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A Voice of Solidarity That Broke Through Prejudice: Shin Sugok of ‘Horoomon’

A Voice of Solidarity That Broke Through Prejudice: Shin Sugok of ‘Horoomon’

In November 2026, moviegoers will have a chance to encounter a remarkable figure on the big screen. That opportunity comes with 〈Horoomon〉, which reached Korean audiences at the 26th JEONJU International Film Festival in 2025.
| Seongchan Eol
From Coin Exchange to a Global Profit of 1 Trillion Won… Shinhan Financial Unveils 44-Year Documentary

From Coin Exchange to a Global Profit of 1 Trillion Won… Shinhan Financial Unveils 44-Year Documentary

Starting with three branches and reaching a global profit of 1 trillion won, Shinhan Financial’s 44-year growth story: a three-part documentary series from SamproTV is released
The banner of Financial Patriotism for a Flourishing Nation—Tracing 44 Years of Tracks “I will take part directly in modernizing the homeland.” Forty-four years ago, the weighty declaration thrown by the late Lee Hee-geon, the founder of Shinhan Bank, became the huge root of Shinhan Financial...
| James choi
'LIGHTSUM' Returns to the Stage After Two Years… Korean Version of Japanese Debut Song ‘Doshite’ to Be Released on the 22nd

'LIGHTSUM' Returns to the Stage After Two Years… Korean Version of Japanese Debut Song ‘Doshite’ to Be Released on the 22nd

Solo showcase set for Dec. 28 in Tokyo; group to appear on music show on release day
A new leap aimed at global fans: a beloved song reborn in Korean Six-member girl group LIGHTSUM (Sangah, Chowon, Nayoung, Hina, Juhyeon and Yujeong), known for their solid skills and diverse charms, will release “Eotteokhae” on the 22nd, the Korean-language version of their Japanese debut song...
| James choi
How Did They End Up With Two Names? Series Known by Different Titles at Home and Abroad

How Did They End Up With Two Names? Series Known by Different Titles at Home and Abroad

Names matter, and titles are just as important in popular entertainment. A title has to be instantly recognizable, memorable and true to the work if it is going to stick with audiences. Yet some series have ended up with two names.
| Seongchan Eol
Jeju 4·3 Film Festival draws record 526 entries, unveils 10 finalists

Jeju 4·3 Film Festival draws record 526 entries, unveils 10 finalists

Entries surged 54.3% from last year; films will screen Nov. 22-28 at the fourth festival, exploring the values of 4·3, including forced mobilization and diaspora.
A record number of films have been submitted to the short-film competition at the fourth Jeju 4·3 Film Festival, which transforms the painful memories of Jeju 4·3 into values of peace and human rights. After a rigorous preliminary screening, 10 films advancing to the final competition have been...
| James choi
'Street Fighter' star Andrew Koji says he drew on Kyokushin karate founder Choi Bae-dal to shape Ryu

'Street Fighter' star Andrew Koji says he drew on Kyokushin karate founder Choi Bae-dal to shape Ryu

Andrew Koji, who plays Ryu, shares behind-the-scenes details about the new film adaptation of the hit fighting game of the same name Deeply inspired by the life of legendary martial artist Choi Bae-dal, known as Fighter in the Wind, who constantly tested his limits as a wanderer The film teases a life-or-death battle royale between destined rivals Ryu and Ken and hits theaters Oct. 14 with a diverse cast
〈Street Fighter〉 has revealed behind-the-scenes details about its characters. The film 〈Street Fighter〉 released behind-the-scenes details about Ryu, as revealed by actor Andrew Koji, on Sept. 28. Based on the fighting game of the same name, 〈Street Fighter〉 follows destined rivals Ryu and Ken...
| Seongchan Eol
Actor HaYoung Faces Backlash Over Accusations Involving His Great-Grandfather’s Pro-Japanese Past, but Calls It ‘Baseless’

Actor HaYoung Faces Backlash Over Accusations Involving His Great-Grandfather’s Pro-Japanese Past, but Calls It ‘Baseless’

After mentioning a “first Japan medical license for Koreans” on a variety show, she sparks controversy; verification finds her great-grandfather is not listed in the pro-Japanese collaborators person registry
Truth Behind the \u201cPro-Japanese\u201d Frame\u2014A Fourth-Generation Doctor Family That Responds With Facts Harsh \u201cpro-Japanese\u201d allegations leveled at actor HaYoung (real name Ahn HaYoung, 33) have finally fizzled out as a farce.
| James choi
“His best twist is his death” Keigo Higashino dies… tributes pour in, including Ryu Seung-ryong over his connection to “The Name-ya General Store”

“His best twist is his death” Keigo Higashino dies… tributes pour in, including Ryu Seung-ryong over his connection to “The Name-ya General Store”

About 760 people leave condolences on a tribute page at local bookstores… next month’s new book “Transparent Spiral” tops the bestseller list
‘Keigo Higashino’ dies of colorectal cancer… “The final twist” that moved 760 people His previously unpublished final work “Eternal Memory” is set to be released next month, after taking over No. 1 on Aladdin’s bestseller list The master of Japanese mystery literature, Keigo Higashino, died on the...
| James choi
From Part 2 to the Oscars Stage: The Fun, Quip-Filled Back-and-Forth from the Stars of ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’

From Part 2 to the Oscars Stage: The Fun, Quip-Filled Back-and-Forth from the Stars of ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’

Like a film that revived the long-neglected narrative of “K-pop” and “K-culture”—lifting them back up to a global, top-tier standard—the stars of the animated feature 〈K-Pop Demon Hunters〉 faced reporters. 〈K-Pop Demon Hunters〉 is an animation about Lumi, Joy, and Mira from the K-pop group...
| Seongchan Eol
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[New Book Introduction] "BTS and Squid Game Are Not Coincidences"… Testimonies of 12 People Who Designed the Hallyu Myth

New Book 'The Invisible Hand That Created Hallyu'… On-site Experts Reveal the Hidden Strategies and Behind-the-Scenes of K-Content Success
Behind the glamorous stage of K-content that has swept the world, there was a fierce struggle of invisible supporters. The new book 《The Invisible Hand That Created Hallyu》 reconstructs the history of Hallyu from the perspective of planners and practitioners who designed and supported the success,...
| James choi