On January 20th, IU made an emotional apology to IVE, leaving fans surprised by her heartfelt gesture.

During a new video posted on IU's YouTube channel IU's Palette, the singer shared a touching behind-the-scenes story involving her junior group, IVE.

Though they both use the same shop, it was the first time IU and IVE had greeted each other. IU began by saying, "We have a behind-the-scenes story", before revealing that she had planned to invite IVE members to Palette much earlier but things didn't go as planned.

With a 90-degree bow, IU apologized deeply to the IVE members, saying, "I’m really sorry." The IVE members were caught off guard, quickly standing up and reassuring IU, saying, "No, it’s okay!" But IU insisted, "I’m really sorry."

It turns out the reason for the delay was IU's health issues. She explained, "While recording Palette, something happened to me for the first time."

She added, "On the day of the recording, I woke up feeling something was wrong. I had a high fever, so I went straight to the hospital and had to cancel the recording. I felt really bad about it and asked our shop staff to tell you I’m so sorry."

IU went on to explain that she even bumped into Liz in the elevator and said, "I took off my hat and mask and said, 'This is IU, and I’m really sorry. Please tell the IVE members I’m so sorry again.'" She added, "That’s still the thing I regret the most in 2024."

However, IVE members quickly reassured her, with Jang Wonyoung saying, "We just kept saying, 'We hope you get better soon.'" IU was touched by their kindness and shared, "When I heard that you said that, my heart ached more."

To show her gratitude, IU continued, "I know you rearranged my song, prepared a color switch, and took time out of your busy schedule for Palette. I know how busy you all are."

She ended the conversation warmly, saying, "Today, I will do my best to make you all shine, and thank you again for being on Palette".

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Shim Hyung Tak has introduced his newborn son, and people can’t stop talking about how much he resembles BTS’s Jungkook!

On the February 26 episode of Channel A’s Men’s Life These Days: Groom Class, the show gave viewers an update on Shim Hyung Tak and his wife Saya after they welcomed their baby boy.

During the show, Lee Seung Chul couldn’t help but notice how exhausted Shim looked from parenting duties.

Shim explained, “I was up with the baby until 6:30 AM today. I take care of him from 11 PM to 7 AM while my wife sleeps. Then, when she wakes up, I sleep, and we take turns raising him together.”

Shim also opened up about his wife’s tough labor experience. He shared, “She was in labor for 12 hours. A nurse even told me, ‘The mother was incredible. She endured the pain without even groaning.’” He expressed how grateful he was to his wife for her strength.

As the couple moved into a postpartum care center, they finally revealed their baby’s face for the first time. The cast members were in awe, exclaiming, “He’s so beautiful!”

Moon Se Yoon couldn’t hold back his reaction and joked, “He looks exactly like his mom and dad. Did he get a nose job before he was born?”

Shim Jin Hwa then made a surprising comment, saying, “I think he looks more like BTS’s Jungkook than his dad.” To this, Shim Hyung Tak laughed and replied, “I hope so.” Moon Se Yoon added, “He’s definitely going to be more handsome than you.”

Fans are already excited to see more of Shim Hyung Tak’s son, wondering if he’ll grow up to be as charming as Jungkook!

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