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Lee Jun-Hyuk On ‘The Ordinary Jackpot,’ Acting And What Drives Him Original
Actor Lee Jun-hyuk Courtesy of ACE FACTORY Lee Jun-hyuk is on a roll these days. The 42-year-old Korean actor most recently starred in the tvN office drama The Ordinary Jackpot (로또 1등도 출근합니다), which wrapped up its 10-episode run earlier this month with a finale that was the most-watched cable program in South Korea on the day it aired. In The Ordinary Jackpot, Lee plays Gong Eun-tae, a hardworking corporate employee who’s constantly dogged by office politics at his workplace.
‘Four Hands, Two Sonatas’: 10 Things You May Have Missed From The Show
Song Kang stars as Kang Pi-o in the coming-of-age K-drama 'Four Hands, Two Sonatas.' Courtesy of Studio Dragon The K-drama Four Hands, Two Sonatas starring Song Kang and Lee Jun-young struck a chord with viewers in Korea and overseas for its emotionally charged story and compelling performances from its two male leads.
Aespa’s 2026 Tour: 6 Things That Make Their Live Show Stand Out Original
(L-R): aespa members Winter, Ningning, Karina and Giselle perform at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, New York on Friday, September 18, 2026. Courtesy of UBS Arena (Photo: Dennis DaSilva) K-pop powerhouse aespa kicked off their fourth world tour SYNK : COMPLæXITY in August with two concerts at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome followed by a sold-out show at Taipei Dome. The group then traveled to Latin America, drawing more than 21,000 fans in São Paulo and selling out stops in Santiago, Lima and Mexico City.
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Oct 14, 2012 43 Entrepreneurs To Make The Forbes China Rich List Every Year Since 2003 (List) (Name, main business; see related story here; click here for the Forbes China Rich List 400 and here for the Forbes China Rich List 100) Chan Laiwa, Fu Wah Group Chen Tianqiao, Shanda Interactive Entertainment Chu Mang Yee, Hopson Development William Ding, Netease Du Sha, Pacific Links International Guo Guangchang, Fosun International Hong Kwok Lung (Han Guolung), [...]
Viki’s K-Drama Day Returns With 10 Free K-Dramas And Fan Events Original
Fans can watch these 10 K-dramas for free during Viki's K-Drama Day 2026 Courtesy of Viki Rakuten Viki, one of the world’s leading streaming platforms for Asian content, is hosting its fourth annual K-Drama Day, a multi-day celebration of the global fandom surrounding Korean entertainment.
‘Made In Korea’ Season 2 Cast And Characters Guide: What To Know Original
Hyun Bin as Baek Kitae in 'Made in Korea' Season 2 Courtesy of Disney+/Hulu Made in Korea—the gritty crime thriller that was Disney+ and Hulu’s most-watched Korean original last year—has returned for a second season, and the six-episode series wastes no time upping the ante with more suspense, more high-stakes confrontations and, yes, more drugs.
‘The Remarried Empress’ Trailer Offers New Look At Disney+ K-Drama Original
Disney+/Hulu's upcoming K-drama 'The Remarried Empress' stars Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon, Lee Jong-suk and Lee Se-young. Courtesy of Disney+/Hulu For K-drama fans eager for another glimpse of Disney+ and Hulu’s upcoming fantasy romance The Remarried Empress, the official trailer has arrived. It follows the teaser trailer released last month, offering an even closer look at the highly anticipated series.
‘Made In Korea’ Season 2’s Hyun Bin, Woo Do-Hwan Reveal What To Know Original
Hyun Bin as Baek Kitae in Disney+/Hulu's 'Made in Korea' Season 2 Courtesy of Disney+/Hulu When the period crime thriller Made in Korea debuted on Disney+ and Hulu in December 2025, it became the platform’s most-watched Korean original title globally that year. Even before its premiere, Disney+ had already renewed the series for a second season. Now the highly anticipated Made in Korea Season 2 has arrived, with more intense action and suspense as the stakes rise even higher.
Beyond K-Pop: K-Music Night Spotlights Korean And Korean American Indie Artists Original
Korean American singer-songwriter John Park performs at the Korean Cultural Center New York on August 14, 2026 as part of K-Music Night 2026. Courtesy of Korean Cultural Center New York Given K-pop’s enormous global popularity, it’s easy to see why many people in the West have come to associate Korean music almost exclusively with K-pop idol groups.
