SEVENTEEN’s new special unit is finally happening! Hoshi and Woozi are teaming up for their first-ever single BEAM, set to drop on March 10.

At midnight on February 19, Pledis Entertainment surprised fans with a concept teaser for BEAM on Weverse and SEVENTEEN’s official social media. The teaser, with its sleek monochrome visuals and striking light contrasts, created a powerful and sophisticated mood. At the very end, the release date appeared—immediately sending fans into a frenzy of excitement!

A Duo That Took 8 Years to Happen

The name BEAM represents the strong and radiant energy that Hoshi and Woozi bring to the stage. From their trainee days to becoming key members of one of K-pop’s biggest groups, their passion and creativity have always stood out.

The two last worked together on SEVENTEEN’s 2017 album TEEN, AGE, when they teamed up for Shoot Me Before You Go. Now, eight years later, they are officially launching as a unit! As the leaders of SEVENTEEN’s Performance and Vocal Teams—and as same-age friends born in 1996—expectations are sky-high for their incredible synergy.

SEVENTEEN’s Unit Power Just Keeps Growing

SEVENTEEN has been proving time and again that unit projects can be just as powerful as full-group comebacks. BSS (Seungkwan, DK, and Hoshi) took over the charts with hits like Just Do It, Fighting (Feat. Lee Young Ji), and Jeans.

Meanwhile, Jeonghan and Wonwoo shook up the industry last June with their unit debut THIS MAN, setting a new record for the highest first-week sales of any K-pop unit album.

Now, all eyes are on Hoshi and Woozi as they prepare to release BEAM. With SEVENTEEN’s track record of unit success, fans are expecting nothing less than a legendary collaboration.

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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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