Park Bo Gum recently expressed his feelings about collaborating with IU during an interview with media outlet SPOTV News at the Conrad Hotel in Yeouido, Seoul. He discussed his latest project 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' and spoke highly of IU's dedication and resilience. Park Bo Gum admired IU's ability to handle a demanding schedule while portraying two characters, 'Ae Soon' and 'Geum Myung,' with grace and kindness towards everyone on set. He described working with IU as a valuable and enjoyable experience, emphasizing how inspiring it was to witness her generosity and versatility in acting. Park Bo Gum expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with IU, a fellow actor of his age.

'When Life Gives You Tangerines' is a Netflix series that follows the adventures of Ae Soon (played by IU) and Gwan Sik (played by Park Bo Gum), depicting their journey throughout four seasons.