Trends
Diversity, inclusiveness can be game changers for K-beauty
TIRTIR, a Korean beauty brand, has broken new ground in the U.S. market with its Mask Fit Red Cushion, showcasing the expanding diversity in Korean beauty products.
Nov 4, 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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Arts & Theater
INTERVIEW Legendary dancer Kook Soo-ho redefines traditional Korean dance with Kim Jae-duk
Kook Soo-ho, a legendary choreographer, renowned for a lifetime of dedication to traditional Korean dance, joins forces with a visionary young artist skilled in dance, music and song. The 76-year-old revered master collaborated with Kim Jae-duk, 40, a rising star of contemporary dance, to present "Four Seasons."
Nov 2, 2024
Trends
ANNIVERSARY How disabled artists in Korea are shattering stereotypes, inspiring changes
Standing on stage at the Modu Art Theater in Seoul, Jung Eun-hye, an artist and actor with developmental disabilities, powerfully delivered a line from her role in the 2022 tvN drama "Our Blues": “You bitch! You don't believe me, do you? That I'm an artist just like mom and dad! You! You abandoned me! Seven years ago!”
Nov 1, 2024
People & Events
Hankook Ilbo chief editorial writer to lead Korea News Editors' Association
Lee Tae-gyu, 58, chief editorial writer of The Hankook Ilbo, has been elected president of the Korea News Editors' Association.
Oct 30, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Yeon Sang-ho unveils plans to expand 'Hellbound' into multifaceted universe
Returning to the dystopian realm of "Hellbound" with its second season on Netflix, director Yeon Sang-ho continues to probe the human need for narratives to explain the inexplicable.
Oct 29, 2024
Films
Song Kang-ho plays coach in Korea's first volleyball film 'One Win'
Song Kang-ho returns to the big screen in December with Korea's first volleyball film, "One Win."
Oct 28, 2024
Arts & Theater
Decoufle's 'Shazam!' showcases innovative fusion of art forms
Philippe Decouflé, a pioneer of experimental performance art, returned to Korea with his iconic work "Shazam!" By seamlessly blending dance, theater, and various other art forms, his innovative approach has led to the coining of the term "Decouflerie" in the French lexicon. This term describes the fusion of dance, circus, and film that serves as the cornerstone of his productions.
Oct 22, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Yeon Sang-ho's dystopian saga 'Hellbound' expands dark universe in Season 2
Three years on, Yeon Sang-ho, the acclaimed director behind "Train to Busan," revisits his dystopian universe with the second season of "Hellbound" on Netflix.
Oct 21, 2024
Shows & Dramas
Netflix's 'Comedy Revenge' to feature Korea's top comedians
Netflix's new comedy show, "Comedy Revenge," will showcase Korea's top comedians in a fierce race for the comedy throne. Hosted by the iconic Lee Kyeong-kyu, 18 beloved comedians will form six teams and compete in an all-out battle of hilarity once again.
Oct 14, 2024
Travel & Food
INTERVIEW Kangwon Land aspires to be Korea's Las Vegas
JEONGSEON, Gangwon Province — Kangwon Land, the operator of a casino and resort complex located in Gangwon Province, declared early this year that it would make a great leap forward to become a global integrated resort. With a keen focus on transforming the resort, nestled in a beautiful highland surrounded by nature, the company ambitiously sets its sights on becoming Korea's Las Vegas.
Oct 9, 2024