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Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema, Directed by Former BIFF Executive Chairman Kim Dong-ho, Releases on February 19

Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema, Directed by Former BIFF Executive Chairman Kim Dong-ho, Releases on February 19

First feature documentary featuring interviews with master directors like Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook, and Hirokazu Kore-eda... Exclusive screening at Megabox
The first feature documentary directed by former BIFF Executive Chairman Kim Dong-ho is coming to theaters. According to Plus M Entertainment, Kim's first feature directorial work 〈Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema〉 will be released exclusively at Megabox on February 19.

"Mexican Role, I Can't Do It"... Odessa A'zion Steps Down from A24 Film 'Deep Cuts' After Controversy

"Casting Praise Turns to Backlash in Just One Day... Odessa A'zion Voluntarily Returns Role" Criticism of Non-Latin Actor Playing 'Gutierrez' as "Taking Opportunities Away" A'zion's Side Says "Lacked Understanding of Historical Context, Apologizes"... A24 Begins Recasting
Just one day after an interview that was praised for her acting transformation was released, Hollywood rising star Odessa A'zion found herself embroiled in a 'whitewashing' controversy and stepped down from her role.
'Monster Rookie' TWS Ranks First in 2026 K-Brand Index Rookie Idol... ILLIT and Cortis Follow

'Monster Rookie' TWS Ranks First in 2026 K-Brand Index Rookie Idol... ILLIT and Cortis Follow

Announced by the Asia Brand Research Institute... Results from analyzing 380 million big data entries
The group 'TWS' has been selected as the top rookie idol to lead the K-pop scene in 2026. On the 29th, the Asia Brand Research Institute, a big data evaluation agency, announced that 'TWS' ranked first in the 'K-Brand Index' 2026 rookie idol category.
Chef Ahn Seong-jae, Following 'Gim' from the U.S. to Wando... Sharing the Present and Future of 'Gim' in 'K-GIM Revolution'

Chef Ahn Seong-jae, Following 'Gim' from the U.S. to Wando... Sharing the Present and Future of 'Gim' in 'K-GIM Revolution'

〈K-GIM Revolution〉 Ahn Seong-jae Highlights the Value of 'Gim' as a Global Presenter
Chef Ahn Seong-jae illuminated the present and future of 'Gim', a representative ingredient of South Korea. On the 28th, Ahn Seong-jae appeared as a global presenter on MBC 〈K-GIM Revolution〉 (The K-GIM Revolution), conveying the value and competitiveness of 'Gim', a key ingredient of South Korea.
[Chua-young's Music Box] Why Did 'What If We' Resonate with Today's Youth? The Romance Fantasy of the Non-Dating Generation

[Chua-young's Music Box] Why Did 'What If We' Resonate with Today's Youth? The Romance Fantasy of the Non-Dating Generation

I am captivated by the music in movies. Music sometimes conveys the intimate emotions of characters that cannot be expressed through visible images and audible dialogues alone. It can also serve as a window into the hidden intentions of the creator. For me, understanding movie music was one way to connect with the film. 'Chua-young's Music Box' listens to the voice of the movie more closely through music. (P.S. I hope you read this while listening to the music.)
The movie 〈What If We〉 is rewriting the record of Korean melodramas. Starting at number 2 in the box office, the film climbed to number 1 in its second week of release, beginning its resurgence. On social media, the 'Crying Challenge' trend emerged, drawing responses from the youth.
'Avatar: The Way of Fire' James Cameron Moves Korean Fans...

'Avatar: The Way of Fire' James Cameron Moves Korean Fans... "Deep Interpretation is Amazing"

On the verge of surpassing $1.4 billion worldwide... Direct 'thank you' in Korean to Korean audiences catches attention
James Cameron, the director of 〈Avatar: The Way of Fire〉, which is continuing its overwhelming box office dominance worldwide, has released a special thank you video filled with affection for Korean audiences.This video is said to have been prepared by James Cameron himself to repay the warm...
BLACKPINK's Lisa Joins Nike as Global Partner...

BLACKPINK's Lisa Joins Nike as Global Partner... "Expanding into Sports and Street Areas"

Following Louis Vuitton, Establishing Long-Term Partnership with Nike... Anticipating the 'Nike x Lisa' Collection in 2026
BLACKPINK's Lisa is drawing attention from the global fashion and sports industry as she has signed a long-term partnership with the global sports brand Nike . On the 20th, Nike officially announced that Lisa would be the brand's new global partner.

"Walking the Streets Without Fare"... 'Tax of 4.1 Billion Won' Yoo Jae-suk Remembers His Unknown Days in Bongcheon-dong

On the 27th, SBS 'Whenever Possible,' Yoo Jae-suk reminisces about his 'slacker days' while visiting Bongcheon-dong with Lee Sun-bin and Kim Young-dae... The path he walked due to lack of transportation fare, now as the 'National MC' he walks it again... A re-examination of his success story, paying 4.1 billion won in income tax last year as a 'model taxpayer'... The value of perseverance overcoming poverty
South Korea's top MC Yoo Jae-suk felt a sense of nostalgia as he visited Bongcheon-dong, a place filled with memories of his youthful and impoverished 'slacker days. ' The streets he once walked due to lack of fare, he now walks again as the 'National MC' who pays over 4 billion won in annual taxes.
BTS World Tour Effect...Global Tourism Industry 'Stirred', Surge in Travel Searches for Seoul and Busan

BTS World Tour Effect...Global Tourism Industry 'Stirred', Surge in Travel Searches for Seoul and Busan

Bus Ticket Searches for São Paulo Increased by 600 Times... The Guardian Says "Economic Impact Cannot Be Measured"
BTS's upcoming world tour starting in Goyang this April, covering 82 performances across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, is shaking the global tourism industry and once again proving the economic ripple effect of Hallyu culture.
Yoshi Has Arrived: Movie 'Super Mario Galaxy' Trailer Featuring the Green Dinosaur Released

Yoshi Has Arrived: Movie 'Super Mario Galaxy' Trailer Featuring the Green Dinosaur Released

The First Meeting of the Mario Brothers and Yoshi... Adventure Begins in the Desert Pyramid
〈Super Mario Galaxy〉 has featured Yoshi, receiving cheers from fans. On January 25, 〈Super Mario Galaxy〉 released the 'Yoshi Trailer'. This trailer showcases the dinosaur Yoshi, who can be considered the mascot of the 'Super Mario' brand, meeting the Mario brothers and teaming up with them.