PD Na Young Seok’s shoutout to the ‘Laughing Spoon’ Kim Soo Hyun has fans all excited.

On the 7th, PD Na Young Seok spilled the beans about his experience at the ‘60th Baeksang Arts Awards’ with YouTuber Calm Man (writer Lee Mal-nyeon) during a live broadcast.

That day, PD Na Young Seok bagged the Male Variety Award, beating out Gian84, Yoo Jae-suk, Tak Jae-hoon, and Calm Man. Meanwhile, Kim Soo Hyun, who’s been winning hearts with his role in the tvN drama ‘Queen of Tears’, snagged the Male Popularity Award, voted for by fans.

PD Na Young Seok, who was seated next to Kim Soo Hyun, answered fans’ questions during the live broadcast with Calm Man, saying, “Kim Soo Hyun was super friendly.” When asked about his first impression of Kim Soo Hyun , PD Na said, “He was incredibly handsome. He had this boyish charm, not the typical ‘aura’ that actors talk about, but a kind and playful vibe that made him really approachable,” revealing Kim Soo Hyun’s unique charm.

Calm Man, who agreed that “He had great manners,” PD Na Young Seok expressed his desire to work with Kim Soo Hyun on a variety show, saying, “I found myself thinking ‘Do you want to do a variety show with me?’ But since it was our first meeting, I didn’t actually say it,” which led to an explosive reaction from fans.

Calm Man expressed regret, saying, “You should try casting him,” and PD Na Young Seok said, “I couldn’t cast him. Kim Soo Hyun did a variety show when he was bowling. He was fresh, boyish, and natural. He wasn’t flashy. I thought he would do really well even in reality shows,” praising Kim Soo Hyun ’s variety talent and raising expectations.

PD Na hinted at a possible collaboration, saying, “Is it a casting on the line?” to the words “It’s anytime. It would be great to do it together,” grabbing attention.

As PD Na Young Seok’s mention of Kim Soo Hyun became a hot topic, netizens are showing an explosive reaction and rooting for the two to team up.

Especially, Kim Soo Hyun , known as the ‘Laughing Spoon’ among fans for his humorous sense, is raising more expectations.

Even at the Baeksang Arts Awards, Kim Soo Hyun had everyone laughing by showing the expression of ‘Queen of Tears’ Baek Hyun-woo, who exuded ‘Bingu beauty’ by acting drunk at the host’s aegyo request.

Fans reacted saying, “It’s so funny that he went to the bathroom during his interview timing at the Baeksang Arts Awards”, and “The sense of reenacting the scene in ‘Queen of Tears’ when asked for aegyo was crazy.”

In addition, it was revealed that the part where Kim Soo Hyun reassured his family by saying “It’s not like that to me” while filming his wife Hong Hae-in (Kim Ji Won) scolding and hitting her younger brother Hong Soo-chan (Kwak Dong Yeon) during ‘Queen of Tears’ was ad-lib, and his sense became a hot topic.

Expectations are growing among fans’ hot reactions as to whether PD Na Young Seok, who has shown chemistry with various actors such as Yoon Yeo-jung, Lee Soon-jae, Cha Seung-won, Yoo Hae-jin, Park Seo-jin, Jung Yu-mi, Choi Woo-shik, and made popular variety shows, will team up with a new actor, and whether that actor will really be Kim Soo Hyun .

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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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