In a rare and exciting development for fans of Korean music, Lee Moon Sae, the celebrated pop icon, has announced plans for two exclusive concerts in the United States in 2025. Seven years after his last American tour in 2018, Lee will be returning with what promises to be spectacular and unforgettable performances. Lee…
“The end is not the most important part.” – Claire the robot “Maybe Happy Ending” debuted in Seoul in 2016, and since its arrival in New York last year, it has become a beloved sleeper hit, one that many critics predict will snag a Tony for Best Musical. Ranking #7 in the theater capacity rankings…
Culinary Class Wars broke records this fall as the first Korean unscripted title to rank No. 1 on the Netflix Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) list for three consecutive weeks. With the success of Korean dramas and films paving the way, it’s no surprise that Korean variety shows are now captivating international audiences. This surge…
In recent years, South Korean cinema has captivated audiences worldwide, transcending language barriers with its unique blend of storytelling, innovation, and artistry. Far from being newcomers to the industry, Korean filmmakers have been been honing their craft for decades. From the groundbreaking brilliance of “Parasite,” which made history at the Oscars, to the intense political…
Captured on grainy black-and-white film, surrounded by the roar of a stadium, a broken Olympian cast his gaze down to his feet. Looking utterly humiliated while clutching a laurel plant to his chest, the Korean Gold Medalist hears the anthem of a country that’s not his own. And so we start, on the “Road to…
From a fiercely competitive field of exceptional works and actors in each category, the winners of Korea’s most prestigious awards ceremony have been unveiled. Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the Baeksang Arts Awards was founded in 1965 to advance Korean popular culture and arts while uplifting artist morale. Shin Dong-yup, Suzy, and Park Bo-gum, who have…
Crowned with this year’s Grand Prize in Television at the Baeksang Awards, Disney+’s “Moving” has redefined what’s possible in K-Drama. First making a splash as producers of K-Drama’s most expensive series (“Moving”), Disney+ is doubling down that Korean dramas are simply the best bet in the industry. It’s hard to overstate the significance of the…
If you’ve ever wondered what defecting from North Korea would feel like, “Beyond Utopia” straps you in and pulls you through the mountains of China, the jungles of Vietnam and the rivers of Laos. This visceral experience is achieved by utilizing smartphone video footage taken by mission activists and brokers who led one North Korean…
It’s not often that deep anger lingers after watching a cinematic blockbuster. But “1212: The Day” viscerally draws out that emotion by illuminating a darkly pivotal moment in Korean politics. Namely, it gives an eyewitness account of the nine-hour military coup that took place on December 12th 1979, roughly six weeks after the assassination of…
IU, the reigning queen of K-pop, is gearing up for her 18-city “HER World Tour” following the drop of her latest extended play, The Winning. IU, also known by her real name of Lee Ji-eun, made her debut in 2008 and has achieved remarkable success with a series of hits, boasting 31 No. 1 singles…