It is the voice of film that echoes across the Ulju Alps each autumn. South Korea’s only mountain film festival connects a local valley with a global audience. It puts nature, risk, and environmental themes onto the screen. It also injects fresh ene…
Grandmother rappers from Chilgok are stepping onto a new stage. Their challenge blurs local and generational lines. Participation in variety shows becomes more than personal expression — it becomes public culture. Health, ethics, and commercial use …
The Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Fest stitches together stories of mountains and people on screen. Set against the clean forests and peaks of the Yeongnam Alps (a mountain range in southeastern South Korea), it began in 2016 as an international film fes…
The Beautiful Hapcheon Independent Film Festival began in 2020 as a small, regionally rooted celebration of independent cinema. Held each autumn around the Hapcheon Video Theme Park, it brings emerging filmmakers together with local residents and vi…
The Hoengseong Deodeok Festival is held in Cheongil-myeon, Hoengseong County, in Gangwon Province (a mountainous region in northeastern South Korea). It is a local festival that promotes both the taste and the health reputation of deodeok (a native …
Sound Planet Festival will take place on September 13–14, 2025, at Paradise City on Yeongjong Island in Incheon. Rolling Hall’s 30th-anniversary celebration connects the club’s indie roots with a wider audience. About 70 domestic and international a…
Why the Busan International Comedy Festival is in the Spotlight Start short and sharp. By late August 2025, performance halls across downtown Busan were reportedly packed. However, a week before the opening, news spread that veteran comedian Jeon Yu…
"A Stage Built by the Audience" — Kkangchon Night Returns Kkangchon night returns — this time with music. At 6:00 p.m. on August 23, 2025, a small speaker was turned on in the front yard of the Kkangchon Cultural Center in Gaechon‑5‑ri, Ba…
Why is this stage so hot in Gangneung? The night smelled of summer. On Aug 16, 2025, a crowd filled the temporary stage area at Gyeongpo Lake Plaza in Gangneung, a coastal city in Gangwon Province known for beaches and festivals. (Busking means stre…
G-Dragon's 'Garbage Bag' Gift: Thoughtful Gesture or Tone-Deaf Move? In anticipation of his 2025 world tour "Übermensch,” K-pop icon G-Dragon drew attention for a rather unconventional PR move. Ahead of his concert at Goy…
Song Ga-in's Cruise Journey: A New Horizon in Korean Culture and Fandom Korean singer Song Ga-in recently concluded a successful cruise trip with her fans, an event that has redefined the concept of fan engagement and opened new doors for …
Hana Bank 2024-2025 Women’s Pro Basketball All-Star Festival: Where Culture Meets Sports The Hana Bank 2024-2025 Women’s Pro Basketball All-Star Festival is more than an athletic event—it's a celebration of cultural exchange t…
Bogotá: The Land of Last Chances, A City of Challenges and Charm The film "Bogotá: The Land of Last Chances" brings the Colombian capital to life, exploring its rich and complex social and cultural tapestry. South Korean actor S…
Jeon Mi-ra's Latest Social Media Update: A Celebration of Life and Gratitude Recently, Jeon Mi-ra, the wife of renowned Korean singer Yoon Jong-shin, drew attention by sharing heartwarming moments from her life on social media. Her post was m…