On April 5, 2025, a heartwarming gesture by IU captured widespread attention online when she surprised her on-screen daughter, Shin Chae-rin, with a truck full of fish-shaped bread. This delightful event took place as they wrapped up filming the slice-of-life drama, When Life Gives You Tangerines, where Chae-rin portrayed the younger version of IU’s character, Geum Myeong.
Shin Chae-rin shared the news through her official Instagram account, showcasing moments from the food truck delivery on the last day of shooting. The truck was adorned with vibrant images of the mother-daughter duo from the beloved series, adding a special touch to the memorable occasion.
Further, her post included multiple solo snapshots of Chae-rin, alongside banners and billboards that celebrated her achievements. Messages such as “Today, it’s Chae Rin’s treat!”and “Everyone’s beloved Shin Chae-rin. You have worked so hard!”were prominently featured, demonstrating the support she garnered throughout the filming process.
Gratitude from Shin Chae-rin’s Family
In a touching post, Chae-rin’s mother conveyed heartfelt thanks to IU for her generous support. She described the food truck as an unanticipated and meaningful gift that truly touched their hearts. Her post expressed appreciation for IU’s consistent care and kindness, stating:
“Although we are touched and appreciated every time because it was unimaginable. Speechless. IU mom who always cared for her.”
For those unfamiliar, IU played dual roles in When Life Gives You Tangerines, embodying both Oh Ae-sun and her daughter, Geum Myeong. She was joined by Park Bo-gum, who portrayed Gwan-shik. The ensemble cast also included notable actors such as Kim Seon-ho, Moon So-ri, Park Hae-joon, and Kim Tae-yeon, among others.
Here’s a summary of the official plot from Asianwiki:
“Ae-Sun (IU) and Gwan-Sik (Park Bo-Gum) were born in Jeju, South Korea in the 1950s. Ae-Sun is a rebellious girl and a lover of books, but she is unable to attend school due to her poor family background.”
Continuing the synopsis:
“Under this circumstance, she never gives up on her dream of becoming a poet. She expresses her feelings freely without hiding anything. Gwan-Sik is a sincere and diligent young man. He doesn’t talk that much. Gwan-Sik loves only Ae-Sun and respects her.”
Directed by Kim Won-suk and written by Im Sang-choon, this drama beautifully intertwines themes of ambition and love.
In recent news, it has been confirmed that IU will lead the upcoming series Wife of a 21st Century Prince, alongside actor Byeon Woo-seok, sparking excitement among fans for her next venture.