Kakao Games and SM Entertainment have launched a global closed beta test (CBT) for SMiniz. The title pairs collectible fan-driven content with the accessibility of a match-3 puzzle. Development is handled by MetaBora (a subsidiary of K…
TVXQ's activities in Japan went beyond ordinary success; they changed the industry's landscape. Entering Nissan Stadium set a new benchmark for foreign artists. Consistent touring and a deep localization strategy were the main engines. This…
Netflix's hit Squid Game is getting an American reimagining. The new series will share the original's premise while relocating the story into U.S. society. Korean producers will join the project to help preserve the original show's ident…
An international conference in Seoul exposed the practical challenges of co-productions. Cross-border sharing of budgets and risk opens doors for big projects. However, cultural identity concerns and legal barriers remain obstacles. Policy choices a…
Korean webtoons met fans face to face at New York Comic Con. Naver Webtoon returned for a second straight year at NYCC, expanding its presence on the show floor. Creator signings and limited-edition merchandise helped strengthen fandom bonds. This e…
The 2025 International OTT Forum opens again. This event offers a chance to redefine how collaboration and competition shape the global OTT ecosystem. Industry leaders, government officials, and creators will meet to debate AI and content strategies…
This is a decisive signal of change. CJ CGV will close its final Los Angeles location in 2025 and withdraw from direct theater operations in the United States. The company says it acknowledges the structural shift brought by the pandemic and the …
HYBE set up a local subsidiary, "HYBE India," in Mumbai in September 2025. This move becomes the company’s fifth overseas hub, after bases in Japan, the United States, Latin America, and China. The stated goals include discovering local ar…
"A New Greeting from the Boys Next Door" Before the stage, the crowd holds its breath. At 12:00 a.m. on August 18, 2025, Yonhap News (South Korea's national news agency) reported that a new single had been released in Japan. The group …