• BooSeokSoon Makes a Massive Comeback with Over 500,000 Copies Sold in the First Week – SEVENTEEN’s 10th Anniversary Starts Strong

    BooSeokSoon, the special subunit of SEVENTEEN made up of Seungkwan, DK, and Hoshi, is making waves with their latest release!

    Their second single TELEPARTY has already sold an amazing 529,936 copies in just its first week (January 8 to 14). This impressive feat makes them a “half-million seller” in the K-pop world and sent the album straight to #1 on the Hanteo Chart’s weekly album ranking, marking a successful start to SEVENTEEN’s big 10th anniversary celebrations!

    The title track "Jeans" is also receiving tons of love. Upon release, it hit the top spot on Bugs’ real-time chart and climbed up major music sites like Melon and Genie.

    It also made a huge impact on iTunes, ranking #1 in 8 countries and regions, and landed in the top 10 in 20 countries.

    The music video, which features cameos from big stars, was a trending sensation, topping YouTube’s trending videos on January 9 and staying at the top of music video charts in South Korea and Japan!

    After wrapping up their music show promotions on SBS’s Inkigayo on January 12, BooSeokSoon will continue to connect with fans by appearing on various variety shows.

    They’ll be featured on the web show Jip Daeseong on January 17, where they’ll meet BIGBANG’s Daesung. DK and Seungkwan will also appear on Salon Drip 2 on January 21.

    SEVENTEEN’s group activities are also ongoing, with their SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN ASIA hitting major venues across the region, including the Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand, as part of their year-long anniversary celebration.

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  • IU melts hearts by helping young actress Kim Tae Yeon pick a dress for her first awards show and even goes shopping with her

    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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