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Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
IU and Lee Jong Suk react to 3rd breakup news since going public with dating; know reps' comment on rumors involving BTS' V
Despite ongoing speculation fueled by online discussions, singer IU and actor Lee Jong Suk remain a couple. On May 21, both stars' representatives released a clear statement confirming that 'the two are still dating.' They shut down a new wave of breakup rumors that unexpectedly pulled BTS member V into the conversation. The latest gossip stemmed from a widely shared photo of IU dining at Mosu. It is a fine-dining restaurant in Seoul run by renowned chef Ahn Sung Jae. The gathering took place on May 15, on IU's birthday, and featured several individuals close to the singer. Among them was BTS' V, who previously collaborated with IU on her music video Love Wins All. The context of the dinner was innocent and well-documented. However, the presence of V and the absence of IU's boyfriend Lee Jong Suk from any public footage or social media posts prompted online communities to speculate about a possible breakup. Some fans pointed out that IU had uploaded birthday photos featuring her long-time friends and colleagues, including actresses Kang Han Na and Lee Joo Young. But she didn't post any images of or with Lee Jong Suk. This fueled suspicions that the couple may have quietly parted ways. Others questioned why IU would be celebrating her birthday with a male colleague like V rather than with her boyfriend. However, insiders from both IU and Lee Jong Suk's circles were quick to clarify the misunderstanding. According to sources, the dinner was arranged as a casual reunion of the Love Wins All production team. V's attendance was purely professional and friendly, as he was one of the key participants in the video project. The representatives emphasized that the couple is still very much together and dismissed the breakup rumors as unfounded. They put an end to the speculation for the third time since their relationship was confirmed to the public. IU and Lee Jong Suk first revealed their relationship in December 2022, after Dispatch reported that the two had been quietly dating for some time. Their romance reportedly began as a friendship built over years in the entertainment industry. However, since going public, the couple has opted for privacy and has not shared much about their relationship with the public. Their decision to keep things low-key has made them frequent targets for baseless gossip. In fact, this marks the third time breakup rumors have circulated online. The first wave came in mid-2024, when fans noticed a lack of interaction between the couple. Those rumors were debunked when it was revealed that Lee Jong Suk had attended IU's concert discreetly with fellow actor and friend Shin Jae Ha. The second round of rumors popped up earlier this year in February, largely triggered by speculation on Chinese online platforms. Fans noticed that IU was wearing a ring on her index finger, which some took to be a subtle sign of relationship changes. IU addressed those rumors during an interview, humorously referencing her co-star Park Bo Gum. She said, 'I know that (Lee Jong Suk) lives a very busy life. I want to say that I only know Guan Sik (Park Bo Gum) up to this point.' Now, just a few months later, the third wave of speculation has once again been laid to rest. What fans perceived as IU spending time with another male celebrity on her birthday turned out to be nothing more than a friendly gathering of work colleagues.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did BTS' V have a dinner date with IU? Viral picture raises speculation among fans
— nananajinnah (@nananajinnah) Whispers of a budding connection between BTS icon V and beloved K-pop singer IU are swirling across fan communities, setting the internet ablaze with theories and hopeful curiosity. The speculation took flight after snapshots emerged of V sharing an intimate meal with a mystery woman at a luxurious restaurant in her face remained obscured, keen-eyed admirers were quick to suggest that the woman in question was none other than IU, citing similarities in attire and physique as fuel to the flames, IU celebrated her 32nd birthday on May 16. Just two days before, on May 14, she had been seen during a live broadcast wearing a distinctive top—eerily similar to the one worn by the woman accompanying V at V currently fulfilling his mandatory military service, devoted fans believe he may have been granted leave to spend time with IU on her special day. This possibility has only heightened suspicions that the two may have shared a private birthday celebration, away from the public to a report by The Korea Times, the dinner date took place at Mosu, an upscale fine-dining establishment renowned for its exquisite menu and sophisticated ambiance. Helmed by acclaimed chef Ahn Sung-jae—known for his role as a judge on the Netflix cooking competition Culinary Class Wars—Mosu offers an exclusive 420,000 won (approximately $310 USD) tasting menu. The luxurious setting added another layer of intrigue to an already tantalizing were quick to raise eyebrows, especially given IU's ongoing relationship with actor Lee Jong Suk, who was noticeably absent from the evening. However, much of the doubt was dispelled when it was clarified that V and the woman were joined by 2AM's Seulong and another female companion, indicating the dinner may have been more friendly than foundation of the IU-V connection traces back to earlier this year, when V starred alongside IU in her emotionally charged music video 'Love Wins All'. Set against a dystopian backdrop, the video followed a couple's journey through despair and hope, with both artists delivering powerful performances that captivated millions. The chemistry they exhibited onscreen sparked widespread admiration and led many to wonder if their connection extended beyond the bond didn't stop there. V was later spotted attending IU's encore concert in September 2023, reinforcing notions of a close friendship. Since then, the two have occasionally crossed paths in subtle ways, each appearance stirring new conversations among IU is gearing up for her much-anticipated album Flower Bookmark 3, the next installment in her sentimental cover series. Set to release on May 27, the album will also feature a guest appearance by ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo in the accompanying music the truth behind the dinner date remains a mystery, one thing is certain: the dynamic between IU and V continues to captivate fans around the globe.
