens commented, “Even Lee Ji Hoon ended up falling in love with her”, “Lee Ji Hoon looks so shy” and “They look great together.”

jhezwafu   Tuesday, April 02, 2013
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On March 29, KBS released new still cuts of IU in drama, "You're the best Lee Soon Shin".

Opposed to IU's casual style since the beginning of the drama, this time, her character started to transform into a new image, drawing viewer's attention.

It has been revealed that in the next episode, IU's character, Lee Soon Shin will take part in a party and she seemed awkward and shy at first. Then, she also met Shin Jun Ho (Jo Jung Suk) unexpectedly there.

The 7th episode of KBS's 'You're the best Lee Soon Shin' will be aired on March 30.
 
Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS

IU turns into a lovely doll


On March 29, KBS released new still cuts of IU in drama, "You're the best Lee Soon Shin".

Opposed to IU's casual style since the beginning of the drama, this time, her character started to transform into a new image, drawing viewer's attention.

It has been revealed that in the next episode, IU's character, Lee Soon Shin will take part in a party and she seemed awkward and shy at first. Then, she also met Shin Jun Ho (Jo Jung Suk) unexpectedly there.

The 7th episode of KBS's 'You're the best Lee Soon Shin' will be aired on March 30.
 
Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS

DKPOPNEWS Official   Saturday, March 30, 2013
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BIG BANG's G-Dragon for BSX photos have been revealed.

G-Dragon endorses BSX, a casual wear brand targetting young people. His promotional photos for the said clothing brand have been revealed to the public. His cute poses, charming smile and he, himself attract people as he shows a different image compared to his past photos which had mysterious and fierce image.

Check out some of the photos below.














Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net

BIG BANG's G-Dragon for BSX Photos!


BIG BANG's G-Dragon for BSX photos have been revealed.

G-Dragon endorses BSX, a casual wear brand targetting young people. His promotional photos for the said clothing brand have been revealed to the public. His cute poses, charming smile and he, himself attract people as he shows a different image compared to his past photos which had mysterious and fierce image.

Check out some of the photos below.














Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net

angelclowie18   Thursday, March 28, 2013
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IU shows off her cute look in wedding dress.

Online shop 11st revealed some new posters featuring IU on the 26th of March.

IU is seen posing in white mini wedding dress in the latest set of photos. 11st stated,"March and April are wedding season, we reveal the posters to promote our products".

Meanwhile,"IU is currently receiving compliment with KBS2 TV weekend drama "The Best Lee Soon Shin".


IU poses in wedding dress


IU shows off her cute look in wedding dress.

Online shop 11st revealed some new posters featuring IU on the 26th of March.

IU is seen posing in white mini wedding dress in the latest set of photos. 11st stated,"March and April are wedding season, we reveal the posters to promote our products".

Meanwhile,"IU is currently receiving compliment with KBS2 TV weekend drama "The Best Lee Soon Shin".


DKPOPNEWS Official   Tuesday, March 26, 2013
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K-pop big names including Girls’ Generation (SNSD), Big Bang, CNBLUE, T-ara and IU have reigned supreme on the Japan’s Oricon Charts.

T-ara sat at the #2 spot of the Oricon daily single chart with their new single, “Bunny Style” after selling 40,705 copies since its release on March 20. The group also left for Japan to officially begin their Japan activities.

Girls’ Generation’s remix album ‘Best Selection Non Stop Mix’ album ranked #4 Oricon’s daily album chart, while IU‘s mini-album ‘Can You Hear Me?’ reached #9 on the same chart.

Big Bang sat atop the Oricon’s daily DVD Chart with the DVD recording their ‘BIGBANG ALIVE TOUR 2012 IN JAPAN SPECIAL FINAL IN DOME.’ CNBLUE also nabbed the #2 position of the same chart with their ‘Arena Tour 2012 ~COME ON!!!~’ DVD.

SNSD, Big Bang, CNBLUE, T-ara and IU dominate Oricon Charts


K-pop big names including Girls’ Generation (SNSD), Big Bang, CNBLUE, T-ara and IU have reigned supreme on the Japan’s Oricon Charts.

