K-Pop fans were treated to a special surprise during IU‘s final concert in Seoul on March 10th! The “H.E.R. WORLD TOUR CONCERT IN SEOUL” took an unexpected turn when actor Park Bo Gum joined IU on stage for a delightful duet.
IU, known for her incredible vocals, hyped up the crowd before introducing her special guest. “I have a reliable and super cool friend with me today,” she teased. “He may not be a singer, but his voice is amazing! Get ready to be blown away!”
The anticipation was electric as the mystery guest was revealed to be none other than the heartthrob actor Park Bo Gum. The crowd erupted in cheers as he greeted the fans with a warm, “Hello everyone! It’s great to see all of you UAENA (IU’s fan club name)!”
IU continued, “It might be burdensome for someone who isn’t a singer to take on the stage, but I’m grateful. He’s a friend I genuinely, really like. I didn’t want to leave without introducing my best friend to all of you. Have a great time together, friends.” Park Bo Gum added, “Though I might feel a bit embarrassed, I hope it’s a happy time, just like Uaena’s day.”
IU highlighted their close friendship, calling Park Bo Gum “a wonderful friend I’m so grateful for.” Despite his lack of singing experience, Park Bo Gum bravely joined IU for a beautiful rendition of “Not Spring, Love, or Cherry Blossoms,” originally by IU and HIGH4.
Park Bo Gum shared the heartwarming reason behind his surprise appearance. “I wanted to support IU for both the start and finale of her world tour,” he revealed. “Filming together for ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines,’ I saw how hard IU worked on the tour while juggling acting commitments. Her dedication truly inspired me.”
The admiration was mutual. IU gushed about her friend, calling him “amazing, impressive, and diligent.” She expressed her gratitude for their friendship, a sentiment clearly shared by fans.
After another song, “Let’s Go See the Stars” by Jukjae, Park Bo Gum bid farewell with a heartfelt message. “Wishing you all happy and bright days! Thank you, this was Park Bo Gum, a friend of IU.”
The unexpected collaboration between these two Korean A-listers left fans with unforgettable memories, solidifying the night as a true success.
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