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[Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box] From raw terror to weighty warmth, Kim Young-sung of 〈Gyeongju Trip〉, 〈Salmokji〉 and 〈Big Sleep〉

[Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box] From raw terror to weighty warmth, Kim Young-sung of 〈Gyeongju Trip〉, 〈Salmokji〉 and 〈Big Sleep〉

A columnist curious about people — even actors already on the radar may be living their least famous day right now. "Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box" introduces performers who keep reaching new highs; think of it as a tip to "buy low" on these rising stocks.
Do you remember the character who complained the whole time and was the first to be found cold and dead in one of the standout horror films of the first half of the year, 〈Salmokji〉 (2025)? Song Kyung-tae, the representative of a veteran Road View filming company, played by Kim Young-sung, is...
| Kim Ji-yeon
Lee Chang-dong’s First Netflix Project, ‘Possible Love,’ Chosen as South Korea’s Oscar Entry

Lee Chang-dong’s First Netflix Project, ‘Possible Love,’ Chosen as South Korea’s Oscar Entry

Director’s return after 8 years takes aim at the Oscars, with official invitations to Venice and Toronto next month
A master’s incisive vision meets a global platform in a gold-medal dash toward the Oscars Lee Chang-dong, one of South Korea’s most celebrated auteurs, is ending an 8-year silence and entering the race for the 99th Academy Awards with his new film, ‘Possible Love’.
| James choi
Yeon Sang-ho, Hirokazu Kore-eda to Hold Conversation at Toronto Film Festival

Yeon Sang-ho, Hirokazu Kore-eda to Hold Conversation at Toronto Film Festival

Invited to TIFF's official industry program at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival
Yeon Sang-ho, whose film 〈PARADISE LOST〉 has been invited to the Special Presentation section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, will take part in a TIFF Summit: Dialogues conversation with Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda at 4 p. m. local time on Sept.
| Kim Ji-yeon
[Joo Sung-chul's Locker] What Are the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in 'Warfare' and 'The Hurt Locker'?

[Joo Sung-chul's Locker] What Are the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in 'Warfare' and 'The Hurt Locker'?

I am drawn to objects in movies. I find myself wondering why the director, cinematographer, production designer or actor put that particular object in front of the camera. 'Joo Sung-chul's Locker' records the objects in movies that quietly catch my eye.
“The rush of battle is often a potent and lethal addiction, for war is a drug.” The Hurt Locker (2009), which won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture, opens with that title card. Director Kathryn Bigelow drew the quotation from War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning, a 2002 nonfiction book by...
| Joo Seong-cheol
'2026 Busan Biennale' spotlights Venice Biennale standout—with a twist on its 16,000-won admission fee

'2026 Busan Biennale' spotlights Venice Biennale standout—with a twist on its 16,000-won admission fee

Held through Nov. 1 under the theme 'Dissident Chorus,' the exhibition spans three venues, including the Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, and showcases a range of genres.
Opening June 29 with 46 artists from 22 countries; two venues on Yeongdo and at a former high school will be entirely free The global art world is turning its attention to Busan once again. The '2026 Busan Biennale' will open in grand fashion on June 29, bringing together 46 artists from 22...
| James choi
'HYBE's next girl group' TUIDE makes surprise debut today (24th), heralding a new K-pop direction

'HYBE's next girl group' TUIDE makes surprise debut today (24th), heralding a new K-pop direction

TUIDE, a seven-member multinational girl group under ABD, a new HYBE label, releases its first mini-album on the 24th GroovyRoom produces every track, while the group sets itself apart with 'Soultronic,' a genre blending soul and electronic music The rookie group mounts an unusually large-scale promotion, including screenings on the media facade at Shinsegae Department Store's main branch, and holds a showcase
TUIDE, a seven-member multinational girl group and the first act introduced by ABD, a new label under HYBE Music Group, is making its debut in the Korean music industry with the release of its first mini-album. TUIDE (Seo-hee, Seo-yeon, Elena, Jia, Saki, Se-a and Lee Ha-neui) will release its debut...
| Seongchan Eol
Documentary 'The Person in a Blanket' Opens Sept. 9 With Audience-Built Eco-Friendly Photo Wall Workshop

Documentary 'The Person in a Blanket' Opens Sept. 9 With Audience-Built Eco-Friendly Photo Wall Workshop

A documentary follows Jeong-mi as she attempts to live on 0 won at the brink of financial ruin and searches for the true reason to keep living The 'Death Sewing Club,' led by musicians Sun and Young, joins the project for a hand-sewing movement that creates without wasting fabric In a special promotion on Aug. 27, banners made by audience members will be used at official film events and in promotional materials
〈The Person in a Blanket〉 is bringing audiences together for a groundbreaking workshop. The documentary 〈The Person in a Blanket〉 follows Jeong-mi as she attempts to live on 0 won at the brink of financial ruin and searches for the true reason to keep living at the end of that fear.
| Seongchan Eol
Moon Geun-young returns to big screen in lead role after nine years

Moon Geun-young returns to big screen in lead role after nine years

Mystery thriller set at a former cult site adds Go Ah-sung and Kim Si-a to its cast
Secrets of a Cult Revealed in Yeon Sang-ho’s New Film ‘Yeto’ Go Ah-sung and Kim Si-a join the cast as co-director Yoon Young-woo; post-production begins with original VFX Influencer Sisters Disappear as a Chilling Truth Emerges From a Former Cult Site Actor ‘Moon Geun-young’ will return to the big...
| James choi
Ahn Sung-ki films including 'Whale Hunting' to screen in Busan; why five master directors are reuniting

Ahn Sung-ki films including 'Whale Hunting' to screen in Busan; why five master directors are reuniting

Jointly organized with the Korean Film Archive for the festival's Oct. 6 opening, the program will feature five master directors, including Lee Jang-ho and Bae Chang-ho, and a commemorative book
The brilliant career of a beloved national actor returns to the screen This year's 'Busan International Film Festival' is preparing a special showcase spotlighting the career of 'Ahn Sung-ki', a living legend of Korean cinema.
| James choi
SEVENTEEN's

SEVENTEEN's "HOT" Tops 300 Million Spotify Streams, Second Jackpot After "Super"

Cumulative plays surpass 300.02 million for the title track from the group's 2022 fourth full-length album
Title track from fourth full-length album reaches 300.02 million cumulative plays, cementing SEVENTEEN's enduring global success SEVENTEEN, carrying a blazing sun, takes over the global music market The megahit "HOT" by global top-tier group SEVENTEEN has surpassed "300 million streams" on Spotify,...
| James choi