K-Drama and K-Pop fans went into a frenzy on the last day of December 2022 as news broke that singer-actress Lee Ji-eun, more popularly known as IU, was confirmed to be in a “
serious relationship” with actor Lee Jong-suk. Many expressed their happiness and support for the couple, as they were known for their close friendship prior to becoming lovers.
But even without a high-profile relationship, IU is already a household name in South Korea. Starting out in the industry as a singer, she quickly became a triple threat and earned the moniker “Nation’s Little Sister.” Apart from her
smooth vocals and numerous endorsements, she’s also an impressive actress with a slew of successful dramas under her belt!
If you’re already a fan of IU or want to get to know her through her works, here are five must-watch K-Dramas starring the singer-actress that you can stream on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Dream High
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This teen drama marked IU’s debut on the small screen. Starring Bae Suzy, Kim Soo-hyun, and Ok
Taecyeon, it follows six students at Kirin High School working to achieve their dream of becoming stars in the music industry. IU is adorable as Kim Pil-sook, a teen gifted with perfect pitch but was discouraged from pursuing music because she is
shy and overweight. Watch Dream High on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
You Are The Best
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This drama is IU’s first leading role, where she plays Lee Soon-shin, an ordinary girl living in the shadow of her better-looking and smarter sisters. She later finds success as an actress with the help of Shin Joon-ho (Jo Jung-suk), the talent
agency's CEO. The 50-episode family drama enjoyed high ratings in South Korea, with a peak viewership of 30.8%, cementing IU’s reputation as a formidable actress. Stream You Are the Best on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Bel Ami
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Venturing into romantic comedy, IU plays the role of Kim Bo-tong, an ordinary girl from a poor background who has a huge crush on Dokgo Ma-te (Jang Geun-suk). Ma-te is a “pretty boy” who uses his insanely good looks to seduce 10 different
women in order to meet his long-lost father. Bo-tong helps Ma-te overcome many obstacles in his journey, eventually teaching him the meaning of true love. Watch Bel Ami on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
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This series remains one of the most talked about K-Dramas of 2016, thanks to its stellar cast and the unbeatable chemistry between IU and actor Lee Joon-gi. The actress plays Go Ha-jin, a 25-year-old woman who is transported back to the Goryeo Dynasty
during a total solar eclipse. She gets caught up in palace politics and the rivalry between princes fighting for the throne while also falling in love with one of them–the 4th prince Wang So. Catch Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Hotel Del Luna
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One of IU’s most successful dramas to date is this fantasy drama written by the Hong Sisters. She plays Jang Man-wol, the aloof and hot-tempered owner of Hotel Del Luna, a supernatural hotel for the dead. She was condemned to this fate in order
to atone for the sins she committed 1,300 years ago. Due to a series of events, she employs Gu Chan-sung (Yeo Jin-goo) to become a manager at the hotel. As the two cater to their ghost clientele and help them crossover to the afterlife, they find
themselves falling for each other. This show is one of the highest-rated dramas in Korean cable television history and the most viewed tvN drama of 2019, so don’t miss out and stream Hotel Del Luna on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
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