
IU and Byeon Woo Seok made their first official appearance together on an MBC stage, instantly becoming one of the highlights of the 2025 MBC Drama Awards, held on December 30 at MBC Public Hall in Sangam, Seoul. The duo, who are currently filming MBC’s upcoming drama Perfect Crown, appeared as presenters and shared playful, in-character banter that delighted fans.
Addressing the audience, IU spoke about how frequently the two have been meeting due to filming. “We’ve been seeing each other a lot lately because of drama filming. Since the story is set in a constitutional monarchy, we often meet wearing glamorous outfits, but today feels like you paid extra special attention,” she said.
Byeon Woo Seok admitted it was his first time attending the MBC Drama Awards. He said that he felt nervous and made an effort to dress formally. IU quickly reassured him with a smile, calling him “especially dashing” and jokingly addressing him as “Grand Prince.”
IU also shared that this marks her first project with MBC, saying she hoped viewers would look forward to the drama. She pointed out her horse-shaped hairpin, explaining it was chosen to welcome the upcoming Year of the Horse and spread positive energy.
The buzz intensified when MBC unveiled the first teaser for Perfect Crown during the ceremony. The preview showcased IU in a striking transformation as chaebol heiress Seong Hui Ju, while Byeon Woo Seok appeared as Prince Yi An. The teaser opens with IU’s character confidently proposing, “Marry me,” followed by Prince Yi An’s sharp response questioning whether the marriage is purely for status. The exchange ends with his commanding line, “Prepare yourself to become the Grand Prince’s wife,” setting the tone for a high-stakes romance rooted in power, ambition, and politics.
Perfect Crown, set in a fictional constitutional monarchy, is scheduled to air in the first half of 2026.
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