The Grammys are back in the spotlight. K-pop's international achievements are striking. However, exclusion from major categories persists. Recent nominations suggest the system may be shifting. Why does K-pop stall at the Grammy threshold? Overv…
The five-century choral tradition arrives again for Korean audiences. The Vienna Boys Choir bridges generations with a clear, pure sound. This visit offers a vivid display of the choir's history and musical value. Voices shaped by dormitory…
Katseye's first year tracked rapid change. Entering multiple main Billboard charts within a year of debut is rare. HYBE and Geffen Records' Korea-U.S. joint strategy has produced visible results in North America. However, this success raises…
Disney's live-action casting is back at the center of a heated debate. Values around inclusion clash with demands for fidelity to original works. Recent casting moves signal a rethinking of both box-office strategy and brand positioning. This co…
The 2026 drama slate leans heavily on proven source material and serial seasons. Broadcasters learned from big-budget misses in 2025 and now aim to cut risk and raise investment efficiency. Adaptations from web novels, webtoons (online comics), and …
Zootopia 2 opened to more than two million viewers in its first weekend, signaling a strong box-office start. The sequel keeps the originals humor while pushing a more overt political message. It uses fable to address structural problems li…
KBS will launch a new short drama series called "Love : Track" in 2025. Each episode will be a 30-minute romance anthology. The project is designed to discover new talent and to show a wide spectrum of love. The first broadcast is schedule…
The Netflix animated feature K-pop Demon Hunters has left a clear mark with its soundtrack. The OST rose to No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and the title single "Golden" reached No. 1 on the Hot 100 — an unprecedented result for an anime-based …
The 14th Diaspora Film Festival will take place in Incheon for five days starting May 22 next year. The festival looks at the lives of Korean-origin immigrants and multicultural families from a variety of perspectives. The choice o…
The third mini-album, Beat-Boxer, was released on Oct. 27, 2025. NEXZ shows a clear line of growth through powerful performances. Members' participation in writing and composing strengthens their artist identity. This comeback sits at the inters…