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A Mysterious ‘Code’ App That Grants Wishes: Nam Joo-hyuk, Lee Yi-dam, Kim Eui-sung and Park Hoon to Be Released on Disney+ in 2027

A Mysterious ‘Code’ App That Grants Wishes: Nam Joo-hyuk, Lee Yi-dam, Kim Eui-sung and Park Hoon to Be Released on Disney+ in 2027

〈Weak Hero Class 1 and 2〉 director Yoo Soo-min, widely regarded as one of the most talked-about creators, returns with the Disney+ original series 〈Code〉.
Yoo Soo-min, the director who has been singled out as one of the most watched creators after 〈Weak Hero Class 1 and 2〉 sparked explosive worldwide reactions, is set to return with Disney+ original series 〈Code〉.
Lee Jun-ho Gets the “Dragon” Role This Time… He Breathes Life Into Hong Hwayeon in New Work “Korean Embassy in Korea”

Lee Jun-ho Gets the “Dragon” Role This Time… He Breathes Life Into Hong Hwayeon in New Work “Korean Embassy in Korea”

tvN lineup; writer Ha Eun-eun drafts the script for “Gaecha” Shin Ha-eun… an embassy setting that manages non-human beings
Lee Jun-ho Named to Lead “Korean Embassy in Korea”… Diplomacy That Blurs the Line Between Human and Non-HumanActor Lee Jun-ho returns to the living-room screen this time after transforming into a “Dragon (龍)”. On the 23rd, tvN officially announced that it has confirmed Lee Jun-ho and the rookie...
'Cool Japan' from K-pop boom ends in cumulative deficit of 490 billion yen—Japan set for consolidation

'Cool Japan' from K-pop boom ends in cumulative deficit of 490 billion yen—Japan set for consolidation

Investment can be recouped at only 60%... The Japanese government admits the lack of a command tower was a misstep and holds countermeasure talks
"Cool Japan" loses 54 billion yen... the bleak reality behind benchmarking Korea’s Hallyu60.0% humiliation at the investment-recovery rate, rebuilding meeting set for end of this monthAn agency launched with big ambitions by Japan, designed to benchmark South Korea’s "Hallyu" and called "Cool Japan...
‘Hope’ Finally Meets Moviegoers. Here’s How Cineplay’s Critics Rated It

‘Hope’ Finally Meets Moviegoers. Here’s How Cineplay’s Critics Rated It

Advance bookings alone topped 600,000. That opening-day figure shows that 〈Hope〉 has become a national talking point, not just a movie-industry event. 〈Hope〉 is the new film from director Na Hong-jin, known for the tense, audacious intensity of 〈The Chaser〉, 〈The Yellow Sea〉 and 〈The Wailing〉.
Ultra-Scaled K-pop Group Identity Releases New Album Itsnotover

Ultra-Scaled K-pop Group Identity Releases New Album Itsnotover

With 20 of 24 members taking the stage, the group promises a once-in-a-generation performance; the title track “Kids Return” expands its coming-of-age story.
Identity makes its grand return— a turning point in youth shaped by 20 boys“Identity,” which is redefining the paradigm for ultra-scale K-pop, has finally pulled back the curtain. On the 13th, the group hit the ground running with the release of its new album “itsnotover” and threw down a heavy...
'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

With BTS holding on to the No. 1 spot for the first half of the year, HanRoro and virtual girl group Huntrix each take the No. 1 position on the music charts and global charts.
A prelude to a shake-up: the indie revolt sparked by 'Reverse-Charting Myth'In the first half of 2024, South Korea’s popular music industry faced a sweeping shift in its landscape. Amid the unshakable fortress-like hold of artists affiliated with major agencies, a sharp gust from up-and-coming...
‘Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub’ Chuseok is for Tazza! Confirmed for September Release, Teaser Poster & Rival Trailer Unveiled

‘Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub’ Chuseok is for Tazza! Confirmed for September Release, Teaser Poster & Rival Trailer Unveiled

Jang Tae-young (Byeon Yo-han), who thought he had it all, and Park Tae-young (No Jae-won), his best friend with the same name who took everything from him, reunite on the global gambling circuit for a fresh round of revenge.
The final installment of the Tazza series, 〈Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub〉, is a crime film in which Jang Tae-young (Byeon Yo-han)—who thought he had conquered the world through an online casino business—and Park Tae-young (No Jae-won), a best friend with the same name who stole everything from him,...
'Second Year of Marriage' Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in Welcome Their Second Son—Parents of One Son and One Daughter

'Second Year of Marriage' Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in Welcome Their Second Son—Parents of One Son and One Daughter

Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in, who married in 2023, welcomed their second son in the arms of their family on the 7th. After their first daughter, they now have one son and one daughter, forming a blessed household
Top-star couple complete ‘one son and one daughter,’ start a new chapter facing the worldA top-star couple representing South Korea’s entertainment scene is drawing heightened attention as they stack up back-to-back blessings.
Tiffany Haddish Steps In as Daily MC on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”… Trump’s Independence Day Party and a Dig at Taylor Swift’s Wedding?

Tiffany Haddish Steps In as Daily MC on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”… Trump’s Independence Day Party and a Dig at Taylor Swift’s Wedding?

With Jimmy Kimmel off for summer vacation, she hosts live for six days “More guests came to my Bat Mitzvah”… Ridicules the scale of Trump’s “250th anniversary of the United States” party Takes aim at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s “mega wedding” after being left out… “They went to every celebrity on Earth—except me,” sparking a burst of laughter
Hollywood comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish (Tiffany Haddish·46) stepped in as the daily host of ABC’s flagship talk show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, kicking off the network’s coverage of the country’s 250th anniversary Independence Day events by giving President Donald Trump and pop star Taylor...
‘AI Performer’ Takes the Lead Role… Controversial AI Tilly Norwood Makes World’s First Feature-Length Debut With ‘Misaligned’

‘AI Performer’ Takes the Lead Role… Controversial AI Tilly Norwood Makes World’s First Feature-Length Debut With ‘Misaligned’

A leading casting for the first feature film of a virtual performer AI media studio Particle 6 starts production with a hybrid production model “Taking human actors’ jobs” follows last year’s reports of Hollywood agency contract talks—and more backlash is expected
Amid fierce opposition from Hollywood performers’ union (SAG-AFTRA) and creators, the world’s first AI actor at the center of the controversy, Tilly Norwood , is finally cast as the solo lead in a feature film—signaling what could be the most unconventional screen debut in Hollywood history.