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She's seriously the one top of the digital charts...

2. [+3,813, -162]
The ambush time to release a song with no promotion = 7:00.... but she hit #1 right away... the class of IU

3. [+2,348, -134]
She's seriously the best!!!

4. [+2,086, -129]
As expected from IU.. <3 Jieunie

5. [+1,789, -114]
IU!

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Seriously, she's unrivaled when it comes to digital charts;;

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Half of the song is unaccompanied... but her voice along is like an instrument ()...

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Her voice color is a wall...

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I like her song way better regardless of the charts ㅎ

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IU's voice color is that nice

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'Kakao' announced on July 20 that they have appointed IU as the new model for its 'Kakao Game.'

IU has been active as the main character for 'Kakao Game's splash video clip since early June, promoting as the brand's official model.

Now, IU will be modeling for 'Kakao's latest game called 'Come over to my home for Kakao,' which is set for release some time in August.

'Kakao' relayed, "Because the special youthful aura and happiness showcased by IU was a good match for the 'Kakao Game,' we have decided to have her be [our game's] spokesmodel."

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Singer-songwriter Jang Ki Ha was recently asked by the media whether the decision for his band to go with its first love-themed album release was influenced by his relationship with songstress IU.

Jang Ki Ha and his band, known as Kiha and the Faces, held their showcase on the 15th as they celebrated the release of their fourth studio album. As the frontman is also known to be currently in a relationship with female singer IU, he was asked whether their decision to release a love-themed album was due to her.

In response, Jang Ki Ha revealed that while some of the lyrics written were somewhat...
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Jang Ki Ha reveals what inspired him to write only love songs for his band’s new album.

On June 15, Kiha & the Faces held the showcase for their fourth studio album.

During the showcase, frontman Jang Ki Ha was asked if their decision to create a love-themed album was influenced by his relationship with IU.

He explained, “The lyrics are all fictional. Since all ten tracks [on the album] are about love, I would be lying if I said the lyrics are completely unrelated to my personal experiences. But instead of writing down my own feelings, I tried to capture the most basic and universal emotions...
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Jang Gi Ha revealed whether he ever wrote a song about his girlfriend IU.

On June 15, Jang Gi Ha and the Faces held the showcase for their 4th full-length album 'Where's Someone Who's Expert at My Love'. The band's vocalist Jang Gi Ha was asked whether he wrote anything for IU on the album, and he responded, "All the lyrics are fiction. All 10 songs are about love, so it'd be a lie if I said that none of them had to do with my personal life."

Jang Gi Ha continued, "However, rather than having my experience in it, I thought of writing the most average and universal kind of love." He also commented on why he attempted at writing love songs for the first time, saying, "I always thought love songs were cheesy, but I think we can write love songs in our own way now."

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Akdong Musician made an appearance on the latest Weekly Idol episode aired on June 1st where brother Chanhyuk shared a song gifted to miss A‘s Suzy and soloist IU.

During the profile segment, Chanhyuk revealed himself to be a big fan of Suzy before creating a short and impromptu song for her called “A Suzy Day.”

He additionally adds that IU, who appeared at the sibling’s solo concert in the past, was also gifted a song to which many fans will recognize as the track “Fried Egg.” Akdong Musician sang a short version of this song for the viewers and MCs with Suhyun taking over IU’s...
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After the success of her latest drama Producer, fans have been greatly anticipating IU‘s upcoming drama Scarlet Heart: Ryeo.

And although the SBS drama series isn’t set to begin its broadcast until late August, the LOEN Entertainment singer recently teased fan with a beautiful photo still from one of her scenes in the show. Although half of her face was covered by a mask, IU’s stunning beauty shone through to fans, causing more excitement and anticipation for the drama.

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Looks like we’ll be able to meet this all-star cast sooner than expected!

On May 5, SBS’s “Scarlet Heart: Goryeo” announced that they will begin airing on August 29, following the end of “Doctors.” This also means it will be SBS’s Monday-Tuesday drama.

Previously, they announced that the broadcast date was confirmed for sometime in September, which has evidently been revised since.

“Scarlet Heart: Goryeo” is a 100 percent pre-produced drama that is set in Korea’s Goryeo Dynasty, but with added modern and fantastical elements as well. It is based on a Chinese web novel and drama....
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IU has turned into a cute 'Isul Tok Tok' girl for 'Hite Jinro's new carbonated peach flavored alcohol drink!

Recently, Hite Jinro introduced their brand new beverage, ideal for light drinkers. The carbonated drink with a slightly fruity flavor is both perfectly sweet, yet alcoholic enough to enjoy. Who would be better off modeling this ideal drink than IU in a short bob and a a pink dress?

Check out IU's adorable 'Isul Tok Tok' CF above!

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Solo singer IU and former f(x) member Sulli have proven time and time again that the two are very close friends.

In fact, the SM Entertainment artist recently updated her followers on their close relationship by showing a cute photo of a home cooked meal that IU had prepared for the two of them. And while many fans praised the girls for their cute friendship despite their busy schedules, many anti-fans resorted to criticizing the quality of IU’s cooking.

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These days, a coffee cart is basically the equivalent of everlasting love.

Therefore, IU's fans are full of nothing but everlasting love for their idol! On March 29, fans sent a loaded coffee cart to cheer on the staff and crew of IU's new drama, 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo'!

