Singer and actress IU has once again demonstrated her immense box-office draw and enduring popularity across South Korea.
On September 20, the soloist met with fans at CGV Yongsan I’Park Mall in Seoul for six special stage greeting events celebrating the theatrical re-release of her two hit concert films, with every single session selling out completely.
The special theater appearances held extra significance for both the artist and her fandom, Uaena, as they took place just two days after IU celebrated her 18th debut anniversary on September 18.
Stage Greetings and Theater Screenings Overview
The stage greeting sessions spanned two of IU’s most iconic concert films, offering attendees an intimate experience complete with poster raffles, group photo sessions, and personal interactions with the artist.
The event structure and screening details featured:
- Event Location: CGV Yongsan I’Park Mall in Seoul
- Session Breakdown: Six stage greeting sessions in total- two dedicated to IU Concert: The Golden Hour and four dedicated to IU Concert: The Winning.
- Special Fan Engagement: Attendees participated in raffles for hand-signed posters, joined group commemorative photos, and experienced special “Aic” light-stick screenings that allowed fans to cheer and sing along in sync with the films.
Addressing the audience during the screenings, IU expressed her gratitude for being able to look back on her career milestones alongside her fans.
She shared her joy at revisiting her major stadium performances on the big screen, thanking Uaena for continuing to celebrate her 18-year career journey by her side.
Box Office Numbers and Philanthropic Milestone
The theatrical re-releases have drawn significant viewership since returning to cinemas, highlighting the continuing commercial appeal of her live performances.
- Box Office Metrics: According to tracking data from the Korean Film Council (KOBIS), IU Concert: The Winning drew 2,762 moviegoers on its re-release opening day on September 16.
Across its initial five-day run through September 20, the film recorded a cumulative total of 9,573 viewers.
- Cinematic Highlights: The Golden Hour documents her historic September 2022 performance at the Seoul Olympic Stadium- where she became the first Korean female artist to headline the venue- while The Winning captures her landmark September 2024 encore show at Seoul World Cup Stadium, which marked the 100th solo concert of her career.
- Anniversary Donation: In addition to meeting fans at the cinema, IU commemorated her 18th debut anniversary by donating 200 million won (approximately $150,000 USD) across four charitable organizations, continuing her long-standing tradition of marking personal career milestones through meaningful philanthropy.
