7-Year Difference in Debut but Successful as Actress and Singer, Here are Some Similarities between IU and Jang Nara

Kapanlagi.com - Currently, there are many K-pop idols, both group and solo, who play roles in dramas and succeed in portraying them very well. One of them is IU and also Jang Nara.

Both of them are Korean celebrities who have succeeded not only as singers but also as drama actresses. As it is known, both of them debuted as singers in the 2000s, with Jang Nara in 2001 and IU in 2008.

In addition to their success in the Korean entertainment industry, it turns out that IU and Jang Nara have several similarities in their career and personal lives. What are these similarities? Here are some similarities between IU and Jang Nara that amazed fans. Let's check it out.

1. Having a Unique Voice

IU, Jang Nara (credit: KSTARHK.com; credit: Lawon)

The first similarity is that IU and Jang Nara actually have unique voices, KLovers. They have a cute voice with their own power differences. And because of this uniqueness, they have become popular Korean singers.

Furthermore, their popularity has made them recognized by fans not only in South Korea but also internationally. Of course, both of them have made extraordinary efforts to succeed until this point.

2. Popular Songs

IU, Jang Nara (credit: Good Day; credit: Sweet Dream)

Before becoming popular until now, IU and Jang Nara actually have one hit song that is still popular, KLovers. IU has a song titled Good Day, which showcases her incredibly powerful vocals. It also has a high note at the end of the song that can give you goosebumps.

On the other hand, Jang Nara has a song titled Sweet Dream released in 2002. This song has a relaxed and sweet pop genre. Sweet Dream became so famous and helped Jang Nara's rise to fame. Even today, the songs of IU and Jang Nara are still known and loved by fans and the Korean public.

3. Small Bodies and Extraordinary Visuals

IU, Jang Nara (credit: instagram.com/dlwlrma; credit: instagram.com/nara0318)

In addition to having extraordinary singing talent, IU and Jang Nara also have similar body shapes. They both have small bodies and extraordinary visuals. IU has a height of 162 cm, and Jang Nara has a height of 160 cm.

In addition, they also have exceptionally beautiful visuals. Like IU, who is often seen as the ideal woman by K-Pop idols and famous Korean actors. Then there's Jang Nara, who is always praised for her beauty to this day. Even at the age of 39, many fans are envious and admire Jang Nara's facial beauty and skin.

It's understandable why IU and Jang Nara are so popular and are praised as two of the most beautiful actresses. It's not just fans who praise their beauty, but even fellow Korean celebrities greatly admire the beauty of IU and Jang Nara.

4. Not Recognized

IU, Jang Nara (credit: Isplus.joins.com; credit: Special)

Before becoming famous until now, IU and Jang Nara were also once not recognized by major agencies in South Korea. Like IU, who previously auditioned for many agencies and got rejected.

She was also deceived by one entertainment agency, which made her even more devastated. But luckily, IU was eventually accepted by Kakao M agency and still survives until now.

A slightly different story with IU, Jang Nara was accepted as one of the trainees of SM Entertainment. But unfortunately, SM Entertainment believed that Jang Nara's debut at that time would not be successful like other singers. And in fact, that assumption was wrong. Jang Nara can succeed until now as a singer and actress.

5. Second Dive into Acting

IU, Jang Nara (credit: twitter.com/CJnDrama)

And the last similarity is, besides singing, IU and Jang Nara both dived into the world of acting. It turns out that the acting skills of IU and Jang Nara are not ordinary, KLovers. They are very talented in the acting world and many people love their acting.

Although Jang Nara entered the acting world before IU, their acting skills are equally good. They can even attract the interest of viewers not only in Korea but also internationally.

Recently, IU was recognized by Korean drama producers and directors. She was praised for her increasingly improving acting skills and her ability to attract a wide audience.

Those are some similarities between IU and Jang Nara. Not only are they talented in singing, but they are also very talented in acting and have a captivating visual. This makes them successful women in South Korea because of their talents.

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