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Park Jin-hai

Korea Times K-Culture Reporter

Park Jin-hai primarily focuses on K-dramas, entertainment shows and actor interviews. Beyond that, she also pens articles covering the broader arts scene, with a particular emphasis on classical music, dance and various aspects of lifestyle. Since joining The Korea Times in 2013, she has made significant contributions in the realms of hallyu (Korean wave), industry news and international affairs.

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Goryeo-era Buddha statue, looted by Japan, returns home temporarily after 647 years

A Goryeo-era Buddha Statue, looted by Japanese pirates and later stolen by thieves and brought back to Korea, is set to make a temporary return to its original home.

Jan 24, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Goryeo-era Buddha statue, looted by Japan, returns home temporarily after 647 years
Shows & Dramas

KBS2 drama 'For Eagle Brothers' delves into question of what truly makes family

KBS 2's new family drama "For Eagle Brothers" poses a rather philosophical question: "What truly makes a family?" The heart-warming drama filled with laughter and tears aims to show viewers that family isn't always about blood — it's about the connections we make.

Jan 23, 2025By Park Jin-hai
KBS2 drama 'For Eagle Brothers' delves into question of what truly makes family
Shows & Dramas

Netflix medical blockbuster 'The Trauma Code' blends action, drama, humanism

Ju Ji-hoon returns with Netflix medical blockbuster "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" targeting drama fans over the Lunar New Year.

Jan 21, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Netflix medical blockbuster 'The Trauma Code' blends action, drama, humanism
Shows & Dramas

'The Tale of Lady Ok' captivates viewers with strong female lead in Joseon Dynasty

JTBC's fusion period drama, "The Tale of Lady Ok," tells the story of a lowly female slave in the Joseon Dynasty. However, unlike the typical damsel-in-distress trope seen in many historical dramas, the show has won the hearts of modern audiences by featuring a strong and independent female lead, Goo-deok.

Jan 19, 2025By Park Jin-hai
'The Tale of Lady Ok' captivates viewers with strong female lead in Joseon Dynasty
Shows & Dramas

Behind 'Squid Game': Creatives unveil secrets of set design, music, cinematography

Three creative masterminds behind Netflix’s "Squid Game" — art director Chae Kyoung-sun, composer Jung Jae-il and cinematographer Kim Ji-yong — shared insights into the making of the show’s highly anticipated second season.

Jan 16, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Behind 'Squid Game': Creatives unveil secrets of set design, music, cinematography
  • INTERVIEW T.O.P breaks silence on controversial return to acting in 'Squid Game' Season 2
Shows & Dramas

INTERVIEW T.O.P breaks silence on controversial return to acting in 'Squid Game' Season 2

Choi Seung-hyun, also known as former BIGBANG member T.O.P, ended his 11-year silence in an interview with The Korea Times, Wednesday, where he addressed the controversies surrounding his role in "Squid Game" Season 2.

Jan 16, 2025By Park Jin-hai
[INTERVIEW] T.O.P breaks silence on controversial return to acting in 'Squid Game' Season 2
  • Behind 'Squid Game': Creatives unveil secrets of set design, music, cinematography
Music

INTERVIEW Inmo Yang finds beauty in 'rough, noisy' sound of violin

Violinist Inmo Yang, who has captivated audiences worldwide with his extraordinary performances of both Paganini and Sibelius, is undeniably one of the most rising stars in the classical music world.

Jan 16, 2025By Park Jin-hai
[INTERVIEW] Inmo Yang finds beauty in 'rough, noisy' sound of violin
Shows & Dramas

Webtoon platforms venture into K-drama production

Broadcasters and streaming platforms are increasingly churning out TV dramas adapted from web novels and webtoons to cope with a downturn in the advertising market, rising production costs, and shrinking viewership in the content industry.

Jan 13, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Webtoon platforms venture into K-drama production
Music

Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra aspires to rival Berlin: CEO

The new CEO of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) announced a master plan on Monday to revitalize one of Korea's oldest orchestras.

Jan 13, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra aspires to rival Berlin: CEO
Shows & Dramas

Lee Soon-jae becomes oldest actor to win Korean drama awards

Veteran actor Lee Soon-jae has made history by winning the grand prize at the 2024 KBS Drama Awards, becoming the oldest recipient of the award.

Jan 12, 2025By Park Jin-hai
Lee Soon-jae becomes oldest actor to win Korean drama awards
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