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A Win in 10 Days Shatters Records, Surpassing 3 Million Tickets and Changing the Paradigm for Korea’s Zombie Genre With “Gun-chae”

A Win in 10 Days Shatters Records, Surpassing 3 Million Tickets and Changing the Paradigm for Korea’s Zombie Genre With “Gun-chae”

Yeon Sang-ho’s latest film, “Gun-chae,” hits the break-even point at the fastest pace of the year, underscoring the box-office power of a Cannes Film Festival invitee.
A Win in 10 Days Signals an Overwhelming Hit for “Gun-chae,” the Film That Changes the Paradigm for Korea’s Zombie GenreThe hit formula for Korea’s zombie blockbuster has been rewritten. Director Yeon Sang-ho’s new film “Gun-chae” surged to an early break-even moment by drawing more than 3.
Takuya Kimura confirms first Korea concert after debut—set for September at Incheon Inspire Arena

Takuya Kimura confirms first Korea concert after debut—set for September at Incheon Inspire Arena

After switching to a new label, he releases his first studio album of the summer, “Checkpoint,” and kicks off an Asia tour He is set to meet Korean fans for the first time at Incheon Inspire Arena on Sept. 26—his first overseas live show as a solo act “Looking forward to connecting with international audiences”—returning to an overseas stage for the first time in about 15 years since his SMAP Beijing performance
Japanese singer and actor Takuya Kimura will hold his first Korea concert after his debut.New album release and first solo Asia tour According to Japanese local media and his agency on the 29th, Takuya Kimura will release his first studio album of the summer, ‘Checkpoint‘, and set out on an...
[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

※ The interview with 〈Gunche〉 director Yeon Sang-ho continues from Part 1. It's been 10 years since 〈Train to Busan〉. Did returning to zombies come with any pressure. "I didn't come in thinking, 'I have to do something new.
[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Colony〉: ‘I Drew Inspiration From the Extreme Game Mechanics of Escape Rooms and the Operating Principles of AI’

[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Colony〉: ‘I Drew Inspiration From the Extreme Game Mechanics of Escape Rooms and the Operating Principles of AI’

Yeon Sang-ho has done it again. Released on May 22, 〈Colony〉 passed 2 million viewers in its opening week. The overseas response has been as strong as the domestic reaction: advance international sales have already generated significant revenue, and in Malaysia the film ranked third among all...
[Photo &] Eom Taegoo, an introvert, teams up with Kang Dong-won to form an idol group… JYP rap boot camp for “Wild Thing” — on-set interview

[Photo &] Eom Taegoo, an introvert, teams up with Kang Dong-won to form an idol group… JYP rap boot camp for “Wild Thing” — on-set interview

In “Wild Thing,” Kang Dong-won and Park Ji-hyun transform into a 2000s mixed-gender group. Eom Taegoo’s bold acting transformation begins as he flips even his introverted personality with a challenge in comedy.
Rebellion of the introvert, ripping through the screen to break out of 'Wild Thing'Eom Taegoo recalled, "I saw Senior Kang Dong-won at the practice room, his whole body drenched in sweat, and it looked like a rookie actor shooting his first film, throwing himself into it with passion and working...
Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

An unscripted, fact-based story-inspired blockbuster that follows the journey of North Korean defector ‘Hye-seon,’ determined to move forward even in unfamiliar circumstances.
A first-look set of two posters has been released, drawing attention after 〈Hana Korea〉—a joint production of South Korea and Denmark based on a true story and starring Kim Min-ha, Kim Ju-ryeong and Ahn Seo-hyun—confirmed its release on July 8, showcasing stark color contrasts and the dazzling...
Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Aiming for a fourth straight blockbuster success. A high-stakes showdown is set between Team Leader Ma Seok-do and the worst villain, Lee Kang-tae.
A monster detective in evolution and the birth of a new evil, “The Roundup 5” begins filmingThe absolute ruler of South Korea’s action blockbuster scene, “The Roundup” opened the door to its fifth chapter. Distributor ABO Entertainment officially announced on the 24th that “The Roundup 5” has...
200-plus Countries Pre-Sales “Hope” Behind-the-Scenes Stills Unveiled From Cannes

200-plus Countries Pre-Sales “Hope” Behind-the-Scenes Stills Unveiled From Cannes

In the competition section at the Cannes Film Festival, 〈​Hope​〉—a Korean film making its first foray in four years—will meet audiences in theaters this summer.
The behind-the-scenes stills unveiled this time capture the special ensemble of the stars of 〈​Hope​〉—Director Na Hong-jin, along with Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Russell—who took part in the Cannes Film Festival.
Interview: Jun Ji-hyun on 〈Colony〉 — ‘I looked good in my previous project, too … there really was no special makeup treatment’

Interview: Jun Ji-hyun on 〈Colony〉 — ‘I looked good in my previous project, too … there really was no special makeup treatment’

※ The interview with Jun Ji-hyun about 〈Colony〉 Part 1 continues here. Also note that the following contains spoilers for the film 〈Colony〉. Many people said she still looked great even in a blood-soaked raincoat. I’m just grateful people saw it that way.
Jeon Ji-hyun on 〈Colony〉: Fun Set, On-Time Days and Yeon Sang-ho’s Clear Worldbuilding

Jeon Ji-hyun on 〈Colony〉: Fun Set, On-Time Days and Yeon Sang-ho’s Clear Worldbuilding

Returning after 11 years, she is, as director Yeon Sang-ho put it, “a film actor. ” Actress Jeon Ji-hyun appears as Kwon Se-jung in 〈Colony〉, which opened on May 22, marking her first appearance before audiences since 〈Assassination〉 (2015).