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'SNL Korea' in Demand: Lee Soo-ji Undergoes Vocal Cord Nodule Surgery—Will Broadcast Schedule Be Affected?

'SNL Korea' in Demand: Lee Soo-ji Undergoes Vocal Cord Nodule Surgery—Will Broadcast Schedule Be Affected?

The star of 'A Thousand Faces,' returning stronger after a beat—ready to come back with more toughness!
After a Pause, 'A Thousand Faces'—A Return Poised to Be Even StrongerComedian 'Lee Soo-ji' (41), who has captivated the public with her unmatched ability to pull off characters, takes a moment to catch her breath.
Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

‘Michael Jackson’ biopic ‘Michael’ crosses the $1 billion mark to claim the No. 1 spot in history As overwhelming audience support overturns reviewers’ scathing takes and takes over the Billboard charts
The return of the ‘King of Pop,’ and a $1 billion miracle that overwhelmed screens worldwideThe enduring ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ shone a light on the twists and turns of his life, establishing a new milestone for the global film industry by reaching the $1 billion mark in...
'Jurassic Park's' Everlasting Hero, Sam Neill Dies at 78

'Jurassic Park's' Everlasting Hero, Sam Neill Dies at 78

Family and official social media announcements on the 13th (local time)… Neill fell asleep peacefully beside his family at a hospital in Sydney, Australia After a blood cancer (T-cell lymphoma) diagnosis in 2022, he recently received a clean bill of health, but an unexpected tragedy followed From Dr. Alan Grant in 'Jurassic Park' to 'The Piano' and 'Peaky Blinders,' he crisscrossed the screen in more than 150 productions over 50 years New Zealand and Australian prime ministers mourn in unison… “The greatest cultural icon that carried our film industry to the world”
The lasting star of the 'Jurassic Park' film series and a veteran of Hollywood, Sam Neill , has died. Fans were reassured after news spread that he had beaten blood cancer and recently received a clean bill of health, but his sudden death has plunged the global film industry into deep sorrow.
[Box Office] Live-Action Moana Takes No. 1 Over the Weekend... Na Hong-jin’s Hope Draws a Ticket-Booking Surge

[Box Office] Live-Action Moana Takes No. 1 Over the Weekend... Na Hong-jin’s Hope Draws a Ticket-Booking Surge

Moana’s live-action remake tops the weekend theater charts Na Hong-jin’s new film Hope clears 380,000 ticket bookings, signaling a box-office hit
The power of the live-action remake, rolling in like a stormy sea, sweeps over the weekend box officeDisney’s big bet, the live-action 'Moana', completely takes control of the theater crowd for its opening weekend and plants its flag atop the box office.
[Interview] Jo In-sung on ‘Hope’: Taking a bold leap for a cinematic thrill only humans can deliver, Part 2

[Interview] Jo In-sung on ‘Hope’: Taking a bold leap for a cinematic thrill only humans can deliver, Part 2

※This interview with 〈Hope〉 actor Jo In-sung continues from Part 1. Imagining and acting opposite an imagined being must have been a major challenge. In particular, when Seong-gi confronts a gigantic alien intelligence late in the film, his subtle eye movements and tiny facial shifts were striking.
500x Production Budget Windfall…‘Obsession,’ Top Horror of the Year, Set for September Release

500x Production Budget Windfall…‘Obsession,’ Top Horror of the Year, Set for September Release

A debut film by a 1999-born YouTuber director that pulled in 600 billion won on 1.1 billion won—surpassing ‘Backroom’ to claim No. 1 at the box office for horror.
‘500x Production Budget Jackpot’… A new playbook for horror hits from a 1999-born prodigy directorA once-in-a-lifetime horror craze that has swept through North American theaters has finally arrived on the Korean Peninsula.
'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

With BTS holding on to the No. 1 spot for the first half of the year, HanRoro and virtual girl group Huntrix each take the No. 1 position on the music charts and global charts.
A prelude to a shake-up: the indie revolt sparked by 'Reverse-Charting Myth'In the first half of 2024, South Korea’s popular music industry faced a sweeping shift in its landscape. Amid the unshakable fortress-like hold of artists affiliated with major agencies, a sharp gust from up-and-coming...
Queer Horror 'Leviticus' and Thriller 'Knock' Win Top Honors at Bucheon Film Festival (BIFAN)

Queer Horror 'Leviticus' and Thriller 'Knock' Win Top Honors at Bucheon Film Festival (BIFAN)

Queer horror 'Leviticus' and crime thriller 'Knock' were named best at the 30th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival The festival also revealed winners of the newly created AI film award
A film industry's paradigm shift for what's next — BIFAN's take on genre upheaval and an AI revolutionThe 30th edition of the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival — where the imaginations of 321 films from 50 countries across the world collided — has finally unveiled the faces set to write...
‘Legend of the Husky Voice’ Bonnie Tyler Dies in Portugal at 75

‘Legend of the Husky Voice’ Bonnie Tyler Dies in Portugal at 75

Family statement released on the 9th (local time)… Expected recovery after a bout following surgery takes an unexpected turn, leaving her to rest forever She was the star behind the immortal 1983 mega hit “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” leaving a lasting mark on pop history With a distinct, rough tone, she earned three Grammy nominations and an honor from the British Empire (MBE) Music world colleagues such as Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rod Stewart, and Bryan Adams join a tearful tribute line
Legendary Welsh pop star Bonnie Tyler (Bonnie Tyler·75), who dominated the pop scene in the 1980s with explosive vocals and her signature alluring husky voice, has died. With total solar eclipses or lunar eclipses as they happen, she had captured radio and streaming charts around the world, earning...
Hsu Hsi-yuan’s estate split worth hundreds of billions confirmed…Koo Jun-yeup inherits one-third

Hsu Hsi-yuan’s estate split worth hundreds of billions confirmed…Koo Jun-yeup inherits one-third

Former husband Wang Xiaofei’s side issues an official statement. The children’s shares are held in a trust, and Koo Jun-yeup’s inheritance portion is fully respected, dismissing fake news about real estate
Estate split confirmed in the 120 billion won range, but how much do Koo Jun-yeup and their children get. The late “Hsu Hsi-yuan”’s “120 billion won”-level “estate division” map—shocking not only Taiwan’s entertainment scene but Asia at large—has finally been laid bare.