Category: cinema of south korea

Ha Jung-woo Opens Up About His New Thriller Nocturnal, Social Media Presence, and Role Selection

Korean Actor Ha Jung-woo Discusses Nocturnal – A Raw and Intense Thriller Exploring Revenge In an exclusive interview, renowned Korean actor Ha Jung-woo offers a deep dive into his upcoming film Nocturnal, a gripping thriller that promises to take audiences on a wild ride through a fresh perspective on the age-old theme of revenge. Known […]

Korean Actress Kim Min-hee, 42, Expecting First Child with Director Hong Sang-soo

Director Hong Sang-soo, 64, left his wife for actress Kim Min-hee in 2015. The child she is carrying will be the first for both of them Kim Min-hee, 42, Expecting First Child with Director Hong Sang-soo, 64 Korean actress Kim Min-hee, renowned for her captivating performances in films like The Handmaiden (2016) and On the […]

‘Harbin’ Dominates Korea Box Office for Third Consecutive Week, Surpasses $27M

“Historical Thriller Harbin Tops Korea Box Office for Third Weekend, Captures 38% of Sales” Harbin, the historical thriller directed by Woo Min-ho, continued to dominate the Korean box office during its third weekend, adding an additional $2 million from January 10-12. This brings the film’s cumulative earnings to an impressive $27.1 million, with 4.1 million […]

‘Harbin’ Hits Global Markets: Korean Box Office Sensation Sold to 117 Nations

Korean Thriller Harbin Earns Over $25M at Local Box Office, Sold to 117 Countries The historical thriller Harbin has proven to be a major hit in South Korea, grossing over $25 million at the local box office. The film, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Korea, has captivated audiences with its gripping storytelling, intense […]

Hyun Bin Opens Up About Fatherhood and His Role in ‘Harbin’

Hyun Bin Prioritizes Family and Discusses Pressures of ‘Harbin’ Hyun Bin revealed that his son and wife, Crash Landing on You co-star Son Ye-jin, are his top priorities. He also opened up about the challenges and pressures of working on his new film, Harbin, where he portrays a Korean independence fighter. Despite the intense preparation […]

2024 Sees Korean Films Outsell Foreign Blockbusters at Box Office

Korean films capture 58 percent audience share, offering diverse genres from occult to comedy In a remarkable turn of events, Korean films have surged ahead in box office dominance, surpassing foreign films in 2024. According to the Korean Film Council’s end-of-year report, from January to November 2024, Korean films captured 58.1% of the market share, […]

Exhuma and The Roundup Among South Korea’s Top-Grossing Films Worldwide in 2024

As the world celebrates the holiday season, here’s a look at the highest-grossing South Korean films of 2024. Korean cinema continues to captivate global audiences in 2024, delivering a variety of compelling stories and showcasing remarkable talent. The year’s top films not only resonated with domestic audiences but also made a significant impact internationally, cementing […]

Korean Director Defends ‘Firefighters’ Against Politically Charged Criticism

Korean Director Kwak Defends ‘Firefighters’ Amid Political Backlash and Family Controversy The South Korean film Firefighters has been thrust into the center of political and public scrutiny, following allegations of political influence linked to its director, Kwak Gyu-taek. The film, which premiered on December 4, has gained both critical acclaim and unexpected financial success. However, […]

“Squid Game Returns as Seoul Faces Real-Life Political Turmoil”

Squid Game filmmaker Hwang Dong-hyuk joins growing calls for the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, expressing his ‘heavy-hearted’ feelings about the ongoing political chaos in the country. Squid Game Returns Amid South Korea’s Political Crisis Squid Game, Netflix’s most popular show, is back with its highly-anticipated second season, premiering on Monday. The ultra-violent […]

“Exclusive: Lee Se Young Reflects on 3 Idiots and Aspires to SimilarSomething Similar”

Lee Se Young recently shared her thoughts on her upcoming project What Comes After Love, discussing her belief in eternal love and how it influences her approach to her roles. She also expressed a deep desire to visit the Taj Mahal, captivated by its symbolism of lasting love. Additionally, Lee Se Young revealed her attraction […]

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