

‘Uprising’ director Kim Sang-man sees social ranks still around today
Kim said director Park Chan-wook saw his talent when he worked as ‘JSA’ art director and ‘Parasite’ poster designer Director Kim Sang-man, whose last film was 2004’s “The Tenor - Lirico Spinto,” was hesitant at first to make a period action flick set in Joseon (1392-1910). He said it was because of
Oct. 15, 2024 - 16:15:12Miss Universe Korea winner Ariel Han talks embracing true self
Beauty pageants often conjure up stereotypical images of young, attractive women in swimsuits reciting canned responses. But this year‘s Miss Universe Korea competition, co-hosted by The Korea Herald and Yedang Media on Sept. 30, shattered those molds, celebrating women’s unique qualities both insid
Oct. 14, 2024 - 17:01:12‘Jung-nyeon’‘s TV debut brings fresh take with cast straight out of webtoon
The highly anticipated series “Jung-nyeon,” which aired its first two episodes on Saturday and Sunday, is the first Korean drama to delve into the world of “gukgeuk” -- a type of performance art that took Korea by storm in the 1950s -- with a cast which appears to have been plucked directly from the
Oct. 14, 2024 - 09:18:12JM.Wave ‘repowers’ pollutant vehicles into emissions-free EVs
Korean startup eyes growth in Southeast Asia’s public transport market As global carmakers rush to make the costly transition to carbon-free electric vehicles, Park Jeong-min, CEO of the Seoul-based startup JM.Wave, asks, “What about the remaining internal combustion engine cars?” The 7-year-old com
Oct. 13, 2024 - 16:28:09Veteran stage actor and TV star take on billionaire role in musical ‘Annie’
Nam Kyung-ju and Song Il-kook portray Oliver Warbucks in latest production Two actors with quite different track records are taking the role of a billionaire in the latest musical production of “Annie.” Nam Kyung-ju, known for his extensive career on the musical stage spanning over 40 years, and Son
Oct. 12, 2024 - 16:01:17NineWatt reveals the simple path to smarter urban energy use
How can cities contribute to achieving carbon neutrality? According to Kim Young-rok, CEO of NineWatt, it is simpler than you might think. “When people think about energy efficiency, they often think of expensive, high-tech solutions,” Kim said. “But before you jump into cutting-edge technologies, t
Oct. 10, 2024 - 17:29:30‘Korean cuisine should go premium’
Chef Choi Jung-yoon proposes premium strategy for Korean cuisine, akin to success of Japanese sushi Dressed casually in a black T-shirt, shorts, and sneakers, Chef Choi Jung-yoon greeted us at a cafe near Jung-gu, Seoul. Initially reserved, her face lit up when discussing the recent Netflix hit “Cul
Oct. 10, 2024 - 09:32:35‘Busan is transforming into performing arts hub’
Busan -- With the opening of a classical concert hall and an opera house next year, Busan is gearing up to position itself as an international city for the performing arts, said Lee Mee-yeon, CEO of the Busan Cultural Foundation. Speaking at the Busan International Performing Arts Market, now in its
Oct. 9, 2024 - 19:26:40Innovation, people key to Korea‘s energy transition: ABB CCO
As South Korea moves to achieve its renewable energy goals by 2050, strategic partnerships and innovative technologies will be essential in overcoming existing challenges and maximizing the potential of renewable resources, according to Karen Bomber, chief commercial officer of the Energy Industries
Oct. 9, 2024 - 15:26:31Byun Yo-han embraced voice of powerless in ‘Snow White Must Die – Black Out’
Even for Byun Yo-han, an actor with a 14-year career, the role of Go Jeong-woo in “Snow White Must Die – Black Out” was new and challenging. “Every role is a challenge, but this one lingers. Even though he‘s fictional, I keep worrying about Jeong-woo and hope for his happiness as if he were a real p
Oct. 9, 2024 - 14:24:30Dentlink eyes becoming ‘next Invisalign’
Startup‘s dental prosthesis service targets global markets including US, Australia Dentlink intends to become a household name in the burgeoning dental prosthetic market, matching the fame of Align Technology, the US company behind the Invisalign clear teeth straightener, said Kook Jin-hyeok, founde
Oct. 8, 2024 - 15:52:30Cellist Mun Tae-guk takes up challenge of Bach Cello Suites earlier than expected
For cellists, Bach’s Cello Suites hold deep significance. Many renowned cellists have recorded their interpretations of the masterpieces — some multiple times throughout their careers, others only once in a lifetime. The 30-year-old Korean cellist Mun Tae-guk said he felt significant pressure about
Oct. 7, 2024 - 17:16:58Always around but never understood: ‘Tiger Stripes’ speaks up for teenagers
BUSAN -- Written and directed by Malaysian director Amanda Neel Eu, “Tiger Stripes” follows carefree 12-year-old Zaffan who starts to experience unexpected bodily changes as she is the first to get her period among her group of friends. For Zaffan, puberty becomes something she fights for in front o
Oct. 7, 2024 - 16:12:57Toonsquare aims to open new era for webtoon creation with AI
Former Samsung C-Lab startup bets big on education market for global expansion Fueled by the surge in digital content consumption during the pandemic, the global webcomic market has seen unprecedented growth in recent years, with South Korea, home to a $1.1 billion webtoon market, cementing its posi
Oct. 6, 2024 - 15:56:58Social media era creates more challenges for pastry chefs
Julien Perrinet, Hyatt’s executive pastry chef for the Asia Pacific region based at the Park Hyatt Tokyo, aims to offer a stunning gastronomic experience to those with a sweet tooth at an upcoming chefs’ collaboration between Park Hyatt Seoul and Park Hyatt Tokyo. The French-born Perrinet, 42, has h
Oct. 3, 2024 - 16:48:53