IU and Anton's reunion became the talk of the town when RIIZE attended the former's "H.E.R." concert in Seoul.
Here's what happened.
RIIZE Anton & IU Have Heartwarming Reunion, Stans Gush Over Artists' Decade-Old Photo
Earlier on March 3, IU held the second day of her "H.E.R." world tour in Seoul, where RIIZE appeared as a special guest. While fans were more than ecstatic to see the group's performances, many were also looking forward to their interaction with the "Shopper" singer.
Fans specifically set their eyes on member Anton, who has had a history with the soloist. According to Anton's reveal on the show, the idol recounted how she met IU 14 years ago, and expressed how much of an honor to perform on her show.
anton: when i first met iu noona she gave me banana milk i was young & shy so i pretended i didnโt know & put on my earphones ๐ that was 14 years ago & to guest at her concert with riize now is fascinating & itโs truly an honor to meet as senior-junior pic.twitter.com/Wb7e4MtPMj
After RIIZE performance ended, IU mentioned Anton. IU said she sometimes saw Anton when he was still a kid because he is Yoonsangโs son. After anton debuted, this was the 1st time IU sees him again, and she feels weird because Anton has grown up so well ๐ฅบ pic.twitter.com/ajysor0WuH
Korean media also revealed that Anton was acquainted with IU through his father, Yoon Sang, a well-known singer-songwriter who produced the soloist's tracks during her early days.
Afterwards, RIIZE and IU wrapped up the day by uploading several photos of them interacting backstage, alongside energetic dance challenge videos. However, most of the attention was drawn to Anton's solo photo with IU, which was accompanied by a decade-old throwback.
On March 4, netizens gathered in an online thread to express how wholesome IU and Anton's reunion was. The author of the post conveyed how amazing it was to see Anton all grown up, enough to point of matching IU with his height.
"He's all grown up and has his hand on his noona's shoulder now, wow," OP shared.
In the comments section, netizens were in tears over Anton and IU's glow-up, while others were mesmerized by IU's eternal visuals. Read their comments below:
"He wasn't just young when they met, he was even in kindergarten. Seriously, this must've been pretty overwhelming for both of them."
"No, but the baby became a man, f**k."
"The taste of growing up."
"How is IU looking the same? She really has a baby face."
"Wow, but IU hasn't aged. Freaking fascinating."
"How did IU stay the same?"
International K-pop fans then wondered how IU must've felt during her reunion with Anton. Others simply admired IU's beauty and looked forward to more of her interaction with the "Get A Guitar" singer.
"I wonder how IU felt, it must be surreal."
"I hope to see more of them in the future. They have a cute relationship."
"IU is drinking from the fountain of youth."
"IU never beating the vampire allegations."
"There honestly needs to be a study on how IU hasn't aged. It's so cute how they reunited at her tour and shared stories about each other as well."
What was your reaction to Anton and IU's reunion? Did their photos warm your heart too? Let us know in the comments below!
