South Korean action-horror film “Colony,” directed by Yeon Sang-ho, reportedly earned an estimated ₱20 million on its opening day in the Philippines on May 27, setting what industry observers described as the biggest movie opening in the country so far this year. The zombie thriller stars Jun...
Korean actors Seo In-guk and Park Ji-hyun said it was the emotional realism of “See You at Work Tomorrow!” that convinced them to take on the upcoming office romance series, which explores love and burnout inside a modern workplace. Park Ji-hyun said she was immediately drawn to the role of Cha...
Tax authorities in South Korea have seized an apartment owned by actress Kim Sa-rang , the former Miss Korea winner best known for the drama " Secret Garden. " Korean media outlet Ilyo Shinmun reported on May 15 that the Samsung Tax Office under South Korea’s National Tax Service seized an...
Korean actor Jang Dong-ju has announced his retirement from the entertainment industry following a hacking and blackmail incident that reportedly caused him massive financial losses. He is 31. The actor, who appeared in the Netflix series " Trigger ," shared the news through Instagram on May 14....
Actors Yoo Hae-jin and Ryu Seung-ryong emerged as the biggest winners at the Baeksang Arts Awards held on May 8 at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul. The annual awards ceremony recognized excellence in South Korean television, film, and theater. This year’s event was hosted for the eighth time by actress...
Korean zombie thriller “Colony” is set for its official screening at the 79th Cannes Film Festival , running from May 12 to 23 in Cannes, France. The film is directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the global hit " Train to Busan ," marking another major international showcase...
The Muntinlupa City government welcomed the fourth batch of Korean volunteer teachers who were deployed to childhood development centers (CDCs). The partnership of the Muntinlupa City government with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Philippine National Volunteer Service...
The Philippines has taken a major step in fortifying its digital defenses after the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Republic of Korea formally signed an agreement to establish a National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) in the country. The Records of Discussion...
South Korean actress Han Da-gam has announced that she is expecting her first child at the age of 45. In a heartfelt letter posted on Instagram, the actress—formerly known as Han Eun-jung—shared that she became pregnant in her sixth year of marriage, describing the moment as both emotional and...
Siheung Gaetgol Eco Park sits quietly in Siheung City, Gyeonggi Province. It is wide, green, and full of open skies. It feels like a place where time slows down. The park is also a familiar sight for K-drama fans. The hit series “Encounter,” starring Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum, filmed scenes...
Korean trot singer Kim Ho-joong, 34, is expected to be released in November while serving a prison sentence for hit-and-run and dangerous driving charges. The case stems from a traffic incident on May 9, 2024, when Kim struck a taxi and fled the scene in Gangnam, Seoul. Following the incident, his...
Some of South Korea’s biggest names are heading back to television this year, with Park Min-young , Ahn Hyo-seop , and Seo Kang-jun leading a fresh slate of Korean originals. The projects were unveiled during the “Prime Video Presents: Philippines” event, where Prime Video Southeast Asia...