Park Eun-Bin On ‘Castaway Diva,’ Her New Album And Fan Concert Tour
These days South Korean actress Park Eun-bin is busier than ever. We're speaking in mid-August on the second day of KCON LA, where Park was invited to talk about her latest K-drama Spooky in Love, which just wrapped up its run late last month. She tells me that she's scheduled to leave Los Angeles the next morning and that, once she returns to Seoul, she'll have to start shooting her next project (later revealed to be the upcoming film Nam Eun Jung).
Park Eun-Bin On ‘Castaway Diva,’ Her New Album And Fan Concert Tour Original
These days South Korean actress Park Eun-bin is busier than ever. We’re speaking on the second day of KCON LA, where Park was invited to talk about her latest K-drama Spooky in Love, which just wrapped up its run late last month. She tells me that she’s scheduled to leave Los Angeles the next morning and that, once she returns to Seoul, she’ll have to start shooting her next project (later revealed to be the upcoming film Nam Eun Jung).
‘Colony’ Star Jun Ji-Hyun And Director Yeon Sang-Ho Talk K-Zombies And Wild Car Stunts Original
Jun Ji-hyun (aka Gianna Jun) in Yeon Sang-ho's new zombie thriller 'Colony' Courtesy of NYAFF After becoming one of the most talked-about movies at Cannes this year, Director Yeon Sang-ho’s new zombie flick Colony is finally playing in theaters across North America. The film marks Yeon’s return to the zombie genre, which he helped reinvent with his 2016 global blockbuster Train to Busan—a groundbreaking movie that gave rise to the modern “K-zombie” trend.
‘Colony’ Star Jun Ji-Hyun And Director Yeon Sang-Ho Talk K-Zombies And Wild Car Stunts
After becoming one of the most talked-about movies at Cannes this year, Director Yeon Sang-ho's new zombie flick Colony is finally playing in theaters across North America. The film marks Yeon's return to the zombie genre, which he helped reinvent with his 2016 global blockbuster Train to Busan—a groundbreaking movie that gave rise to the modern "K-zombie" trend. Colony also marks Jun Ji-hyun's first big-screen role in 11 years.
‘Colony’ Star Jun Ji-Hyun And Director Yeon Sang-Ho Talk K-Zombies And Wild Car Stunts
After becoming one of the most talked-about movies at Cannes this year, Director Yeon Sang-ho's new zombie flick Colony is finally playing in theaters across North America. The film marks Yeon's return to the zombie genre, which he helped reinvent with his 2016 global blockbuster Train to Busan—a groundbreaking movie that gave rise to the modern "K-zombie" trend. Colony also marks Jun Ji-hyun's first big-screen role in 11 years.
Disney+’s K-Drama ‘The Remarried Empress’ Sets Premiere Date, Drops Trailer Original
Shin Min-a and Ju Ji-hoon star in Disney+/Hulu's upcoming K-drama 'The Remarried Empress.' Courtesy of Disney+/Hulu It’s official: the highly anticipated K-drama The Remarried Empress will arrive on Disney+ and Hulu on November 4th.
Park Eun-Bin Talks ‘Spooky In Love,’ KCON And How She Chooses Her Roles Original
Park Eun-bin appears onstage at KCON LA's M Countdown on August 15, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena. CJ ENM South Korean actress Park Eun-bin had heard of KCON before, but when CJ ENM—the entertainment conglomerate behind the world’s largest annual K-pop and K-culture festival—invited her to attend this year’s event, she wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Although she was scheduled to appear on the second day of KCON, she stopped by a day earlier to scope out the festival.
Park Eun-Bin Talks ‘Spooky In Love,’ KCON And How She Chooses Her Roles
South Korean actress Park Eun-bin had heard of KCON before, but when CJ ENM—the entertainment conglomerate behind the world's largest annual K-pop and K-culture festival—invited her to attend this year's event, she wasn't quite sure what to expect. Although the Spooky in Love star was scheduled to appear on the second day of KCON, she stopped by a day earlier to scope out the festival.
How ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ Became One Of 2026’s Most Popular K-Dramas Original
Poster for 'Agent Kim Reactivated' Courtesy of Netflix The action thriller K-drama Agent Kim Reactivated wrapped up its wildly successful run over the weekend, with its finale recording a whopping 23% nationwide viewership rating in South Korea. In addition to becoming one of the most-watched K-dramas in Korea this year, the 10-episode series has topped Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English Shows list for three straight weeks as of this writing.
2026 World Cup: BTS, Son, EJAE And Other Top Korean Cultural Moments Original
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JUNE 11: Andrea Bocelli and EJAE perform during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium on June 11, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) Getty Images For 39 days the 2026 World Cup brought people across the globe together through their shared love of soccer—ahem, I mean football—and delivered plenty of memorable moments.
