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Billkin, a Top-Tier Star Who Captivated Asia, Lands in Korea for the First Time in Two Years

Billkin, a Top-Tier Star Who Captivated Asia, Lands in Korea for the First Time in Two Years

After Attending the 2024 Busan International Film Festival, He Will Hold a Solo Concert
Billkin, a Top-Tier Star Who Captivated Asia, Lands in Korea for the First Time in Two YearsThe star 'Billkin', who has built a commanding fandom across all of Asia beyond Thailand, will hold the historic first 'solo concert' in the Republic of Korea on June 20 at 'KINTEX, Goyang'.
Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

From May 2 to June 13, the “KOFA Cinematheque” at Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul will screen all 34 films by director Hong Sang-soo. Featuring alternating chronological and reverse-chronological screenings from his debut works to his newest releases, viewers can experience the director’s signature “variations” aesthetics. Rich supporting events include a talk with the director of the Harvard Film Archive, a cinematography master class, and conversations with the audience.
The Korean Film Archive has announced a retrospective of all works by director Hong Sang-soo.The Korean Film Archive said it will hold a special exhibition spotlighting director Hong Sang-soo’s debut 30th anniversary, titled “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction,” at the KOFA...
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, Rises to No. 1 in Advance Ticket Sales Before Release… A Runway Frenzy Promised

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, Rises to No. 1 in Advance Ticket Sales Before Release… A Runway Frenzy Promised

‘A Full Cast Reunion’ After 20 Years Brings an Uproar to Theaters… Reaping Strong Effects From an Official Visit, Igniting a Box-Office Wave
With the legendary return everyone around the world has been waiting for, the film 〈The Devil Wears Prada 2〉 claimed the top spot in advance ticket sales among titles slated for the same release window, just two weeks before opening—showing overwhelming box-office power.
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...
HYBE·SM·JYP·YG Join Forces… Pushing for “Korea’s Coachella” Phenomenon ‘Fanomenon’

HYBE·SM·JYP·YG Join Forces… Pushing for “Korea’s Coachella” Phenomenon ‘Fanomenon’

The top four K-pop agencies are moving to establish an unprecedented joint venture to hold a massive global festival, ‘Fanomenon,’ that aims to surpass Coachella.
An unprecedented ‘Big4’ alliance launches a joint venture to seize global dominanceHolding absolute power in South Korea’s music scene, agencies often referred to as the so-called ‘Big4’—‘HYBE’, ‘SM Entertainment’, ‘JYP Entertainment’, and ‘YG Entertainment’—are building a united front like never...
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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'.
'MMTG Civilization Express' Jaejae, Meryl Streep × Anne Hathaway — Jaejae’s tense, thrilling interview with the stars revealed in full!

'MMTG Civilization Express' Jaejae, Meryl Streep × Anne Hathaway — Jaejae’s tense, thrilling interview with the stars revealed in full!

“Editor Miranda—are you in Korea?”… An all-time surprise situation happens?!
Global interviewer Jaejae met two legendary Hollywood stars—Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. On the 16th at 6 p.m., the YouTube channel ‘Civilization Express’ will unveil, in full, a special interview with the stars of the movie ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’—Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway —the film...
President Lee Jae-myung Watches “My Name Is” and Calls for Abolishing the Statute of Limitations on State Violence…

President Lee Jae-myung Watches “My Name Is” and Calls for Abolishing the Statute of Limitations on State Violence…

President Lee Jae-myung urges a serious push to abolish the statute of limitations for crimes of state violence that violate human rights, and to uncover responsibility permanently, as he watches “My Name Is,” which addresses Jeju 4·3.
President Lee Jae-myung watches the film “My Name Is” about Jeju 4·3—and calls for abolishing the statute of limitations on state violence that violates human rightsPresident Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung sit with 165 citizens—sharing the message beyond the usual distance of...
Traveling Through Korea in a Fresh New Way with “XO, Kitty”: The Korean Places Inside “XO, Kitty”

Traveling Through Korea in a Fresh New Way with “XO, Kitty”: The Korean Places Inside “XO, Kitty”

When you start each day by riding the “hell train” in the morning and crossing the colorless concrete jungle from one place to another, living through days that feel utterly lifeless can suddenly make you crave a fantasy to escape reality.