IU’s remake has gone viral—triggering a shocking reveal from original composer Kim Tae-won of Boohwal, who said, "Thanks to IU, 100 million won in royalties was deposited."
The news came from a video uploaded on March 22, 2026, to KBS Enter’s official YouTube channel featuring the program 'Boss in the Mirror'.
In the video, Kim Tae-won appears as the boss, giving viewers a look into Boohwal’s daily life and sharing compelling stories. He especially drew attention by revealing the backstory behind the song 'Never Ending Story'.
IU’s remake of 'Never Ending Story' earned sweeping praise from both the public and critics—and it delivered a massive royalty windfall to the original creator. Fans reacted, saying, "The lyrics were really good."
Celebrating their 40th debut anniversary, Boohwal is planning a range of commemorative activities, raising expectations for a new chapter. Kim Tae-won said, "We will continue to prioritize communicating with fans." More details can be found in the video.