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‘The Man Who Lives with the King’ Nears 10 Million Admissions: The Power of ‘Wholesome’ Family Entertainment

SEOUL — Director Jang Hang-jun’s latest period drama, The Man Who Lives with the King, is on the verge of joining the prestigious "10 Million Club." Despite some initial skepti
‘Culture Day’ Expanded to Every Wednesday; New Policy Set to Begin Next Month

SEOUL — The South Korean government has officially moved to expand its flagship "Culture Day" program from once a month to every Wednesday, aiming to make cultural participation a st

Gwanghwamun to Freeze for BTS: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Museums to Close for Historic Comeback

SEOUL — In an unprecedented move, Seoul’s historic heart is preparing to come to a standstill for the return of the global pop icons, BTS. The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center announced on F

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SLL Dominates Global Charts: 'Lady Dua' Hits No. 1 on Netflix as 'The Man Who Lives with the King' Shatters Box Office Records: SLL (Studio Looking Glass), the content production powerhouse under JoongAng Group, is currently cementing its status as a global ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.03.01

Park Chan-wook Appointed as First Korean Jury President for the 79th Cannes Film Festival: (C) GEO News SEOUL — In a historic milestone for Korean cinema, legendary filmmaker Park Chan-wook has been appointed as ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.02.26

Miryang Paints the Town Rainbow as Indian "Holi Hai" Returns After Three-Year Hiatus: (C) KPI News MIRYANG, South Korea — In the heart of Gyeongsangnam-do, the quiet, scenic city of Miryang is preparing for a ...; KIM YOUNG MIN Specialized Reporter 2026.02.24

From Sillim-dong to London: Korean Musical 'The Last Man' to Make West End Debut with a Universal Tale of Isolation: (C) Theatre Weekly SEOUL – In an era where social isolation has become a silent global pandemic, a gritty, intimate Korea ...; Shin Yeju Intern Reporter 2026.02.24

Gongju's Roasted Chestnut Festival Goes Global: 340,000 Visitors and $170,000 in U.S. Sales: (C) WorldPress.com GONGJU, South Korea — While many winter festivals focus on the "thrill of the chill" through ice fishi ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.02.15

War Memorial Association Launches Youth Education Program Idea Contest: SEOUL – The War Memorial Association of Korea, led by Chairman Baek Seung-joo, announced on the 13th that it will host a pub ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.02.13

[Exhibition] A Rhapsody of Life Harvested from Ruins… Park Chan-eung’s Invitational Exhibition: 'A Dream of Spring': At the intersection where the traces of human destruction meet the eternal vitality of Mother Nature, a grand exhibition opens to ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.02.11

Seoul to Host Landmark 'Modest Fashion Festival 2026': A Fusion of K-Style and Global Halal Trends: SEOUL — As South Korea continues to solidify its position as a global cultural powerhouse, a new frontier in the fashion ind ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.02.09

Park Wan-suh’s Literary Sanctuary Reborn at Seoul National University: SEOUL – The scent of earth and the quiet scratch of a pen once felt in a private garden in Guri have found a new, permanent ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2026.02.09

George Clooney Jokes He's "Desperate" After Meeting South Korean Star Park Bo-gum in Milan: (C) CinePlay MILAN — The worlds of Hollywood and Hallyu collided in spectacular fashion this weekend as George Clooney and ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.02.09

MCST Holds Inauguration Ceremony for the Republic of Korea National Team for the 2026 Milan Winter Paralympics: (C) Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister Choi Hwi-young, hereina ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.02.02

Supporting the Global Expansion of K-Culture… Public Culture Exchange Committee Recruits 5 Overseas Cultural Industry Leaders: (C) Public Culture Exchange Committee The Public Culture Exchange Committee (Co-Chaired by Park Jin-young and Choi Hwi-young), ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.31

Bae Doona Appointed as Jury Member for the 76th Berlin International Film Festival: (C) AliKpop BERLIN - Actress Bae Doona will serve as a jury member for the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.01.29

The "White Horse Princess" of Nicaragua: The Incredible Journey of a Korean Royal Descendant Planting a Million Trees: (C) Canadian Geographic In the heart of the lush jungles of Nicaragua, a sight straight out of a fairy tale unfolds: an elderly ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.01.26

Bridging Capitals: ‘Two Legations’ Exhibition Celebrates 20 Years of Seoul-Washington D.C. Sisterhood: (C) Seoul Museum of History SEOUL — In a poignant tribute to over a century of diplomatic history and two decades of mode ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.01.26

From Serene Tables to Absolute Chaos: Lee Hee-jun’s ‘Rectangle, Triangle’: (C) BH Entertainment Actor-turned-director Lee Hee-jun delivers a masterclass in domestic slapstick and human perspective.The l ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.01.21

Netflix Unveils Star-Studded 2026 K-Content Lineup: "We Will Captivate the World": (C) Netflix SEOUL – Netflix has officially declared 2026 as a landmark year for Korean content, unveiling a massive slate ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.21

Major Australian Arts Festival Cancels Key Event Amid Outcry Over Exclusion of Palestinian Author: (C) The Guardian ADELAIDE, Australia – The Adelaide Festival (AF), Australia’s premier arts and cultural event, ann ...; Greace Nunez Correspondent 2026.01.13

The Actor Who Loved the Role More Than Himself: Remembering Ahn Sung-ki, the ‘Eternal Big Brother’ of Korean Cinema: (C) Cineplay SEOUL — There are stars who shine brightly for a moment, and then there are those who provide the very light ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.01.11

When the Soul of Havana Meets the Breath of Seoul: A Masterclass in Cultural Harmony: While geography and language often act as barriers between nations, music remains the universal bridge capable of collapsing thous ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.01.04

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