Singer and actress IU has directly addressed the suspicion of a couple look with her boyfriend Lee Jong-suk, dismissing the controversy.
Recently, photos of IU and Lee Jong-suk wearing outfits from the same luxury brand circulated on online communities and social media, leading to speculation about a couple look. The outfit worn by IU was revealed through fellow actress Lee Yeon’s social media, while Lee Jong-suk appeared in similar clothing in content from actress Ryu Hye-young's YouTube channel, drawing the attention of netizens.
As the two outfits appeared similar in design and color, some netizens reacted by suggesting they might be couple items, indicating that they are still maintaining a strong romantic connection. However, others expressed concern about actors being consumed by relationship-related issues ahead of their upcoming projects.
In this situation, when a fan expressed disappointment by mentioning related photos through a communication app, IU directly commented on the post, saying, "Isn't it a different outfit?" It is considered very unusual for IU, who has been extremely reserved about mentioning her boyfriend since publicly acknowledging their relationship, to respond so promptly to online suspicions.
In response to IU's clear explanation, fans have expressed apologies for misunderstanding and have suggested that excessive speculation about her private life should be curtailed. There is a growing consensus that, since she has directly clarified the facts, further baseless assumptions should stop.
IU and Lee Jong-suk officially acknowledged their relationship in December 2022 and have been quietly dating as a representative couple in the entertainment industry. Currently, both are focusing on their acting careers. IU is preparing to meet viewers in the MBC drama "21st Century Great Lady" scheduled to air in April, while Lee Jong-suk is set to release the Disney+ original series "The Remarried Empress" soon.
