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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
IU's A Beautiful Person Track With Cha Eun Woo Is A Tale Of Self-Acceptance
Last Updated: A Beautiful Person was originally written and composed by the legendary Korean rock artist Shin Jung Hyun. South Korean actress-singer IU, aka Lee Ji Un, returned to music with the album Kkot-Galpi 3 (A Flower Bookmark 3). It is the third instalment of her popular cover series, where she reinterprets some beloved classics. She released the album on May 27, along with its title track, Never Ending Story, the reimagined version of BooHwal's legendary song. To create more hype regarding her third remake album, IU dropped a new music video for A Beautiful Person, feat. Balming Tiger, a B-side track of Kkot-Galpi 3. The MV features a cameo of none other than the K-pop star and ASTRO member Cha Eun Woo. The 3-minute and 42-second-long video was released on IU's official YouTube channel on Wednesday, May 28. A Beautiful Person, aka A Beauty, was originally written and composed by the legendary Korean rock artist Shin Jung Hyun and was one of the songs in his debut album. The single completely reinterpreted rock music in Korea back in the '70s. It was one of the biggest hits of Shin Jung Hyun's career and one of the best hits of the '70s. The music video opens with the birth of two babies at a hospital, a boy born as a being of light and a girl shrouded in darkness. The MV captures various moments from their lives, from childhood to adulthood. While the boy is so bright and special that everyone around admires him, the girl, on the other hand, always remains in the shadows. As the two grew older, the weight of being different became too much for both of them to handle. To fit in, the boy and the girl start to wear masks to hide their true self. One day, the boy coincidentally meets the girl, who, just like him, hides her identity behind a mask. Without saying much, the two form a deep bond. Then comes the powerful moment on the rooftop, where both unmasked themselves and embraced their true selves. The boy was played by Cha Eun Woo, and the girl by IU. In no time, the music video caught attention online, and fans started praising the concept behind it. The new album marks her return to the Kkot-Galpi series after eight years. Back in 2017, IU released Kkot-Galpi 2. Other tracks in the album are Never Ending Story, Red Sneakers, October 4th, and Last Scene (Feat. Wonstein), among others. First Published: May 29, 2025, 14:16 IST
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Was Cha Eun Woo replaced by Heo Nam Jun as male lead in IU's Never Ending Story MV? All we know about ASTRO member's cameo
IU's highly anticipated comeback with her remake album A Flower Bookmark has stirred major buzz in the Korean entertainment world. And it's not just because of her stunning vocals or the sentimental tracklist. Early reports from Korean media revealed that popular actor and ASTRO member Cha Eun Woo would appear in IU's new music project. This led many to believe he would star as the male lead in the title track's music video. But when Never Ending Story finally dropped, it wasn't Cha Eun Woo who appeared alongside IU. Actually, it was rising actor Heo Nam Joon who took center stage, catching many fans off guard. For many fans, the biggest surprise was the casting. Despite IU's agency previously confirming Cha Eun Woo's participation in the music project, he was nowhere to be seen in the lead role of the title track MV. Instead, Heo Nam Joon, an actor born in 1993, the same year as IU, delivered a compelling and grounded performance. His portrayal introduced him to a broader audience. It adds to the growing attention he has received through roles in dramas like Sweet Home, The Impossible Heir, Your Honor, and When the Phone Rings. Cha Eun Woo's cameo reports According to new reports, Cha Eun Woo's appearance will be in the form of a cameo in another music video from the album. While his exact role remains under wraps, the news has sparked speculation that IU may release additional visuals for her other tracks. Given the storytelling quality of Never Ending Story, fans are hoping for more narrative-driven MVs as part of her album promotions. About IU's A Flower Bookmark IU's album A Flower Bookmark is a remake project filled with reimagined versions of iconic Korean tracks. Each song offers a nostalgic journey through Korean music history, carefully selected and updated through IU's unique voice and artistic sensibilities. The album includes six songs: Never Ending Story, October 4th, Last Scene (featuring Wonstein), Beauty (featuring Balming Tiger), Square Dream, and Red Sneakers. The music video for Never Ending Story tells a heartfelt tale set in a quaint, retro-inspired DVD and book rental store. Heo Nam Joon plays a reserved employee whose quiet interactions with IU's character blossom into a subtle, deeply emotional romance. The story is one of quiet connection and unfulfilled longing. It captures the essence of nostalgic love and missed timing. With soft cinematography and touching moments, the MV has received widespread praise. By fusing old-school charm with modern presentation, IU has created an album that bridges generations of music lovers. And with Cha Eun Woo's cameo still unrevealed, anticipation continues to grow for what's to come next in this nostalgic yet fresh musical chapter.