T-ara sat at the #2 spot of the Oricon daily single chart with their new single, “Bunny Style” after selling 40,705 copies since its release on March 20. The group also left for Japan to officially begin their Japan activities.

Girls’ Generation’s remix album ‘Best Selection Non Stop Mix’ album ranked #4 Oricon’s daily album chart, while IU‘s mini-album ‘Can You Hear Me?’ reached #9 on the same chart.

Big Bang sat atop the Oricon’s daily DVD Chart with the DVD recording their ‘BIGBANG ALIVE TOUR 2012 IN JAPAN SPECIAL FINAL IN DOME.’ CNBLUE also nabbed the #2 position of the same chart with their ‘Arena Tour 2012 ~COME ON!!!~’ DVD.

jhezwafu   Thursday, March 21, 2013
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After a youth group condemned IU’s drama for defaming the great General Lee Soon Shin, KBS has released an updated version of main poster for ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’.

On March 18, a representative of the production team behind the drama stated that they edited the main poster. While the original poster shows the casts stand on a pile of 100 won coins that have an image of General Lee Soon Shin, the new poster has the coins changed to a plain gold platform.

The action was in response to criticism of the show. A youth group stated that the drama is defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

Although the drama’s production team is said to have no plans to change the name, it decided take out some of the elements that could hurt the respected image of the general.

IU’s ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ alters poster due to controversy


After a youth group condemned IU’s drama for defaming the great General Lee Soon Shin, KBS has released an updated version of main poster for ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’.

On March 18, a representative of the production team behind the drama stated that they edited the main poster. While the original poster shows the casts stand on a pile of 100 won coins that have an image of General Lee Soon Shin, the new poster has the coins changed to a plain gold platform.

The action was in response to criticism of the show. A youth group stated that the drama is defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

Although the drama’s production team is said to have no plans to change the name, it decided take out some of the elements that could hurt the respected image of the general.

jhezwafu   Tuesday, March 19, 2013
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Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, an American R&B and pop-music songwriting and record production team, who have worked with the likes of Janet Jackson and Boyz II Men, have sent a special message to IU.

IU will be releasing her much anticipated Japanese mini-album ‘Can You Hear Me?’ on March 20. As previously mentioned, the popular producing team collaborated with IU for this new album. To show their support, they sent the young singer a special video message.

Check out the message below:

Janet Jackson’s producing team sends a special message to IU


Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, an American R&B and pop-music songwriting and record production team, who have worked with the likes of Janet Jackson and Boyz II Men, have sent a special message to IU.

IU will be releasing her much anticipated Japanese mini-album ‘Can You Hear Me?’ on March 20. As previously mentioned, the popular producing team collaborated with IU for this new album. To show their support, they sent the young singer a special video message.

Check out the message below:

jhezwafu   Monday, March 18, 2013
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After being slammed with a ban request, IU’s KBS drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ continues to dominate with high ratings.

According to Nielson Korea, ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ recorded a 25.2% ratings on its fourth episode. It increased 4% since the last episode and set way past the record made on the second episode, proving that it’s following up the success of ‘My Daughter Seo Young’.

In addition, this is a great relief as the drama went through a lot of criticisms about its title. A group of youth recently requested the banning the drama for defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

IU’s ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ makes record in four episodes


After being slammed with a ban request, IU’s KBS drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ continues to dominate with high ratings.

According to Nielson Korea, ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ recorded a 25.2% ratings on its fourth episode. It increased 4% since the last episode and set way past the record made on the second episode, proving that it’s following up the success of ‘My Daughter Seo Young’.

In addition, this is a great relief as the drama went through a lot of criticisms about its title. A group of youth recently requested the banning the drama for defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

jhezwafu   Monday, March 18, 2013
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In light of White Day celebration in Korea, IU has been voted as the #1 female celebrity who people want to give candy to on this romantic day.

