Uaenas, it’s your chance to relive the magic of attending IU’s concert! The singer-songwriter is releasing her first concert film titled IU Concert: The Golden Hour globally.
According to the AMC Theaters’ website, the film will feature IU’s The Golden Hour: Under the Orange Sun concert. Held in September 17-18, 2022, the two-day concert served as the singer’s first solo concert in three years following her Love, Poem show.
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Coming Soon🎬#아이유 #IU#IU_CONCERT #The_Golden_Hour pic.twitter.com/lZhesFil1J— 아이유(IU) (@_IUofficial) August 16, 2023
Additionally, it was also the concert that made IU the first Korean female singer to perform at the iconic Olympic Main Stadium in Seoul, the largest stadium in South Korea.
In that concert, the K-pop superstar drew a total of 85,000 attendees. Even celebrities like BTS’ Jungkook, TWICE’s Nayeon, and actors Kim-Soo-hyun, Lee Joon-Gi and Kang Han-na, didn’t miss the chance to watch the remarkable show.
What to expect in ‘IU Concert: The Golden Hour’ film
Based on the trailer, the film will highlight the concert’s magical scenes. During the show, it featured a huge production, including a hot air balloon act, a live orchestra performance, a drone show, fireworks, and enormous stage set-ups.
The singer was also seen leaving a heartwarming message to her fans; “Later on when you reminisce about me, I hope you can remember this moment as the brightest moment,” IU said.
![[IU] IU CONCERT : The Golden Hour - Official Cinematic Cut Trailer](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UJPfPBCwNg4/hqdefault.jpg)
Given that the concert spanned for four hours each day and featured around 25 songs, attendees were treated with hits from IU’s long-spanning career. However, the concert film will only have a total running time of 2 hours and 51 minutes.
But what makes IU Concert: The Golden Hour even more special is that its release falls under the celebration of the singer-songwriter’s 15th anniversary in the industry.
The film will have its initial release in South Korea this September 13. It will be released across 38 countries around the world on September 28 and 30.
On her social media, IU also left a message for her global fans who’d like to watch the concert film. “Global UAENA can also watch this movie. I’ll go see you in person next time. Love you, thank you always.”
.@_IUofficial about ‘The Golden Hour’ premiere in cinemas worldwide:
“Global UAENA can also watch this movie… I’ll go see you in person next time.
Love you, Thank you. Always. Global UAENA 💙” pic.twitter.com/xYTjRuJ0NY— IU Charts (@jieunchart) August 30, 2023
As per EDAM Entertainment, the film will be available in IMAX theaters worldwide. “The big screen and surround sound from cinemas will recreate the concert experience from last year.”, the company said in a press release.
iu concert the golden hour will premiere in korea cgv on sept 13 followed by a global release in 38 countries!
-first korean female artist to perform at jamsil
-the golden hour will be screened at IMAX theater which is also the first for a live concert film in korea#HERSTORY🎇 pic.twitter.com/TR71UkjsnU— 🎬 (@serenefiIms) August 29, 2023
IU’s 15th year in the industry
Dubbed as the “Nation’s Little Sister”, IU debuted at the age of 15 with her song “Lost Child.” Since then, she has continually created masterpieces such as “Celebrity”, “Palette”, and “Good Day”, more popularly known for its three octave high note trademark.
Aside from a successful career as a soloist, IU excels in the world of acting as well. She has starred in numerous beloved dramas including Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, and Hotel del Luna.
The 2011 series Dream High marked her debut as an actress. Meanwhile, her most recent work is Dream with Park Seo Joon.
In December 2022, it was confirmed that she’s dating actor Lee Jong Suk.
Featured image: IU during her ‘The Golden Hour’ concert in September 2022. Credit: Twitter/IU