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| Liu Yuning’s Livestream Clip Becomes a Korean Viral Hit |
This month threw in a surprise for Chinese actor-singer Liu Yuning (刘宇宁) — and it had nothing to do with drama premieres or official promotions. Instead, a casual livestream moment of him belting out BIGBANG’s “IF YOU” — in slightly wobbly but heartfelt Korean — suddenly took over Korean social platform X (formerly Twitter).
The video, originally posted by an ordinary Korean user, captured Liu joking mid-song: “I’m singing a Korean song just for fun!”
The moment, light-hearted and unscripted, instantly clicked with audiences.
Within a few hours, it racked up over a million views and began trending across Korean feeds, cementing his name among local fans who might not even have known him before.
Why It Blew Up So Fast
There’s something magical about the clip — it’s real, funny, and unfiltered.
Liu Yuning didn’t try to sound perfect; he simply enjoyed the song, Korean accent and all.
His mix of imperfect pronunciation and confidence made him instantly likeable.
Korean netizens described it as “adorably genuine,” calling his voice “too good to ignore even in a playful setting.”
But the viral success wasn’t just a fluke.
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During that livestream, Liu Yuning performed snippets in Thai, English, and Minnan (Hokkien) — effortlessly shifting tones while joking with fans about everything from his height to random fan questions.
When asked about his income, he cleverly laughed it off, turning what could’ve been awkward into a laugh-out-loud moment.
That’s the essence of why it worked: he’s talented but relatable.
The Hidden Force Behind the Hype
Liu’s rising popularity in Korea didn’t appear out of nowhere.
His dramas — The Prisoner of Beauty and A Dream Within a Dream — had already gained traction among Korean audiences through streaming platforms.
His OST “Blazing Moon (烽月/Fengyue)” topped Melon for six straight weeks, making him one of the few Chinese singers to achieve that feat.
So, when Korean users stumbled across the livestream, they already had context — this wasn’t just a random guy singing a K-pop classic; this was Liu Yuning, the voice behind songs they’d been replaying for months.
The viral push came naturally, powered by fandom curiosity and algorithmic luck.
When Authenticity Meets Opportunity
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The aftermath of the viral moment was even more impressive.
Korean fans began subtitling the clip themselves, requesting an official bilingual version.
Liu Yuning’s response? A simple, cheeky “We’ll arrange the translation.”
His humour bridged the cultural gap even further.
Following the trend, a handful of Korean beauty brands reportedly reached out to his management for collaboration opportunities.
If confirmed, he could become the first Chinese artist in recent years to land Korean endorsements purely through organic viral exposure — no ads, no PR push, just charisma.
This case also became a talking point among digital analysts: the clip’s rise illustrated how authentic content can outperform algorithm-driven marketing, proving that social media still rewards genuine charm over strategy.
A Breakout Year Written by Hard Work
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2025 has already been a landmark year for Liu Yuning.
With four major dramas released — three surpassing 1-billion total views — and over 20 OST tracks topping charts, he’s also conquered the live stage.
Tickets for his four-city tour sold out within minutes, and his feature with People’s Daily reflected how far he’s come — from busking on Dandong streets to performing at Beijing’s Bird’s Nest Stadium.
That contrast — humble beginnings to superstar presence — only deepens the appeal.
When fans say “Liu Yuning is one of us,” they mean it.
This viral moment isn’t just about numbers; it’s a cross-cultural milestone.
It highlights how humour, honesty, and hard work resonate universally.
In a digital era full of curated perfection, Liu Yuning’s off-guard moment reminded people that authenticity is still king.
As one Korean commenter summed it up perfectly:
“He sang like he didn’t care about being perfect — and that’s exactly why we loved it.”
From Dandong to Seoul’s trending charts, Liu Yuning’s name is now proof that sincerity, backed by skill and a dash of humour, can truly travel across borders — no marketing needed.