IU, Byun Woo-seok's First Night as Royal Couple

Episode 8 of the MBC Friday-Saturday drama 'The Princess of the 21st Century' will depict the first night of Sung Hee-ju (played by IU) and Grand Prince Ian (played by Byun Woo-seok), who have successfully married. The two became husband and wife after overcoming many difficulties and will now begin their sweet newlywed life.

The couple, who exuded a fresh, youthful atmosphere like lovers during their wedding preparations, are expected to reach the peak of their romance by becoming even more actively involved with each other after their marriage. The released photos show them gazing at each other with captivating eyes, their hair still damp, and lying side-by-side under the same blanket, heightening viewers' anticipation.

In the photos, Grand Prince Ian appears composed, but Sung Hee-ju seems awkward, tightly clutching the blanket with a tense expression. However, they soon embrace each other tightly and share a kiss, showcasing their deepened emotions. This creates a tender atmosphere, quite different from their past bickering over the blanket.

The production team announced, "While Grand Prince Ian has always been the one to initiate, this time Sung Hee-ju will also express her feelings, pushing the romance to its climax." They added, "Please look forward to the romantic night of Sung Hee-ju and Grand Prince Ian, which will make viewers' hearts feel tender and warm."

The first night of IU and Byun Woo-seok, the 'Grand Prince Couple,' can be seen in the 8th episode of 'The Princess of the 21st Century,' airing on the 2nd at 9:50 PM. Meanwhile, the 7th episode, which aired the previous day, recorded viewership ratings of 11.1% in the Seoul metropolitan area and 10.8% nationwide, ranking first among all programs on Friday. In particular, the scene of them heading to the palace after the wedding ceremony soared to a peak of 14.3% per minute, proving its topicality.