Miami Herald
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Listen: IU releases new EP, ‘Never Ending Story' music video
May 27 (UPI) -- South Korean singer and actress IU is back with new music. The K-pop star released an EP titled A Flower Bookmark, Pt. 3 and a music video for her song "Never Ending Story" on Tuesday. The EP features six songs, which also include "Red Sneakers," "October 4th" "Last Scene," "A Beautiful Person" and "Square's Dream." The music video for "Never Ending Story" shows IU reliving the happy moments from a relationship that has since ended. "If longing could rewrite fate, wish we meet again," she sings. "Like a fleeting scene from a film. Though I couldn't hold you when life was trembling, you still live on in those beautiful days." IU also stars in the K-drama When Live Gives You Tangerines on Netflix. Her concert film, The Winning, premiered in February. 2025 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
UPI
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Listen: IU releases new EP, 'Never Ending Story' music video
1 of 3 | South Korean singer and actress IU released a new EP on Tuesday. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo May 27 (UPI) -- South Korean singer and actress IU is back with new music. The K-pop star released an EP titled A Flower Bookmark, Pt. 3 and a music video for her song "Never Ending Story" on Tuesday. The EP features six songs, which also include "Red Sneakers," "October 4th" "Last Scene," "A Beautiful Person" and "Square's Dream." The music video for "Never Ending Story" shows IU reliving the happy moments from a relationship that has since ended. "If longing could rewrite fate, wish we meet again," she sings. "Like a fleeting scene from a film. Though I couldn't hold you when life was trembling, you still live on in those beautiful days." IU also stars in the K-drama When Live Gives You Tangerines on Netflix. Her concert film, The Winning, premiered in February. K-pop stars walk the red carpet Lisa, of Blackpink, arrives on the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards at the UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., on September 11, 2024. Lisa recently released a performance video for her solo single "Moonlit Floor." Photo by Derek C. French/UPI | License Photo
Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
IU weaves love story with Heo Nam Jun in remake track release amid BTS' V dating rumors
How does it feel to fall in love? It begins in whispers — the quiet flutter of something new. A glance that lingers, a smile that feels like sunshine, the thrill of a conversation you never want to end. That's exactly the feeling IU captures in her latest music video, Never Ending Story, a remake track released on May 27 at 6 PM KST, which comes during ongoing speculation linking IU to BTS' V. The song presents a simple, heartfelt story of love, reflective and nostalgic. While the timing has drawn attention, the track stands on its own as a gentle portrayal of connection, distance, and the passage of time. About IU's Never Ending Story MV: In the 4-minute-44-second music video, IU and actor Heo Nam Jun cross paths in the most unexpected of ways. They were young, untouched by the weariness of the real world. Carefree. Their story unfolds like poetry. A moment shared under a tree during a sudden spring rain, a heavy package IU struggles with until Heo Nam Jun steps in. A photo she gives him — a keepsake he treasures like the way we hold onto someone when love begins to take root. Those are the moments that live rent-free in the heart. And IU's vocals? Like silk against skin. Each piano chord, each string of the guitar, paints a dreamscape. It feels like you're watching a beautiful Korean drama — but with real feelings, not scripted ones. The lyrics, too, pierce softly: "Somewhere beyond the reach of our hands..." But as with many love stories that shimmer too brightly, not all are meant to reach the shore. The ending isn't a happy one. It's tender, but tragic. Years pass. They grow up. Life moves forward, but memories cling on. Heo Nam Jun returns to the shop where they first met. So does IU — but they arrive at different times. Two hearts still searching, but now like ghosts passing in parallel timelines. He still carries her photo in his wallet, the one she gave him as a token of young love. The photo slips out, unnoticed. IU later finds it tucked away in a forgotten corner of the store. She picks it up and places it gently inside a book she was carrying. Then quietly, she gives the book away. The speculation began after IU was spotted dining casually with BTS V and 2AM's Lim Seulong during her birthday celebrations, even as V continues to serve in the military, as of May 16, 2025. This isn't the first time IU and BTS' V have sparked dating speculation. Earlier this year, the two collaborated on the music video Love Wins All, a powerful and visually stunning short film that finds them in a dystopian, post-apocalyptic world.
