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Not only is Verbal Jint a talented rapper, but also he is a skilled producer who revealed he would like to work with IU.

On June 4, during the “Melon TV—Hash tag” corner held through the music site Melon, Verbal Jint has an honest conversation regarding music.

“I would like to have the opportunity to produce IU in the future,” he says. “I would like to help her grow into a strong and steady singer and make great tracks with her.”

Meanwhile, Verbal Jint starred as a guest in the episode of SBS’s “Running Man” aired on June 21. Despite his image as a academic rapper with an impressive background, he was marked as the burden of the team.

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Earlier today, both actress Gong Hyo Jin and IU were confirmed to be starring in the KBS 2TV drama 'Producer,' penned by the same writer as 'You Who Came From the Stars.'

Gong Hyo Jin will play the role of a 10-year producer of a music program with an abrasive personality. IU will play a diva-like singer with a cold attitude. The two will play opposite male lead, Cha Tae Hyun who will be taking on the role of a veteran PD from the entertainment department of a broadcast station.

As mentioned before, actor Kim Soo Hyun is also in consideration for a role in this drama, so let's cross our fingers that he'll also be confirmed as well!

Watch out for 'Producer' in April.

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