From Moana To The Olympics: AANHPI Voices At The 2026 TAAF Summit Original
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: (L-R) Lāiana Kanoa-Wong, Producer, Kūmau Productions; Auliʻi Cravalho, Actor & Producer; Ty Sanga, Producer, Kūmau Productions and Stacey Young, Executive Director & Founder, Pacific Island Film Festival of NYC attend TAAF Heritage Month Summit and Celebration Day 2 on May 15, 2026 in New York City.
Ahead Of America’s 250th, TAAF And Wong Fu Productions Launch New AAPI Series Original
The Asian American Foundation and Wong Fu Productions have launched a new AAPI series called 'The United States of Asian+America.' Courtesy of TAAF Ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, and digital production company Wong Fu Productions have launched The United States of Asian+America, a new YouTube series spotlighting AAPI visionaries and pioneers whose...
Cannes Standouts ‘Hope’ And ‘Colony’ Head To New York Asian Film Festival Original
Still from Na Hong-jin's 'Hope' Courtesy of NEON The 2026 New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) is celebrating its 25th edition with an impressive lineup that includes two of the most talked-about films from this year’s Cannes Film Festival: Na Hong-jin’s Hope and Yeon Sang-ho’s Colony.
‘My Royal Nemesis’: 15 Things You Might’ve Missed In Episodes 1-4 Original
Poster for 'My Royal Nemesis' starring Lim Ji-yeon and Heo Nam-jun) Courtesy of Netflix In the romcom K-drama My Royal Nemesis, a shrewd Joseon-era concubine named Dan-sim (played by Lim Ji-yeon) is forced to drink poison. When she wakes up, she suddenly finds herself in the body of Shin Seo-ri (also played by Lim), a struggling actress in modern-day Korea.
Anderson .Paak’s ‘K-POPS!’ Album Features Aespa, G-Dragon And More Original
'K-POPS!' album cover Courtesy of Universal Music Group Nine-time Grammy-winner Anderson .Paak has unveiled his latest project K-POPS! (Music from and inspired by K-POPS! Motion Picture), a 17-track album packed with star-studded collaborations.
"Beef" Actors Open Up About Hollywood Finally Recognizing Asian Stories
The release of Beef Season 2 sparked a flurry of online discussion, from explainers on its gripping finale to interpretations of what the ants really mean to visceral reactions to the show’s arguably two most shockingly revolting scenes. Netflix / youtube.com But what hasn’t been talked about enough is the sheer “Koreanness” of the popular Netflix series.
Why Korean Film ‘Hope’ Became One Of Cannes’ Most Talked-About Movies Original
CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: (L-R) Zo In-sung, Hwang Jeong-min, Na Hong-jin, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Taylor Russell and Hoyeon Jung attend the "Hope" screening during the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2026 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images) Getty Images One of the most talked-about movies at this year’s Cannes Film Festival was South Korean director Na Hong-jin’s genre-defying thriller Hope.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Star EJAE On Hope, Resilience And Asian Representation Original
EJAE, winner of Song of the Year, Best Pop Song and Best Vocal Performance for "Golden," poses in the press room during the American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 25, 2026.
2026 AMAs: BTS, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ And Other Korean Cultural Moments Original
Rei Ami and Ejae, The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X, accept the award for Song of the Year at The 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Rich Polk/Dick Clark Productions via Getty Images) Dick Clark Productions via Getty K-pop, Korean culture and the power of K-pop fandoms were on full display at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs). BTS and KPop Demon Hunters dominated the night, winning a combined total of seven awards.
g.o.d fue pionero del K-Pop, y siguen en plena forma. Para ellos, es ‘el destino’
En junio, KCON LA, el festival anual de cultura pop coreana más grande del mundo, anunció que el grupo de K-pop de primera generación, g.o.d, se presentaría en su evento de julio. Cuando la cuenta oficial de Instagram de KCON USA publicó el nombre del grupo sin puntos, algunos comentaristas hicieron bromas religiosas. “¿Traerá a los doce discípulos?”, decía un comentario. “El rapto es en KCON”, decía otro.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Trio EJAE, Audrey Nuna And REI AMI Honored At KACF Gala Original
(L-R): REI AMI, EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Kyung Yoon at the 2026 KACF gala. EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI were presented with the Trailblazer Award at the gala. Andre Maier (Courtesy of KACF) KPop Demon Hunters’ EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI, who provide the singing voices of the fictional K-pop girl group HUNTR/X in the hit animated film, gave a surprise performance of “Golden” at this year’s annual gala hosted by the Korean American Community Foundation (KACF).
