Working in the same industry for years, Kim Soo Hyun and IU are just two of many Korean celebrities who have a genuine friendship inside and outside the entertainment industry.

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On Jan. 27, singing sensation and actress Lee Ji Eun, popularly known as IU, released her latest song "Celebrity." And throuh this, her agency EDAM Entertainment started the Celeb Challenge. This new challenge involves creating and compiling photos that artistically shows your natural self behind the glitz and glamour appearance of being a celebrity in social media.

Kim Soo Hyun Joins the "Celeb Challenge"

On Feb. 4, the "It's Okay to Not Be Okay" actor Kim Soo Hyun shared on his official Instagram account a short video clip showing his behind the scenes photos throughout his career as an actor.

He gave a sneak peek of his simple yet happy life at the filming sites of his previous projects.

In a simple clip, fans of IU and Kim Soo Hyun were overwhelmed to see the genuine friendship between the two stars.

Kim Soo Hyun and IU's Friendship: How it All Started

International fans started to show their support by commenting to Kim Soo Hyun's post. They are overjoyed to witness the warm support of Kim Soo Hyun to his long-time friend IU.

Later on, the actress even commented on his video, saying, "Wow, such good handwriting," pertaining to the "Celebrity" word written on the introduction of the video. She also left emojis of roses on the comment section.

Their cute interaction made a buzz in the online community.

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They started their friendship when they both starred in the 2011 school drama "Dream High" and were able to work again in 2015 through the drama "The Producers." Kim Soo Hyun also had a special appearance in one of IU's dramas, "Hotel Del Luna" in 2019.

Despite their busy schedules, IU and Kim Soo Hyun always have their ways to support each other in their chosen career.

Kim Soo Hyun to Make Drama Comeback; IU to Return to the Silver Screen

Meanwhile, the two will also have upcoming projects this year. Kim Soo Hyun is expected to return on the small screen and star in the newest drama "That Night" alongside actor Cha Seung Won. This will be his next project after following his 2020 drama "It's Okay to Not Be Okay."

Also Read: Kim Soo Hyun to Make a Return with New Drama 'That Night'

IU has been confirmed to have her comeback on the big screen with back to back movies. First is at Koreeda Hirokazu's upcoming film "Broker." In film "Dream," she will be working with Korean hearthtrob Park Seo Joon.

Related Article: Confirmed: IU to Star in the Upcoming Film of Koreeda Hirokazu 'Broker'

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Written by Shai Collins