Singer IU, who canceled her Goyang concert due to Eustachian tube dysfunction and postponed the release of her regular 6th album, disappointing fans, is giving fans a special gift in commemoration of her 18th debut anniversary. Two concert documentary films featuring her genuine care for fans from 2022 and 2024 will be re-released at CGV on September 9th and 16th.
IU recently had her scheduled Goyang concert this month canceled due to symptoms of Eustachian tube dysfunction, where the space inside the eardrum is abnormally open, and postponed the release of her regular 6th album, causing concern among fans. In the meantime, special news commemorating her 18th debut anniversary has been revealed, attracting attention as a "timely blessing" that will comfort fans' weary hearts.
First, the film re-releasing exclusively at CGV on September 9th is 'IU Concert: The Golden Hour,' the first concert documentary capturing the concert held on September 17-18, 2022 at the Seoul Olympic Stadium. Fans can experience IU's brilliant moment and overwhelming live performance when she entered the Olympic Stadium for the first time since her debut through the screen once again.
Following this, on September 16th, 'IU Concert: The Winning,' capturing the opening of IU's first world tour held on September 21-22, 2024 and her 100th concert performance, will meet fans. In particular, this work holds special significance as it marks the beginning of IU's historic world tour and her meaningful 100th concert. Beyond a simple record, it is expected to be an opportunity to feel the passionate artistry and growth narrative of artist IU in their entirety.
'IU Concert: The Winning' will be screened not only in standard 2D theaters but also in special format cinemas including SCREENX and 4DX to maximize the sense of presence, providing fans with an even more vivid experience. It is anticipated that fans can enjoy the concert performance combining overwhelming scale and delicate direction in the special theaters and experience immersion as if they were at the actual concert venue.
For fans who were disappointed due to IU's health issues, this re-release of the concert documentary will be more than just watching a movie—it will be a special time to receive comfort by experiencing the heat and emotion of the concert hall through the screen once again. Together with wishes for her speedy recovery, this re-release is expected to hold deep significance for fans eagerly awaiting IU's return to the stage.
