IU was selected as one of the 'Nation's Little Sister' stars.
The original nation's younger sister was introduced in 'My Hands Pick' of KBS2's 'Year-Round Plus', which aired on the 2nd.
IU was selected as one of the stars with the title of “nation’s little sister” in the 2000s. IU has captivated fans with her cute and friendly charm since her debut. She performed unique girlish music such as 'Nagging' and 'You and I', and especially 'Good Day' surprised everyone with her triple high notes.
It is said that IU's characteristic is that she is popular within the entertainment industry. Regarding this, IU said, “Many of my uncles and seniors are very kind to me.”
Park Geon-hyung revealed an anecdote about IU's uncle fan Cho Seung-woo on an entertainment show. Park Geon-hyung said, "Seung-woo came running from the end of the hallway shouting for IU. It was an IU signed CD. It was the first time I'd seen that kid so brightly happy."
In addition, actress Song Hye-kyo, BTS' Jungkook, and Twice's Nayeon are known to be IU's fans.
IU recently revealed that she is in a relationship with actor Lee Jong-seok. In an interview, IU said, "I'm just satisfied these days."
In the 2000s, IU, Park Bo-young, former Wonder Girls member Ahn So-hee, and Moon Geun-young were named among the four great 'nation's little sisters'.
Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr