IU garners praise and compliments for her small contribution to the highly loved musical fantasy drama "The Sound of Magic"!

IU Praised For Allowing 'The Sound of Magic' Use Her Music

"The Sound of Magic" gains worldwide acclaim for its beauty, mystery and entertaining elements - topping the Netflix Global charts just days after its release.

It is Ji Chang Wook, Choi Sung Eun and Hwang In Yeop's first project together, depicting the stories of lost youths who begin dreaming again after meeting a handsome and inspiring magician.

At the same time, singer-actress IU, who boasted her acting chops in her wide array of dramas including "Dream High," "Hotel del Luna" and more, also gained praise for her participation in the drama.

Director Kim Seong Yoon of "The Sound of Magic" expressed his eternal gratitude towards the artist, after she allowed the drama to use one of her most treasured songs.

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At the end of "The Sound of Magic," IU's song "Knees" was used to portray the deep and strong emotions of the main character Yoon Ah Yi, played by Choi Sung Eun.

To use songs in a drama, the production unit must purchase the copyright to release the song through the drama, especially with a wider audience. However, IU personally allowed the director to use the song.

IU and director Kim Seong Yoon became close with one another while filming "Dream High."

The production unit of the drama included Lee Ji Eun, IU's real name, in the ending credits to show their gratitude.

Why Is 'Knees' Special For IU?

The song "Knees" is a song released in 2018 through her new EP "CHAT-SHIRE."

It describes a night in which one can't sleep, needing the familiarity and comfort of a loved one. It's a song full of anger and sadness, and according to IU, she wrote this while thinking of her grandmother.

In particular, Choi Sung Eun and her on-screen sister sung the song together as they crave for the paternal love they long to experience.

It also symbolizes Choi Sung Eun's character's ache for Ji Chang Wook and Hwang In Yeop's friendship, warmth and comfort.

IU Returns To Silver Screen With 'Broker'

IU, alongside big stars Bae Doona, Song Kang Ho and more, returns to the big screen with the upcoming drama film "Broker."

Helmed by director Hirokazu Koreeda, the movie depicts the story of people who are involved with the baby boxes that are designed for people who leave their babies anonymously to be cared for by others.

The film will compete for Palme d'Or, the highest distinction at the Cannes Film Festival, from May 17 to May 28, 2022. As for worldwide release, IU's "Broker" will hit the screen theaters on June 8.

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Written by Elijah Mully.