Yoo Jae-suk clinches grand prize at SBS Entertainment Awards

Korea's most celebrated TV personality notches record 20th award Korea’s top comedian Yoo Jae-suk cemented his legacy at the 2024 Seoul Broadcasting System Entertainment Awards, notching an unprecedented 20th career grand prize. With the historic win, Yoo now holds the record for the most grand prizes won by anyone across the three major broadcasting networks' entertainment awards and the Baeksang Arts Awards. On Wednesday, SBS recognized Yoo for his performance on hit variety show "Running Man"

Jan. 30, 2025

Romance series starring IU, Park Bo-gum to launch March 7

Legendary K-drama creators come together for 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' Netflix's highly anticipated romance series "When Life Gives You Tangerines," starring Hallyu sensations Lee Ji-eun (also known by her stage name IU) and Park Bo-gum, will be released March 7, the global streaming service announced Thursday. It also unveiled the series' official poster and trailer. The series tells the story of Gwan-sik (Park) and Ae-soon (Lee) as they navigate growth and love against the picturesque b

Jan. 23, 2025

G-Dragon, star producer to work on solo entertainment show

'Infinite Challenge' veterans reunite on show to air on MBC, Disney+ K-pop icon G-Dragon is set to shine in his first-ever solo entertainment show, "Good Day," a high-octane variety show with a star-studded guest roster that includes K-pop girl group aespa, actors Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Go-eun as well as celebrity chef Ahn Sung-jae. It is to be helmed by star producer Kim Tae-ho, known for his long-standing collaborations with G-Dragon on "Infinite Challenge," including memorable appearances in th

Jan. 21, 2025

'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' adrenaline-charged twist on medical genre

Director emphasizes fictional nature of medical drama series amid doctors' strike Ju Ji-hoon, known for his lead roles in K-drama juggernauts like Disney+'s "Light Shop" and Netflix's "Kingdom," will step into scrubs to play a heroic doctor battling life-or-death crises in his latest venture, "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call." Adapted from a massively popular webtoon, the series follows the story of genius surgeon Kang-hyuk (Ju) as he navigates pulse-pounding emergencies. Speaking Tuesday at a p

Jan. 21, 2025

'Squid Game' art director says participants nearly wore sky blue uniforms

Creative directors of 'Squid Game' say they aimed for continuity between first, second season The creative minds behind the second season of "Squid Game" offered an in-depth look into the artistic, musical and cinematographic choices that shaped the show's most recent chapter, revealing some behind-the-scenes efforts that almost led to a major overhaul of the series' visual identity. Award-winning art director Chae Kyung-sun, who has recently garnered a prestigious nomination from the American A

Jan. 17, 2025

'Ssulzun' returns to TV in turbulent political landscape

Political talk show pits sharp minds, sharp tongues The acclaimed Korean political talk show "Ssulzun" made a return to television Wednesday night after a six-year lull, resurfacing amid a volatile political climate. Launched in 2013 on JTBC, "Ssulzun" is regarded as one of South Korea’s most influential current affairs programs. The show gained a devoted following for its sharp-tongued panelists and incisive political commentary, dissecting complex topics across politics, economics and society.

Jan. 16, 2025

Ha Jung-woo returns in series delving into property ownership and crime

Veteran actor tied to 'Building Owner,' 3 years after Netflix's 'Narco-Saints' Veteran actor Ha Jung-woo will star in a new series centered on crime and real estate, marking the actor's first dramatic role in three years, following Netflix’s sensational crime hit "Narco-Saints." Ha is set to headline thriller series "Building Owner" with Jung Soo-jung — better known by her stage name Krystal of the K-pop group f(x) — reportedly in talks to join him. Ha’s management agency, Walk House Company, co

Jan. 15, 2025

PulsePick aims to secure early lead in Korean short-form series market

Short-form dramas, films show possibilities of untapped market in Korea Short-form video is already popular globally, including in China and the United States. It has tremendous potential in Korea when paired with the production expertise of K-drama creators to make short-form series, industry officials said Tuesday. PulsePick, a streaming platform specializing in servicing short-form series which soft-launched last December, announced a series of upcoming originals during a media event in Gangn

