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.
There was no heart-fluttering moment at first sight in the new SBS reality show "Possessed Love." Instead, participants sought their respective soulmates through divination and throwing fortune-telling coins in an eerie shrine.
Angela Buchdahl, senior rabbi of the Central Synagogue in New York, shared her experiences as a Korean Jew during her visit to Korea, saying it has been always a struggle questioning her identity in the United States.
In an era of skyrocketing prices, older adults currently feeling the pinch are finding respite through a nostalgic escape to a movie theater nestled in Nagwon Instrument Arcade in Jongno District, central Seoul. This theater has transformed into a sanctuary for older adults seeking both entertainment and a sense of community.
In a bid to showcase Korean literature on the global stage, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) is kicking off a three-month-long Korean book promotion event coinciding with the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Partnering with the Korea Publishers Association, the initiative will introduce over 110 Korean books to European audiences through exhibitions and author events.
This summer will be a boon for piano enthusiasts, as Korean pianists of international acclaim are performing across the country.
Rhee Kun-hoo is a renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author of “If You Live to 100, You Might as Well Be Happy.”
K-pop megahit boy band BTS will hold a free livestream event, "Bang Bang Con," Saturday, featuring some of its iconic concerts.
Imagine stepping into a futuristic beauty hub where advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology conjures up customized makeup specifically for your skin.
The romantic drama “Lovely Runner” shattered its own viewership record of 5.8 percent in the finale, Tuesday, but the popularity of actor Byeon Woo-seok, who portrayed the K-pop idol Ryu Sun-jae, appears to be skyrocketing.