Singer IU, who's currently playing the role of 'Pil Sook' in KBS's "Dream High," has been earning much curiosity from viewers on how her diet will be affecting her love line with her 'Milky Couple' partner, 2PM's Wooyoung. Ever since her appearance in the first episode, 'Pil Sook' was known for her chubby body.� Producers kept the anticipation for her eventual transformation high, leading viewers to begin wondering when exactly the change will take place.� 'Pil Sook' is currently the best loved character of the show, with many finding her innocent school girl crush on 'Jason' endearing. With the help of Teacher Maeng, 'Pil Sook' finally takes the first step towards her diet and sets a goal of losing 30 kg within a 200 day time period. Her diet was shot in exactly one day, as a representative on set revealed, "IU showed off impressive jump roping skills and gave a victory sign towards the camera even after the recording was over.� Her bright image gave us further anticipation towards Pil Sook's transformation." The transformation will be unveiled in the drama's eighth episode scheduled for January 31st.

Meanwhile, on January 27th, IU was interviewed by reporters of SBS's "One Night In TV Entertainment" and revealed herself to be an avid fan of "Hometown at Six," a KBS program that aims to bring back busy city dwellers to their hometowns, as well as introduce new culture and re-awaken the importance of enjoying life. She stated, "My grandmother loves 'Hometown at Six,' so I watch it as well."

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