Jan. 14, 2025

Immersive 'Squid Game' experience to open in Seoul

After New York, Madrid, Sydney, 'Squid Game: The Experience' lands in Seongsu-dong An immersive experience of global phenomenon "Squid Game" is coming to Seoul next month, offering a unique opportunity to step into the world of the hit series. Netflix announced Monday that it will operate "Squid Game: The Experience," an all-in-one immersive space where visitors can engage in various games, enjoy themed food and drinks, explore photo zones and browse exclusive merchandise, in Seongsu-dong, easte

Jan. 13, 2025

Lee Soon-jae becomes oldest actor to win top honors at KBS Drama Awards

Lee Soon-jae, a veteran actor and legendary figure in Korean broadcasting history whose career spans 69 years, claimed the grand prize at the 2024 KBS Drama Awards held Saturday night. KBS traditionally hosts the awards on Dec. 31 to celebrate excellence in its annual programming. However, due to the Jeju Air tragedy at Muan International Airport on Dec. 29, this year’s ceremony was recorded on New Year’s Eve and broadcast later. Lee received the grand prize for his role as lead character Soon-j

Jan. 12, 2025

Ju Ji-hoon debuts as heroic doctor in 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call'

Popular webtoon depicting lives of doctors gets series adaptation Ju Ji-hoon, a Hallyu sensation known for his roles in cinematic hits such as "Light Shop" and "Kingdom," is set to debut as a courageous doctor in Netflix’s highly anticipated series, "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call." Based on the wildly popular Naver Webtoon, the series delves into the high-octane world of heroic doctors as they navigate life-and-death situations involving criticially ill patients. Netflix unveiled stills from t

Jan. 9, 2025

Lee Byung-hun discusses assuming 3 identities in ‘Squid Game’ season 2

After cameo appearance in first season, Lee now returns as main villain A household name in Korea with a career spanning 34 years, Lee Byung-hun returns to the screen as the enigmatic villain in season two of Netflix’s global hit "Squid Game." Having made a tantalizing cameo in the show’s inaugural season, Lee now commands center stage as the complex mastermind known as Frontman. The acclaimed actor -- whose filmography boasts iconic hits such as "Inside Men" and "Mr. Sunshine" -- tackles the in

Jan. 9, 2025

'Unmasked' to offer insight into Korean society, real life of TV producers in Korea

Household name Kim Hye-soo returns to TV screens for first time in three years as hard-hitting investigative reporter "Unmasked," which follows the journey of investigative TV producers seeking justice through hard-hitting reporting, is poised to offer a poignant reflection on Korean society while realistically portraying challenges faced in the demanding field. The 12-part series delves into the life of investigative program producer So-ryong (Kim Hye-soo) as she is joined by her new teammate H

Jan. 8, 2025

'Single's Inferno' season 4 promises steamiest season yet

Netflix‘s hit dating show returns with bold cast, spicier scenes The production team of Netflix's hit dating show "Single's Inferno" gathered at Hotel Naru Seoul in Mapo-gu Wednesday for a preview of its fourth season, with the producers and panels touting their hottest iteration yet. "This season zeroes in on the essence of dating," producer Kim Jae-won said, promising a rollercoaster of romance. "What happens in Paradise will have viewers questioning if this is the same show." Fellow producer

Jan. 8, 2025

'Newtopia' to break new ground for K-zombie productions

Jisoo of Blackpink continues solo career as main lead Coupang Play’s original series "Newtopia," starring K-pop sensation Blackpink’s Jisoo in her second lead role in a series, promises a reinvention of the zombie genre, according to the show’s director, Yoon Sung-hyeon. "Newtopia" plunges into the journey of Jae-yoon (Park Jeong-min) and his girlfriend Young-joo (Kim Ji-soo), whose relationship teeters on the brink of collapse just as a zombie apocalypse engulfs Seoul. The plot unfurls as the e

Jan. 7, 2025