KBS’s ‘Live Info Show’ conducted a survey among the public asking, “Which female star would you want to give candy to on White Day?”. The female stars on the list included Kim Ji Min, Park Mi Sun, Shin Bora, Lee Young Ja, IU, UEE, Lee Da Hae, Han Chae Young, Jun Mi Sun, and Choi Jung Yoon.

And out of all the female celebrities, people apparently want to give candy the most to IU after topping the poll due to her cute and lovely charms.

IU voted #1 female celebrity people want to give candy to on White Day


In light of White Day celebration in Korea, IU has been voted as the #1 female celebrity who people want to give candy to on this romantic day.

KBS’s ‘Live Info Show’ conducted a survey among the public asking, “Which female star would you want to give candy to on White Day?”. The female stars on the list included Kim Ji Min, Park Mi Sun, Shin Bora, Lee Young Ja, IU, UEE, Lee Da Hae, Han Chae Young, Jun Mi Sun, and Choi Jung Yoon.

And out of all the female celebrities, people apparently want to give candy the most to IU after topping the poll due to her cute and lovely charms.

jhezwafu   Friday, March 15, 2013
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Despite the high percentage of viewership ratings, KBS drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ has been slammed with a ban request for critical comments about the great General Lee Soon Shin.

Recently, a group of youth submitted an application form requesting the banning of ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’. This youth group stated that the drama is defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

Lines that criticized the great General could be heard on the weekend drama. In one particular scene where Lee Soon Shin (IU) had an interview, there was a line saying, “Is Lee Soon Shin really your name? How about signing up for ocean patrol and protecting Dokdo?” Sin Joon Ho (Jo Jung Suk) even called her ‘100 won’ since General Lee Soon Shin was on the 100 won coin.

Netizens portray their anger on the bulletin after the drama and claimed, “Change her name to something more appropriate” and “This is ridiculous, playing around with the name of one of our greatest people.”


Netizens request to ban IU’s ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’


Despite the high percentage of viewership ratings, KBS drama ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’ has been slammed with a ban request for critical comments about the great General Lee Soon Shin.

Recently, a group of youth submitted an application form requesting the banning of ‘The Best Lee Soon Shin’. This youth group stated that the drama is defaming one of the greatest heroes in Korean history, General Lee Soon Shin, which coincides with the name of the character IU plays.

Lines that criticized the great General could be heard on the weekend drama. In one particular scene where Lee Soon Shin (IU) had an interview, there was a line saying, “Is Lee Soon Shin really your name? How about signing up for ocean patrol and protecting Dokdo?” Sin Joon Ho (Jo Jung Suk) even called her ‘100 won’ since General Lee Soon Shin was on the 100 won coin.

Netizens portray their anger on the bulletin after the drama and claimed, “Change her name to something more appropriate” and “This is ridiculous, playing around with the name of one of our greatest people.”


jhezwafu   Monday, March 11, 2013
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Singer IU showed off her adorable charm.

Recently, a number of photos titled “IU heading back home after a press conference” were uploaded on an online community board. The photos were taken on March 4 at the press conference of IU’s latest KBS drama, ‘Lee Soon Shin is the Best’.

With a particularly cold weather, IU is seen wearing a padded winter jacket. She is making bright smiles at the fans, drawing the attention for her sweet and charismatic gestures.

Netizens commented, “She’s so pretty”, “She loves her fans very much” and “She’s lovely.”

IU gives aegyo-ful fan service after press conference


Singer IU showed off her adorable charm.

Recently, a number of photos titled “IU heading back home after a press conference” were uploaded on an online community board. The photos were taken on March 4 at the press conference of IU’s latest KBS drama, ‘Lee Soon Shin is the Best’.

With a particularly cold weather, IU is seen wearing a padded winter jacket. She is making bright smiles at the fans, drawing the attention for her sweet and charismatic gestures.

Netizens commented, “She’s so pretty”, “She loves her fans very much” and “She’s lovely.”

jhezwafu   Thursday, March 07, 2013
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