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BTS Busan Concert Draws 110,000 Visitors…Souvenir Sales Surge 136%, Tourism Ripple Effect a Huge Hit

BTS Busan Concert Draws 110,000 Visitors…Souvenir Sales Surge 136%, Tourism Ripple Effect a Huge Hit

The BTS Busan concerts that drew 110,000 people over two days generated massive economic ripple effects, including a 136% jump in local business sales, and wrapped up successfully.
The cultural landscape sometimes triggers a massive tectonic shift along the trajectory of a single artist. Beyond a mere large-scale concert, an astonishing social phenomenon was witnessed in Busan: the entire city—like a vast living organism—transforms into a single artistic text.
18-Year-Old Muan County Council Candidate Oh Shin-haeng Makes Instant Debut as Japan Idol 'KO1KEYZ'

18-Year-Old Muan County Council Candidate Oh Shin-haeng Makes Instant Debut as Japan Idol 'KO1KEYZ'

Oh Shin-haeng, who ran in local elections four years ago at age 18, debuts with KO1KEYZ after finishing fourth in a Japanese audition
From establishment politics to the front line of pop culture: a young man’s audacious pathSelf-fulfillment for today’s youth no longer follows a single, straight track. A 10-year-old youth who once threw himself into 'establishment politics' with dreams of transforming the local community has now...
K-pop ‘The Small-Agency Miracle’ Is Taking Shape… Ministry Confirms Annual Support of 300 Million Won for 10 Teams, Including Récenner

K-pop ‘The Small-Agency Miracle’ Is Taking Shape… Ministry Confirms Annual Support of 300 Million Won for 10 Teams, Including Récenner

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and KOCCA launch a new ‘Global Leap Support’ program—providing up to 3 years of autonomous backing such as overseas marketing.
The cultural power race of the 21st century is no longer the exclusive domain of giant capital. The ‘K-pop’ phenomenon that mega agencies have led has now reached a structural paradigm shift. The government’s newly launched ‘Global Leap Support for Small Agencies’ is not just a financial handout—it...
Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Co-hosted by Cineplay and the Korean Film Archive, the inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards carry a total prize pool of 20 million won. The five-member jury is chaired by Min Kyu-dong and also includes Korean Film Archive Director Mo Eun-young; Han Jung-soo, director and CEO of Yeondu Company; Kim Won-jin, director of MCA AI Creative Studio's Creative Headquarters; and actor Lee Yeon. The Archive has pledged archiving support for winners, and organizers say the awards aim to discover new creators and help the short-drama industry take a step forward.
The inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards, which carry a total prize pool of 20 million won, have named a five-member jury. Cineplay (CEO Choi Tae-hyung) and the Korean Film Archive (Director Mo Eun-young) are co-hosting the first Korea Short Drama Awards.
Lim Young-woong’s Birthday Shines With the “Hero Generation”…Sends a 1.3-Ton Rice Donation to Anyang

Lim Young-woong’s Birthday Shines With the “Hero Generation”…Sends a 1.3-Ton Rice Donation to Anyang

Fan club “Hero Generation” keeps good momentum by donating 1.3 tons of rice for seniors with low incomes
In modern society, “fandom” is no longer confined to being a passive consumer of popular culture. These groups have evolved into active agents who, beyond blind devotion to an artist, turn their solidarity into social value.
“It’s a place where we all confirm each other’s existence!” Masterclass, performances, forums, exhibitions, and more wrap up the 12th Pride Expo 2026

“It’s a place where we all confirm each other’s existence!” Masterclass, performances, forums, exhibitions, and more wrap up the 12th Pride Expo 2026

Held for two days from Saturday, May 30 to Sunday, May 31 at Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), the event drew more than 2,500 visitors and closed out successfully.
Based on six values—Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, Pride, Love, and Solidarity—the country’s largest LGBTQ culture and arts fair, the “12th Seoul Pride Expo 2026,” wrapped up successfully at Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza over the two days from Saturday, May 30 to Sunday, May 31.
Korean Folk Music in the Spotlight Inside K-pop in Argentina—Special Exhibition Featuring BTS, Stray Kids, and K-pop Demon Hunters

Korean Folk Music in the Spotlight Inside K-pop in Argentina—Special Exhibition Featuring BTS, Stray Kids, and K-pop Demon Hunters

Joo Argentina Korean Cultural Center holds a special exhibition ‘Good, God, Kkun’ through Aug. 5 in Buenos Aires, shining a light on the elements of Korean folk music that have seeped into K-pop content
A Joseon groove that shook the other side of the globe in South America… ‘K-pop’, dressed in traditional attireIn the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina, in South America, the deep resonance of ‘Korean traditional music’ has arrived.
Hong Seok-cheon, Yoo Jeong-su, Park Chang-jin and Other Figures Take the Stage as ‘6th Pride Gala’ Wraps Up!

Hong Seok-cheon, Yoo Jeong-su, Park Chang-jin and Other Figures Take the Stage as ‘6th Pride Gala’ Wraps Up!

An event held to mark ‘IDAHO (International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia),’ the day against international anti-LGBTQ hate.
The 6th Pride Gala, hosted by the nonprofit Singnaneun Center (Chairman Kim Jo-gwang-soo), was held with great success on May 22 at the Grand Ballroom of the FKI Hall in Yeouido, Seoul. At this event, held in commemoration of ‘IDAHO (International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia),’...
From Classics to Movie Scores… World-Class “12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic” Coming to Korea in July

From Classics to Movie Scores… World-Class “12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic” Coming to Korea in July

The world’s top cello ensemble with a 54-year history visits Korea in July. From traditional classical to chanson, jazz, and movie music, these 12 cellos deliver flawless harmony as they move across genres.
A world-class cello ensemble returns to Korean audiences, carrying the romance of a midsummer night. 'The 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic(The 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic)' , celebrating its 54th anniversary, will return to the Korean stage again in July, following last year.
’90 Day Fiancé’ star Jenny Slatten opens up about battling ALS… “We’ll overcome it together”

’90 Day Fiancé’ star Jenny Slatten opens up about battling ALS… “We’ll overcome it together”

A couple with an age gap that moved fans around the world… first-ever disclosure of a hidden terminal illness Since 2024, she’s had swallowing difficulties and slurred speech… and more than 10 years ago, her biological father also died from ALS Husband Sumit Singh says, “My happiness in life is my wife”… shares her latest update through a new season premiering on June 1
Jenny Slatten (Jenny Slatten · 68), who captured the hearts of viewers worldwide through the popular U. S. reality program ’90 Day Fiancé,’ has come forward to share that she was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease), drawing sympathy and concern.