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10m “Giant Grogu” Lands in Jamsil… “Star Wars Day 2026” Held Ahead of the Movie Release

10m “Giant Grogu” Lands in Jamsil… “Star Wars Day 2026” Held Ahead of the Movie Release

Ahead of the May 27 theatrical release of the film “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” a special hands-on experience space will be set up across the Jamsil area A 10m “Giant Grogu” sculpture will be installed at the Lotte World grass plaza, and a 5-day official fan club parade will be announced “Atop the Galaxy”—a themed experience space for the Star Wars series at Seoul Sky—will be open until June 28
The beloved “King” Grogu has arrived in Jamsil, Seoul.On May 1, “Star Wars Day 2026 IN Jamsil” kicked off at the Lotte World Tower area in Jamsil, Seoul. With a special experience space prepared for the movie 〈The Mandalorian and Grogu〉, set for release on the 27th, the event drew plenty of...
[Photo&] Ahn Sung-ki’s Son Wears His Father’s Tuxedo and Accepts in His Place — Jeonju International Film Festival Opening Ceremony现场

[Photo&] Ahn Sung-ki’s Son Wears His Father’s Tuxedo and Accepts in His Place — Jeonju International Film Festival Opening Ceremony现场

Opening ceremony on the 29th… With the late Ahn Sung-ki remembered, the festival of 237 films from 54 countries worldwide kicks off under a Special Commendation Award
The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Opens, a Heavy Prelude in Tribute to the Late Ahn Sung-kiWith the slogan 'We Never Cross the Line', the 27th 'Jeonju International Film Festival' opened in grand style.
Global Hit: Nongshim Brings “Shin Ramyun as a Movie” to Jeonju International Film Festival for Its 40th Anniversary

Global Hit: Nongshim Brings “Shin Ramyun as a Movie” to Jeonju International Film Festival for Its 40th Anniversary

To mark the 40th anniversary of Shin Ramyun’s launch, two short films directed by Oh Seyeon and Kim Taeyeop will be screened… Jeonju Film Street pop-up store operations
Nongshim at the 27th Jeonju International Film Festival announced on the 22nd that it will present a short film to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the launch of the national representative ramen brand “Shin Ramyun.
9.3 Million Viewers Captivated by ‘Salmokji’…A Night-Time Influx of Visitors to the Yesan Reservoir Filming-Location

9.3 Million Viewers Captivated by ‘Salmokji’…A Night-Time Influx of Visitors to the Yesan Reservoir Filming-Location

Horror film ‘Salmokji’ becomes a box-office hit, triggering a sharp surge in late-night visitors to the Yesan Reservoir—the real filming location in South Chungcheong (Yesan County). Local authorities have moved to implement emergency safety measures, including vehicle traffic control, and more.
Salmokji Breaks 9.3 Million in Just 8 Days—A ‘Real-Life’ SensationThe horror film ‘Salmokji’ is drawing overwhelming attention, breaking through 930,000 cumulative viewers within just eight days of release. With a steady stream of visitors flooding day and night at ‘Salmokji Reservoir’, located in...
[Hot Issue] “Jazz Festival 2026 Seoul Jazz Festa” at Yeouido Hangang Park—A Jazz Festival for Everyone

[Hot Issue] “Jazz Festival 2026 Seoul Jazz Festa” at Yeouido Hangang Park—A Jazz Festival for Everyone

Top-tier artists including Woong San and Park Juwon all take the stage A city-center jazz festival in the heart of Seoul’s Yeouido Han River Park—enjoy it for free on May 2
Seoul’s biggest free jazz festival will light up the night of May—“2026 Seoul Jazz Festa” hits Yeouido.A lineup of top domestic and international artists... Showcasing the true essence of “K-Jazz”With the warm spirit of spring fully in bloom in May, “Yeouido Hangang Park” is swept over by an...
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Hana Card: "Foreigners came to see BTS and spent 55.5 billion won"... a sharp 807% spike in sales at nearby retail districts

Average spending per person: 1.85 million won... Card payments at local businesses around the venue—like convenience stores and cafes—rose as much as 12 times, highlighting K-pop’s economic impact
'BTS ripple effects' 55. 5 billion won, the industrial value of 'K-pop' that shook GoyangThe performance by the group 'BTS' at Goyang Sports Complex Stadium proved that, beyond a simple cultural event, it delivered a massive 'economic ripple effect'.
[Photo] A Universe at the 121st Floor: Seoul Sky Opens Special

[Photo] A Universe at the 121st Floor: Seoul Sky Opens Special "Star Wars" Exhibition

Lotte World Tower’s Seoul Sky teams up with Disney Korea to create a large-scale immersive space based on the Star Wars universe—featuring Darth Vader, the Mandalorian, and Grogu.
A Universe You Can Experience at the Highest Point in Seoul—"Star Wars" Special Exhibition OpensThe Star Wars universe comes to life at South Korea’s tallest height. On the 13th, Lotte World Tower’s Seoul Sky, in partnership with The Walt Disney Company Korea, officially opened "Star Wars: Above...
[Photo &] BTS World Tour “ARIRANG” Opens in Goyang, “Concert Scene”…40,000 ARMYs Push Through Wind and Rain

[Photo &] BTS World Tour “ARIRANG” Opens in Goyang, “Concert Scene”…40,000 ARMYs Push Through Wind and Rain

Brought to Goyang Sports Complex for its debut Despite the rough weather, fans from around the world gathered, and lively activity continued throughout the surrounding business district under strict safety management.
[Photo] ‘BTS’ enthralls the world with the grand opening of the ‘ARIRANG’ tourGlobal pop icons ‘BTS’ kicked off the first chapter of their new world tour ‘ARIRANG’ at ‘Goyang Sports Complex’ in Gyeonggi-do. With commanding stage presence and flawless performances, the group quickly captured the...
After BTS’s Gwanghwamun Performance, Gyeongbokgung Welcomes 50,000 Visitors…A K-Traditional Culture Windfall

After BTS’s Gwanghwamun Performance, Gyeongbokgung Welcomes 50,000 Visitors…A K-Traditional Culture Windfall

After BTS’s Gwanghwamun performance, visitor numbers more than doubled… The Cultural Heritage Administration pushes to make palaces and royal tombs globally iconic destinations
BTS to Set Gwanghwamun Ablaze… A “BTS Special” ExplosionThe comeback concert by the group “BTS”, which lit up the Gwanghwamun area in Seoul, sparked a surge of interest in K-traditional culture. Immediately after the show, visitors to Gyeongbokgung Palace jumped to more than double the usual...
[Photo&] Samcheok Haerang Film Festival Opens in September…‘Picnic Cinema’ Set Against the Sea

[Photo&] Samcheok Haerang Film Festival Opens in September…‘Picnic Cinema’ Set Against the Sea

Held for two days starting September 4 in the Samcheok area. Newly established categories include a short film competition and a newly added AI film division, alongside a citizen-participation festival
‘3rd Samcheok Haerang Film Festival’, Opens on September 4…‘Blue Sea Myths and History’ Turns the Beach Into a Living ThemeFrom September 4 to 5, for two days, ‘2026 3rd Samcheok Haerang Film Festival’—a leading maritime cultural festival of the Republic of Korea—will kick off in a big way at major...