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Trio EJAE, Audrey Nuna And REI AMI Honored At KACF Gala
21 hours ago Billboard Women in Music 2026 brought out all the biggest stars to the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on April 29. Check out the best red carpet looks, starting with the evening's host, Keke Palmer. Monica Schipper, Getty Images Teyana Taylor Monica Schipper, Getty Images Lainey Wilson Monica …
윤여정은 아무것도 기대하지 않았다
오스카 수상 배우 윤여정은 늘 정답을 아는 듯 보이지만, 정작 본인은 “인생은 예상 밖 일의 연속”이라고 말한다. 미국 <보그>가 며칠 전 그녀를 만났다. 서구의 시선으로 본 윤여정은 거침없고 명쾌하다. 하지만 우리가 보기엔 오랜 세월 깎이고 단단해진 모습에 가깝다. 만약 영어권에 ‘내공’이라는 단어가 있었다면, 그들이 윤여정을 표현할 때 가장 먼저 골랐을 것이다. 넷플릭스 시리즈 ‘성난 사람들 2’에서 박 회장 역을 맡은 윤여정. Courtesy of Netflix “냄새 못 맡았어요. 전 개가 아니잖아요!” 2021년 아카데미 시상식에서 한 기자가 “브래드 피트 향기가 어땠느냐”고 물었을 때 그녀는 이렇게 답했다. 할리우드의 짓궂은 질문을 단번에 차단하면서도 현장을 웃음바다로 만든 노련한 한 방이었다. 영국 아카데미(BAFTA) 시상식에서는 영국인을 두고 “아주 속물적인 사람들(Very snobbish people)“이라고 했다. 꽤 뼈 있는 말이었지만 객석엔 웃음이 터졌다.
Youn Yuh-jung Didn’t Expect Any of This
Oscar-winning actress Youn Yuh-jung always seems to have the answer. Take that time at the 2021 Academy Awards when a reporter asked her what Brad Pitt smelled like. She famously replied, “I didn’t smell him. I’m not a dog!” Or that time she called the British “very snobbish people” while accepting a BAFTA—something that could have easily come across as offensive, were it not for her deft delivery. Instead of raising hackles, she had the audience doubled over with laughter.
‘Beef’ Season 2 Cast And Netflix Exec Share Insights At D.C. Screening Original
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 14: (L-R) Matthew "BM" Kim, Jinny Howe, Lee Sung Jin, Seoyeon Jang, Youn Yuh-jung and Irene Lee attend the Beef S2 Washington DC Screening at the Motion Picture Association on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC.
‘Beef’ Season 2: Inside Netflix’s Star-Studded Dinner At Baroo In LA Original
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 09: (L-R) Matthew Kim, Ji-young Yoo, Lee Sung Jin, and Charles Melton attend Korean American leaders in Hollywood and Netflix's BEEF S2 celebration with Lee Sung Jin and Cast on April 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Woosung Talks The Rose’s 2026 Tour, New Album And Samsung Galaxy Event Original
On March 11 Woosung from the indie rock band The Rose held a meet-and-greet at the Samsung Experience Store in Queens, New York. DIVE Studios Last month Woosung, the frontman of the Korean indie rock band The Rose, hosted a special meet-and-greet at the Samsung Experience Store (SES) in Queens, New York. On a cold Wednesday morning, hundreds of fans gathered at Queens Center Mall, with some lining up as early as 5am for a chance to see the Korean American singer-songwriter in person.
Woosung Talks The Rose’s 2026 Tour, New Album And Samsung Galaxy Event
The Galaxy A57 does one thing better than any budget Android phone, and it's a game-changer This Samsung phone scores higher on elegance that most mid-rangers I know. The sub-$600 Android phone category has plenty of reasonably good options. If you asked me a month ago to pick one, I would have probably suggested the OnePlus 15R for its top-tier gaming chops or the Pixel 10a for its handy …
‘BTS: The Return’ Documentary: 10 Things You Might Have Missed Original
(L-R) V, J-Hope, RM, Jung Kook, Suga, Jin and Jimin in "BTS: The Return" screenshot from Netflix The new Netflix documentary BTS: The Return follows the K-pop juggernaut as members RM, Jin, J-Hope, Suga, V, Jimin and Jung Kook reunite in Los Angeles to work on ARIRANG, their first album after a nearly four-year hiatus.
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