Amid Kim Soo-Hyun's Scandal, Here's A Look at IU's (When Life Gives You Tangerines) Dating Controversies

Are IU & Lee Jong Suk Still Together: Amid the controversy surrounding Kim Soo Hyun's dating scandal, fans are now eager to explore other controversies within the Korean entertainment industry. As the saying goes, not everything that glitters is gold. Recently, shocking revelations have surfaced about When Life Gives You Tangerines star IU's past. Some have alleged that IU was involved in hiring gangsters, while others claimed she had connections to illegal activities in China. However, these accusations remain unverified. In light of these rumors, let's take a closer look at IU's dating life and the truth behind these speculations.

Who Is When Life Gives You Tangerines Star IU Dating?

IU and Lee Jong Suk's agency confirmed that the two were dating each other back in 2022. During Dream Press interview, IU talked about her relationship with lee Jong Suk. She reportedly said, "Of course I talk about acting with my boyfriend. When I have grievances or a scene I'm not sure about, I tend to ask for SOS a lot from my boyfriend."

Did IU & Lee Jong Suk Breakup?

In 2025, rumors began circulating that IU and Lee Jong Suk had parted ways after Chinese fans noticed the actress wearing a ring on her index finger instead of the traditional ring finger, which in Korea is often seen as a sign of being single. Despite the intense social media debate that followed, neither IU nor Lee Jong Suk's agencies responded to or entertained any of the claims. Therefore, it's not certain yet whether the two are still together or not.

Why Is IU Being Dragged Into Kim Soo-Hyun Controversy?

Bizarre rumors have been circulating on social media recently. After questions arose about Sulli's involvement in a nude scene in Kim Soo-Hyun's film Real, IU's name was dragged into the conversation, with claims suggesting she knew about the scene but didn't inform the late actress Sulli. Now, IU's alleged criminal past is being scrutinized, with some suggesting that she was the mastermind behind a kidnapping in the past. Additionally, rumors have surfaced claiming she has ties to illegal activities in China. Further speculation alleges that IU used wiretaps to stalk individuals and that she comes from a "gangster family."