Beloved singer-songwriter and actress IU is gearing up for a long-awaited return to music. According to her agency EDAM Entertainment, IU is currently preparing a new album with a planned release in May, and ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo will make a cameo appearance in the music video.
While specific details about the new release remain under wraps, excitement is already building—especially as this will mark IU’s first comeback in over a year since the release of her 6th mini album The Winning in February 2023.
IU and Cha Eun-woo recently showed off their on-screen chemistry in a pictorial for a luxury jewelry brand, making fans even more curious about what kind of narrative or emotional synergy they’ll deliver in the upcoming video.
This upcoming collaboration follows IU’s previous project “Love Wins All”, which featured BTS’s V in a powerful, film-like music video that captivated audiences around the globe. The appearance of such a major K-pop star drew massive attention to the release and also revealed a deeper, more emotional side of V—showcasing his acting potential in a way fans had never seen before. Now, with Cha Eun-woo, who already boasts a solid acting background, stepping into IU’s new visual universe, anticipation is sky-high. With both their visuals and talents combined, fans can’t even begin to imagine what kind of story or chemistry will unfold in the new music video.
On the acting front, IU continues to expand her impressive portfolio. Earlier this year, she drew praise for her dual role as Ae-soon and Geum-myung in the Netflix drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, and she’s set to return to the small screen next year in the upcoming MBC series 21st Century Lady.
As always, IU’s comeback is one of the most anticipated events in K-pop—and with her track record of artistic excellence, expectations are higher than ever.
