ZEROBASEONE is unstoppable! The rookie group has achieved another major milestone by becoming five-time million-sellers with their latest album, BLUE PARADISE.

On February 24, ZEROBASEONE (Sung Han Bin, Kim Ji Woong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae Rae, Ricky, Kim Gyu Bin, Park Gun Wook, and Han Yu Jin) dropped their highly anticipated 5th mini album BLUE PARADISE—and the numbers are insane! The album sold a jaw-dropping 1,013,825 copies on its first day alone, proving the group’s immense power in the industry.

This marks ZEROBASEONE’s fifth consecutive million-selling album, a record that cements their status as one of K-Pop’s biggest rising groups.

The hype didn’t stop at album sales—every track from BLUE PARADISE landed on Melon’s Top 100 and Hot 100 charts. The title track BLUE debuted at No. 100 on the Top 100 and quickly shot up to No. 42, while also hitting No. 1 on Bugs' real-time chart. Fans are already calling it the beginning of a global BLUE wave!

Beyond Korea, ZEROBASEONE took over international charts:

• No. 3 on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart
  • No. 1 on iTunes "Top Albums" in 12 regions, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Peru, Thailand, and Vietnam
• No. 3 on Japan’s LINE MUSIC Album Chart, with BLUE ranking No. 8 on the Top 100
• No. 1 on China’s QQ Music Daily Album Chart

With explosive sales and chart-topping success both in Korea and overseas, ZEROBASEONE is proving their unstoppable global popularity.

Fans can’t wait to see what’s next for this record-breaking group.

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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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