IU took to her Instagram to personally thank her fans, with, "I'll eat well! I can go all night with energy from these! I didn't get to take very many pictures because I was busy eating... #PrettyMenGallery #BongGallery #ThankYou"

No official premiere date has been set for 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo' yet, but keep on the lookout for more info!

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Netizens claim that IU is definitely copying the way Sulli smiles with photo evidence.

There are many allegations and speculations of idols copying the ways of others such as fashion, singing style and even the way someone acts. But did netizens prove another allegation of a female idol copying the way Sulli smiles?

Originally posted on Pann, netizens claim that IU is copying the way Sulli smiles backed up by photo evidence.

Titled “Irrefutable Evidence of IU Copying Sulli,” here is the direct translation of the post and comments below.

“All of the IU fans are claiming that she had the...
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The highly anticipated historical fantasy drama “Scarlet Heart” has confirmed its broadcast date! The drama is an adaptation of the Chinese web novel and drama of the same name and the Korean production will be broadcast in both China and Korea simultaneously.

The drama completed casting in November and features an all-star cast including Lee Joon Gi, IU, Hong Jong Hyun, EXO’s Baekhyun, Kim San Ho, Yoo Sun Woo, Nam Joo Hyuk, Ji Soo, Kang Ha Neul, Kang Han Na, and Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun among many, many more.

“Scarlet Heart,” formerly called “Moon Lovers,” will be broadcast...
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Big Bang, J.Y. Park, and IU were voted as artists of the year by netizens!

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According to the 'Korean Music Awards', voting results for 2015 showed that Big Bang, J.Y. Park, and IU won 'Artist of the Year chosen by Netizens' award.

For the voting, a total of 70 candidates were separated into categories. The division showed that there were a total of 22 male artists, 10 female artists, and 38 group artists.

The voting started at noon on February 15 and ended at midnight on February 22. There were a total of 26,542 voters. Big Bang received a total of 5,321 votes in the group category, J.Y Park received 1,425 votes in the male artist category, and IU received 3,654 in the female artist category.

Congrats to Big Bang, J.Y. Park, and IU!

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SBS‘s upcoming fantasy-romance drama has been renamed from “Moon Lovers” to “Scarlet Heart: Ryeo.” Lee Joon Gi and IU have previously confirmed to star in the drama, and now SBS has released the first still photos from the set. The stills revealed that the filming is taking place over the snow-covered fields of the Gangwon province.

Within the drama, Lee Joon Gi plays Prince Wang So, who is the fourth son of Taejo Wang Geon of the Goryeo Dynasty. In the stills, he can be seen with long hair and wearing a toned-down gray garment that radiates a rough masculine beauty. Lee Joon Gi is...
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Trainee Park So Yeon of LOEN Entertainment has gained the attention of viewers and judges following her performance on the recent episode of Producer 101.

Aired on January 29th via Mnet, the second episode of Producer 101 featured a test stage given to trainees to determine their current level.

Choosing to perform IU’s “Leon,” Park So Yeon was able to show off not only her vocal and dance abilities but her rapping skills as well. As a result, she received a placement grade of A.

Park So Yeon is also a former contestant of SBS K-pop Star, participating when she was 14 years old and making...
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It has just been confirmed that IU will be starring opposite actor Lee Joonki in a new drama.

Entitled "Scarlet Heart", the new drama is the Korean version of a famous Chinese television series, which in turn was based on a book of the same title.

The drama is a romantic fantasy in which a 21st century woman is sent back to a historical time period and is forced to adjust to a comparatively primative lifestyle.

The Chinese version of the drama was immensely popular all over Asia, resulting in high anticipation for the Korean version.

According to the Korean media, the new drama starring IU and Lee Joonki is roughly scheduled to air in the second half of 2016, so stay tuned to moonROK for more details on the singer's new drama.

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It has been reported that IU has received a love call to take the leading role in the upcoming Korean remake of a popular Chinese historical drama.

Despite the heated controversy surrounding her latest album Chat-Shire, fans are still hoping to see the soloist continue her acting career, especially after her role as Cindy in Producer alongside Kim Soo Hyun.

The story revolves around a girl from the modern age who has been whisked back to the dynastical era during a period of power wars and transition. A love story blooms among her and the various princes she encounters at the palace.

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The December 16 airing of SBS' 'One Night of TV Entertainment' was definitely entertaining, but also quite controversial. Netizens are furious over a specific segment that the show aired.

The segment in question is 'One Night's Strange Stories' which featured photos of female celebrities, mostly idols, where their bodies were shown to be strangely proportioned.

The first few photos look to be edited photos. These include Wonder Girls' Sohee's legs being separate from the rest of her body, actress Han Ga In with three arms, and Girls' Generation's Hyoyeon with an extremely long arm.

But what netizens...
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Besides its survey of determining the best K-Pop rookie groups of 2015, Star News conducted yet another survey to select '2015's Hottest Issue In Music.' The survey was based on the opinions of the same 28 experts of who had selected the best rookie groups.

There were innumerable controversies and issues which had bubbled in K-Pop this year, but many experts agreed that the most hotly debated issue was IU's 'Zeze' controversy, which had earned a total of ten votes.

The experts said, "IU's 'Zeze' didn't only became an issue in music but also in the pop culture sphere overall, creating a societal...
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