IU & Byun Woo-seok Marriage Rumors Spark K-Drama Buzz

The 7th episode of MBC's Friday-Saturday drama 'The Grand Prince of the 21st Century' achieved a triple crown, ranking first among all Friday programs with a viewership rating of 11.1% in the Seoul metropolitan area, 10.8% nationwide, and 5% for the 2054 demographic. The scene where IU (as Sung Hee-joo) and Byun Woo-seok (as Prince Ian) head to the palace after their wedding ceremony particularly garnered high interest, soaring to a peak of 14.3% per minute.

The broadcast depicted the wedding ceremony where Sung Hee-joo and Prince Ian officially became husband and wife. Following their kiss on the yacht, an awkward yet sweet atmosphere began to develop between the two. Prince Ian added to the excitement by confessing to Sung Hee-joo, "It wasn't because the mood was good. It was because you're my junior," further deepening the romantic tension. However, the marriage contract they personally drafted included a clause stating they would divorce after three years, sparking curiosity about future developments.

Meanwhile, Sung Hee-joo felt uncomfortable during a dinner with her in-laws and stormed out. Prince Ian comforted her, saying, "There are many things I have that you don't, and I'd want to give you anything if you asked for it," filling Sung Hee-joo's heart.

Finally, the wedding day of Sung Hee-joo and Prince Ian arrived, and Sung Hee-joo entered the palace with pride as a member of the royal family. Prince Ian also gained his only ally within the palace. However, as the wedding ceremony, which had been proceeding with blessings, was nearing its end, a sudden incident occurred where Sung Hee-joo collapsed, turning the wedding hall into chaos in an instant. With Prince Ian holding the unconscious Sung Hee-joo, attention is focused on what happened to Sung Hee-joo and the future of the grand prince and his wife.

IU shared behind-the-scenes photos from the wedding ceremony on her social media with the caption, "Sung Hee-joo's wedding day♥." The photos show IU and Byun Woo-seok exuding a real-couple chemistry while filming.