Korea Herald
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Chef Ahn Sung-jae's Michelin 3-star Mosu Seoul hints at reopening this month
Reservation slots for Mosu appear on restaurant reservation platform Catch Table Star chef Ahn Sung-jae's Mosu Seoul appears to be reopening later this month in Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, after a yearlong break. The reservation calendar for the contemporary fine dining restaurant appeared on restaurant reservation platform Catch Table on Wednesday afternoon. Although reservations have not opened, observers believe the Michelin-starred restaurant will likely open March 22, as the platform's page for Mosu Seoul showed possible booking dates starting that day. It remains unclear when reservations will open. A Catch Table official said more information would be "available soon," refusing to comment further. According to the app, the restaurant will only offer dinner, with a tasting course priced at 420,000 won ($289.36) per person. The corkage fee is set at 200,000 won and limited to one bottle of wine. In a recently uploaded video on Ahn's YouTube channel, the chef briefly showed the construction site of the new Mosu location on Namsan, near the Grand Hyatt Seoul. "I chose a location that is not in a busy or crowded area with a lot of foot traffic," Ahn said in the video. Also, in an interview with Esquire Korea in October last year, Ahn said Mass Studies, an architecture studio led by award-winning architect Cho Min-suk, is handling the restaurant's design and construction. Ahn opened the first iteration of Mosu in San Fransisco in summer 2015 and was given a one Michelin star in its first year. Michelin awards three stars to restaurants that offer "exceptional cuisine worth a special journey." Two-star restaurants serve "excellent cuisine worth a detour," while one-star restaurants serve "high-quality cooking worth a stop." Just two years on, Ahn's Mosu relocated to Seoul, opening in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu with investment from Korean food giant CJ CheilJedang. The restaurant was awarded a one star in 2019, two stars in 2020 and became South Korea's only Michelin three-star restaurant in 2023 and 2024. Mosu Seoul, however, temporarily closed down in February last year after Ahn decided to end the partnership with CJ CheilJedang. Ahn said the decision was made due to differences in business goals.
Korea Herald
27-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Mingles is Korea's only Michelin 3-star restaurant this year
Michelin Guide rolls out its annual selections of restaurants in Seoul and Busan featuring 234 establishments Mingles, a modern fine dining Korean restaurant Seoul, was named South Korea's only three-Michelin-star restaurant in this year's Michelin Guide Seoul and Busan. The prestigious culinary guidebook, now in its ninth year, released its annual restaurant selections Thursday. The 2025 edition features 234 restaurants — 186 in the capital and 48 in the southeastern port city of Busan. Mingles, led by Chef Kang Min-Koo, replaced the soon-to-reopen Mosu, which had been named three stars for four consecutive years until its closure in 2024. Mingles received two stars for five years from 2019 to 2024. Michelin awards three stars to restaurants that offer "exceptional cuisine worth a special journey." Two-star restaurants serve "excellent cuisine worth a detour," while one-star restaurants serve "high-quality cooking worth a stop." "As always, Mingles will keep pushing itself to improve, stay true to the basics and work hard to achieve high standards for our customers," Kang said during the Michelin Guide Seoul and Busan ceremony held at The Westin Josun Seoul. Under the lead of Joseph Lidgerwood, Korean cuisine restaurant Evett was newly promoted to two stars, bringing the total number of Michelin two-star restaurants to nine. Others are Restaurant Allen, Jungsik, Kojima, Ala Prima, Mitou, Kwonsooksoo, La Yeon and Soigne. Jerome Vincone, CEO of Michelin Korea, acknowledged the chefs and their teams for contributing to elevating Korea's culinary scene. "Their restless pursuit of perfection, boundless creativity and dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences make this moment so special, making the country the best gastronomy destination in the world," Vincent said during the ceremony. In Seoul, some 30 restaurants were given one Michelin star, including Kang Minchul Restaurant, Bicena, Mori and Haobin which retained their one Michelin star. Chef Park Kyung-jae's sushi restaurant Sosuheon, Jin Woo-bum's Mexican restaurant Escondido and Kim Do-yoon's French restaurant Tutoiement received their first one-star rating. Jung Ha-wan's Mediterranean-style restaurant Gigas, Sung Si-woo's vegan restaurant Legume, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul's Cantonese restaurant Yu Yuan and Cho Young-dong's contemporary restaurant Y'east moved up the ratings from selection to one-star rating. "This year's selection showcases great diversity of restaurants with new styles of cuisine and unique offerings, reflecting the steady development of the Korean dining scene," Gwendal Poullennec, the international director of the Michelin Guide, said in a prerecorded video. "As Seoul has established itself as a culinary destination, we are confident that Busan will also see an increase in outstanding restaurants and chefs over time."
