IU releasing new music? Fans speculate as new photos of the singer and actress circulate online
Recently the idol and actress took to her social media platforms to share photographs that led fans to speculate that new music from the popular idol may be on the way already.
IU shares 17 photos on social media accounts
IU
recently took to her online social media account, where she posted around 17 photographs with the cryptic caption 'May is coming.'
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The photos in the post seemed to be of the idol from different photoshoots as well as random selfies as well.
The photos sparked online rumours about the idol and whether she will be releasing new music or not.
While all of the photos seemed to be unique on their own, one specific photograph captured attention and sparked debates online. In the photograph IU can be seen wearing a headset in a recording studio.
Fan reactions to the post and more speculations about a possible comeback
Fans could not control their excitement over the possibility of new music from the idol and actor.
IU's fans took to online social media platforms to share their opinions on the matter and discuss the possibility of a comeback soon.
Fans also expressed their excitement directly under IU's social media post and showered her with a lot of love. One fan commented, 'I absolutely love your acting and voice—your performances are always so powerful and full of emotion. You bring every character to life in such a unique way!' while another went on to say, 'Our Ji-eun, who is pretty like a cherry blossom.'
More about IU
IU has been a constant in the Korean entertainment industry ever since 2008, when she debuted onstage with her first ever song, 'Lost Child'. She has been an unstoppable force ever since and has ventured into different streams such as music and acting, as well as hosting. The idol was recently last seen on the popular and hit OTT K-drama 'When Life Gives You Tangerines'.
The idol's last comeback was in February 2024, when she officially released her EP titled 'The Winning'.
The thought of the potential comeback has fans buzzing up a storm online.
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