Music
Ensemble OPUS 'Dreamy Afternoon' to captivate classic fans this Christmas
Ensemble OPUS, an ensemble featuring Korea's top-class musicians, will present its concert "Dreaming Afternoon" in Seoul to celebrate Christmas.
Dec 14, 2024
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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Music
Lim Yun-chan's recital at Tongyeong Festival sold out in 58 seconds
The 2025 Tongyeong International Music Festival, with star pianist Lim Yun-chan as its artist-in-residence, has witnessed an unprecedented surge in ticket sales immediately after its release.
Dec 13, 2024
Books
Late Korean actress Kim Soo-mi's personal journal published
The diary of the late actor Kim Soo-mi, which she kept from her 30s into her later years, has been published as a book titled "I Plead to All Things That Kill Me" (direct translation), Thrusday.
Dec 12, 2024
Shows & Dramas
'Light Shop' to captivate viewers with unique blend of reality, fantasy
Following the huge success of "Moving," Disney+ once again teamed up with webtoonist and screenwriter Kang Full for his latest project, "Light Shop," which premieres Wednesday.
Dec 3, 2024
Trends
77-year-old YouTuber to launch beauty brand
Park Mak-rye, 77, also known as @korea_grandma, a popular YouTuber with 1.16 million subscribers, is launching a beauty brand under her own name. She is one of the latest in the growing number of celebrities, YouTubers and influencers venturing into the cosmetics industry, leveraging their influence to launch their own beauty brands.
Dec 3, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Gen Z drawn to 'I'm Sorry, I Love You' in nostalgic revival
The 2004 melo drama series, "I'm Sorry, I Love You," renowned for its heart-wrenching love story and dedicated fanbase, has been reborn as a director's cut. Surprisingly, it's not just the original fans who are captivated by this reboot. Gen Z, eager to experience the early 2000s vibe, has also embraced the series with open arms.
Nov 29, 2024
Arts & Theater
Chiara Bersani brings politics of body to Modu Art Theater
Italian performing artist Chiara Bersani, known for redefining the "politics of the body," is making her debut in Korea this week.
Nov 28, 2024
Shows & Dramas
INTERVIEW Ji Chang-wook takes on villainous role in 'Gangnam B-Side'
In Disney+'s crime thriller "Gangnam B-Side," actor Ji Chang-wook no longer plays the handsome romantic comedy role, but instead appears as a flamboyant pimp, complete with long hair, a fur coat and eye-catching accessories, delivering impressive action scenes.
Nov 27, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Gong Yoo, Seo Hyun-jin begin fixed-term marriage in 'The Trunk'
Gong Yoo returns to the small screen after three years with the Netflix mystery melodrama "The Trunk." The much-anticipated series unravels the secrets of a clandestine marriage service, surfaced by the discovery of a floating trunk.
Nov 26, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Kim Soo-hyun stars as counterfeit kingpin in Disney+ series 'Knock Off'
SINGAPORE — Marina Bay Sands transformed into the entertainment world's epicenter on Thursday, hosting the 2024 Disney Content Showcase APAC. The event brought together top actors from Korea and the Asia-Pacific region to unveil and preview their exciting new projects.
Nov 21, 2024