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Overwhelms With 8 Times the Views… Netflix’s “Chamgyoyuk” Seizes Global No. 1 for a Second Straight Week

Overwhelms With 8 Times the Views… Netflix’s “Chamgyoyuk” Seizes Global No. 1 for a Second Straight Week

Starring Kim Mu-yeol, “Chamgyoyuk” hits viewers across 91 countries and holds the top spot for the second consecutive week, as a surge in K-content hits hard, including the AI film “Mid-dle-world.”
An Extrajudicial Bludgeon Against a Tyrannical Classroom, and the Sociology of the Catharsis Taking the World by StormThe collapse of public education in modern society is not a problem unique to South Korea. The decline of teacher authority and classrooms that are out of control have become signs...
Dwayne Johnson Returns as a UFC Legend in “The Smashing Machine,” Set for Release in 2026

Dwayne Johnson Returns as a UFC Legend in “The Smashing Machine,” Set for Release in 2026

Hollywood A-list Dwayne Johnson undergoes a flawless transformation into legendary fighter Mark Kerr, earning a first-ever Golden Globe nomination for best actor in a motion picture—drama Benny Safdie directs solo, winning the Best Director award (Silver Lion) at the Venice International Film Festival to prove its global cinematic merit A fighter who dominated the early UFC and MMA scene in the early 1990s faces both glory and collapse, including a brutal fight against drug addiction
〈The Smashing Machine〉 has confirmed its Korea release and unveiled the first teaser poster. A poster showcasing Dwayne Johnson’s overpowering acting transformation the film 〈The Smashing Machine〉 said it will meet audiences in Korean theaters in the second half of 2026.
Short-Drama Boom! Director Lee Jun-ik’s “Father’s Home-Cooked Meal” and Director Lee Won-seok’s “Beloved Death” Take Part in Bucheon Release Event

Short-Drama Boom! Director Lee Jun-ik’s “Father’s Home-Cooked Meal” and Director Lee Won-seok’s “Beloved Death” Take Part in Bucheon Release Event

The two works were invited to the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival’s [Platform Planning Exhibition: Short-Form Cinema],
The Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival, which marks its 30th anniversary this year, is a leading domestic festival that has actively introduced new formats and content, focusing on genre films. The two works were invited to [Platform Planning Exhibition: Short-Form Cinema] within the...
Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Amid the spotlight, master filmmakers Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s short-form challenge lands consecutive invitations to Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival and the New York Asian Film Festival
The fleeting aesthetics seen through a master’s gaze. Director Lee Joon-ik’s ‘Father’s Home-Cooked Meal’ and Director Lee Won-suk’s ‘Beloved Death’ are ready to ignite all five senses of genre-film fans around the world—and short-drama fans alike—with a brief yet forceful narrative.
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.
'Adult Kimjangha' Director Kim Hyun-ji’s New Film 'Namtaeryeong' Concludes a Press Conference Ahead of Its May 20 Release

'Adult Kimjangha' Director Kim Hyun-ji’s New Film 'Namtaeryeong' Concludes a Press Conference Ahead of Its May 20 Release

Capturing the new solidarity and records made by Twitter-obsessed outsiders who move between the scene and X (Twitter) Director Kim Hyun-ji and former National Council of Korean Farmers’ Unions Secretary-General Kwon Hyuk-ju, Ham Se-jin, Yongju, and others attend, shedding light on the meaning of the digital public square Media distribution preview screening and press conference wrap up successfully on May 14; the film will have its official theatrical release on May 20
〈Namtaeryeong〉 has wrapped up this press conference and is getting ready to meet the audience.〈Namtaeryeong〉 is the new work by Director Kim Hyun-ji, who directed 〈Adult Kimjangha〉. It is a record of a new kind of solidarity created as Twitter-obsessed outsiders move back and forth between the...
‘Michael’ Takes #1 at the Box Office on Opening Day Nationwide & Reveals 3 Hype Points That Captured Real Viewers’ Hearts!

‘Michael’ Takes #1 at the Box Office on Opening Day Nationwide & Reveals 3 Hype Points That Captured Real Viewers’ Hearts!

On opening day, May 13 (Wed), it drew 99,901 viewers in a single day and topped the overall box office.
The film 〈Michael〉 captures the legendary music and pulse-racing performances that shook an entire era—telling the story of how “Michael Jackson,” a naturally gifted musical genius, rose to become the King of Pop.
J-POP band SUPER BEAVER joins Gintama's 20th-anniversary film project with theme song 'Sanzen'; releases music video inspired by protagonist Gintoki's life

J-POP band SUPER BEAVER joins Gintama's 20th-anniversary film project with theme song 'Sanzen'; releases music video inspired by protagonist Gintoki's life

A popular arc from the original is being remade with new animation… Opens on the 20th.
The theme song music video for the film 〈New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames〉 has been released.Distributor SMG Holdings Co., Ltd. unveiled the theme song music video sung by Japanese rock band SUPER BEAVER on the 11th ahead of the release of 〈New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames〉, a...