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Wed, April 14, 2021 | 11:27

Lee Seul-gi wins MMCA's 'Korea Artist Prize 2020'

Artist Lee Seul-gi has won the 2020 Korea Artist Prize, the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) announced Thursday. The 49-year-old artist's new installation artwork, “Dong Dong Dari Gori,” has captured the attention of viewers by incorporating the aesthetics of Korean architectural elements and traditional dancheong crafts techniques into a large pai...

Arts | 2021-03-25 16:56

Upcycling artist transforms plastic waste into lovable dogs

From long-legged hounds to feisty dachshunds, dogs are perhaps the most familiar creatures to us. In the works of the rising upcycling artist Parc Sang-bin, these animals are born from an all-too-familiar non-living material - plastic waste.

Arts | 2021-03-22 08:54

Book review: women who deliver mighty punch to regain lost power

In Seol Jae-in's short story “Quite Powerful Punch,” readers are immediately met with the elaborate descriptions of adolescent angst and rage that enshrouds Hyun-jin. Perhaps such feeling is natural for a puberty-stricken 16-year-old girl to harbor. But her fury is directed at something very specific instead of at a larger systemic disorder - her tyrannical boxing coach.

Books | 2021-03-19 08:54

Pandemic-struck independent studios, cable networks to receive gov't loans

In response to the dramatic changes the contents and broadcasting industry has undergone during the COVID-19 pandemic, the government will provide a new line of loan support to companies in the industry and increase the amount of loans, according to the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), Wednesday.

Trend | 2021-03-17 17:02

K-dramas meet podcasts in Thailand

Thanks to the global streaming platforms Netflix, YouTube and Viu - a Hong Kong-based over-the-top (OTT) provider serviced in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa - the popularity of Korean entertainment, especially K-dramas, continues to soar in Thailand.

K-dramas & Shows | 2021-03-17 09:03

Korean Film Council to hold special exhibition on women-focused films

Indie Ground, an organization established by the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) to support the distribution of Korean independent films, will host a special online exhibition celebrating women-focused cinematic narratives this month.

Movies | 2021-03-16 08:50

Stars becoming more vocal in political matters

Unlike Hollywood where actors often feel free to criticize or mock politicians, the atmosphere in the Korean entertainment industry has long been quite different. For celebrities, commenting on people in power has been a long-held taboo. Several celebrities have found their careers coming to abrupt and unexpected ends after criticizing politicians. And watching stars pay the ...

Entertainment | 2021-03-15 08:58

BTS sweeps international recording industry organization's global charts

K-pop monolith BTS' already long list of musical accolades continues as the boy band sweeps three global charts established by the organization representing the international recording industry.

K-pop | 2021-03-13 09:23

Two indie bands' filmed concerts screening in theaters

A glimmer of hope has been found in the performing arts and film industries, both hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, as they continue to join forces to provide audiences with the “next best thing” ― filmed versions of live concerts and performances.

Performances | 2021-03-12 16:16

KOCCA to invest 10 bil. won in content startups

The government will invest a total of 10 billion won ($8.7 million) this year to support content startups, the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) announced Wednesday.

Trend | 2021-03-10 14:19

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