Jang Jae-hyun, a South Korean film director and screenwriter, earned acclaim for his work on blockbuster films such as The Priests (2015), Svaha: The Sixth Finger (2019), and Exhuma (2024). His career took off when he worked as an assistant director on the period drama Masquerade (2012). Jang Jae-hyun was also praised for his short…
9th London East Asia Film Festival: “Locust” Review
Every generation has its angry young men, rebelling against the cultural conformity of the era. From James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause and Marlon Brando in The Wild One pushing back against the stifling conservatism of the Eisenhower age, to the various turn-of-the-century studies of disaffected adults stilted by middle-class life, these are snapshots…
COME: From Producing for K-pop Stars to Creating His Own Sound – Exclusive Interview
South Korean singer and producer Kim Jong Myoung, widely known as COME and operating as Zomay in his production work, has steadily built a significant place in the K-pop industry. With his ability to adapt to the diverse artistic visions of major artists, he has collaborated with some of the biggest names, contributing to great…
Iconic and Unapologetic: NANA Youngrong Kim on Korea’s Drag Scene, Creative Process, and Pioneering in Fashion – Exclusive Interview
South Korea’s drag scene is home to some of the most creative and talented queens out there. The community is thriving with performers ranging from cabaret singers like Hurricane Kimchi to Dragula’s Hoso Terra Toma. In Itaewon, Seoul’s main LGBTQIA+ district, you’ll find diverse communities and clubs, including Trance, one of the longest-running LGBTQIA+ nightclubs…
That’s a Wrap! Seoul’s 2nd C.at Work Festa Concludes Succesfully with Over 16,000 Visitors
Now in its second year, C.at Work Festa again proved to be a great success, drawing in both pre-registered attendees and passersby alike. Positioned as a dynamic celebration where trends and culture meet, the event offered diverse engaging content. Bringing the rich diversity and global impact of K-culture, from fashion to art, this year’s edition…
Sindy On Her Career and Collaborations – Exclusive Interview
Sindy’s journey through the music took her in various directions. From her early days of learning piano at just three years old to performing in her teens, music has been an ever-present force in her life. While her path may have begun in South Korea, it soon led her to Japan, where she blossomed into…
BFI Announces Full Programme for ECHOES IN TIME: KOREAN FILMS OF THE GOLDEN AGE AND NEW CINEMA
The BFI has announced the full program for Echoes in Time: Korean Films of the Golden Age and New Cinema, a major new season running from 28 October to 31 December at BFI Southbank. Curated by Young Jin Eric Choi and Goran Topalovic, the season spotlights two transformative eras in Korean cinema: the Golden Age…
Hong Kong Cantopop Duo, TWINS, Announces UK Stop for Their World Tour
TWINS is a well-known Cantopop duo from Hong Kong, created by Emperor Entertainment Group (EEG) in 2001. The group features Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung, two part-time models turned singers who quickly rose to fame across Asia. From their early days, TWINS captured the hearts of young teens with their catchy, upbeat music, but by…
A.C.E 2024 Europe Tour: A.C.E Aced It with Rewind US! – Concert Review
The story of EartH Theatre, now known as Evolutionary Arts Hackney (EartH), is as fascinating as the shows it holds. Originally built in 1936, this Art Deco building was once a beloved community hub. It thrived as a cinema for decades until the last film was screened in 1984. In the years that followed, the…
Sunburnkids: Unmasking the “Elephant in the Room” – Exclusive Interview
Creative individuals often express their vulnerability in stark contrast to those who choose to conceal their emotions behind layers of metaphor and abstraction. For South Korean artist Sunburnkids, the release of his debut full-length album, Elephant in the Room, presents a daring leap into the deep recesses of his life, unearthing scars he once kept…
UTOP1A Unleashed: P1Harmony Set to Light Up Europe in 2025
South Korean boy group P1Harmony is ready to make a powerful impact across Europe with their highly anticipated 2025 P1Harmony LIVE TOUR [P1ustage H: UTOP1A]. Known for their performances and interesting sound, the six-member group is set to deliver, yet again, great shows to their European fans. Kicking off in early 2025, the tour will…
KARD Prepares to Embark on Their 2024 European Tour: “Where To Now?”
KARD, a South Korean co-ed group formed by DSP Media, debuted in 2017 with members J.Seph, BM, Somin, and Jiwoo. The group gained international attention even before their official debut through their card-game concept and reggaetón-influenced sound. Their discography features trendy, dancehall and house-inspired music, which helped them establish a significant presence in North and…
“BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE – EPISODE NAGI” – Kicks Off on Crunchyroll This Friday (Oct 18th)
Get ready, anime fans! The intense, action-packed world of BLUE LOCK is about to raise the stakes once again as BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE – EPISODE NAGI – arrives on Crunchyroll this Friday, October 18th. Fans in the UK can catch all the thrilling soccer action, streaming in both Japanese with English subtitles and English…
Paris and London, Brace Yourselves – Chinese Hip-Hop Star MASIWEI is Back!
The leader of the Chinese hip-hop revolution, MASIWEI, is about to begin his Dark Horse Season tour. The shows in Paris and London will surely bring a mix of cutting-edge rap and intensive energy. After a busy year of dominating stages worldwide, the artist is ready to visit the aforementioned countries once again. A Game…
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