'Queen of Tears' star Park Sung Hoon recently sat down for a chat with XSportsNews at the BH Entertainment office in Seoul, dishing out some behind-the-scenes stories from the hit tvN weekend drama 'Queen of Tears'.

The drama has been making waves, not just for its high ratings, but also for the buzz it's been generating. It even set a record for the highest viewership in tvN history! The cast and crew had such a blast that they held not one, but two wrap-up parties and even talked about going on a reward vacation.

Park Sung Hoon shared, "We were all hoping that our 14th episode could beat the ratings of 'Crash Landing on You'. The wrap-up party was full of hopeful chatter and good vibes."

He also revealed a fun tidbit about a group chat with Kim Soo Hyun, Kim Ji Won, Kwak Dong Yeon, and Lee Joo Bin. Apparently, it's currently inactive, or as he jokingly put it, "dead". He explained, "We're all introverts, so we mostly chatted about the show doing well and how much fun we were having."

In a hilarious twist, Park Sung Hoon confessed that he didn't have Soo Hyun and Ji Won's numbers until after the 10th episode.

He said, "I remember an actor once suggested we all exchange numbers on the first day of script reading. It was a great idea for breaking the ice. I wanted to do the same for 'Queen of Tears', but I wasn't feeling well that day. So, I ended up not knowing their numbers for months."

He added, laughing, "I finally mustered up the courage to ask for their numbers." When asked if there might be a separate group chat without him, he responded with a playful, "I hope not…"

Talking about his chemistry with Kim Soo Hyun, he said, "We're very similar, even our MBTI types match. Our acting styles clicked right away." He also praised Soo Hyun's good looks and captivating eyes, calling him a "beloved younger brother".

As for Kim Ji Won, he described her as a "flawless character" and a "top student". He admired her transformation into her character, Hae In, and her dedication to dieting for almost a year. He said, "I heard a lot of compliments about Ji Won's beauty in this drama. As an older brother figure, I felt proud seeing the results of her hard work."

Park Sung Hoon believes that the success of 'Queen of Tears' is due to the actors, production team, and the writer, Park Ji Eun, who knows exactly what the viewers want to see. He said, "The drama shows the scenes that viewers want to see. When I see the couple Hae In and Hyun Woo, I feel proud, and I also feel sad in the sad scenes."

He also mentioned some memorable scenes, saying, "Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won make a visually stunning pair. I was proud to watch them. There are countless scenes like the umbrella scene and the aquarium scene in the early episodes that left a strong impression."

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IU has once again warmed hearts with her sweet and caring nature — this time by personally helping young actress Kim Tae Yeon get ready for her very first awards show.

The two actresses both played the same character, Ae Soon, in different stages of life in the Netflix drama "When Life Gives You Tangerines". IU played the adult version while Kim Tae Yeon touched viewers with her emotional performance as young Ae Soon.

Even though Kim Tae Yeon doesn’t have an agency yet, IU made sure the young star wouldn’t be alone. According to insiders, IU personally visited a dress shop with Kim Tae Yeon to help her pick out a beautiful outfit. She even helped with hair and makeup plans, making sure Tae Yeon could shine at the upcoming 61st Baeksang Arts Awards, where both actresses are nominated.

Kim Tae Yeon’s mom posted about the moment on Instagram, saying:

“Tae Yeon met IU unnie and told me to say thank you. Words aren’t enough to express how grateful we are. We were so surprised by her unexpected visit, and her thoughtful care truly touched our hearts. Thank you again to IU for the gift.”

The post also showed a happy Kim Tae Yeon holding IU’s present and choosing a dress — a moment that melted fans’ hearts.

IU is well-known in the industry for her generosity and kindness. While filming "You Have Done Well", she reportedly gave thoughtful gifts and created a warm, friendly vibe on set for everyone, from co-stars to staff.

The drama itself became a big hit, earning praise both in Korea and overseas. IU, Park Bo Gum, Yeom Hye Ran, Choi Dae Hoon, and Kim Tae Yeon all received Baeksang nominations — a huge achievement, especially for the young star.

Kim Tae Yeon, born in 2011, has been acting since she was little and appeared in dramas like Crash Landing on You, A Dog’s Love Today, and Gyeongseong Creature. But her powerful acting in "When Life Gives You Tangerines" truly made people cry, smile, and remember her name.

IU didn’t stop at helping Kim Tae Yeon. She also invited fellow cast members Moon So Ri, Park Hae Joon, Ahn Tae Rin, and more to her concert, sending them gifts to show her love and support.

In an earlier interview, IU talked about giving gifts to so many people. She humbly said,

“As I do more projects, there are more people I’m thankful for, but it’s not as hard as people think. I just hope the people receiving the gifts feel happy.”

Talking about the drama, she added,

“It was such a grand project. Just being part of it was a blessing. It made me think, ‘Ji Eun, you really experienced something amazing.’ I’m grateful I could work with such great people.”

Once again, IU has proved she’s not just a talented singer and actress — she’s also a true “Good Deed Queen.”

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