Hong Sang-soo, photo time alone… ‘full-term’ Kim Min-hee, who left the country with him, did not attend [DA:Issue]
MOVIESHan Ji-min, Lee Jun-hyuk‘s Perfect Visual Combination “Thank You Only” [DA★]Actress Han Ji-min revealed a photo she took with Lee Joon-hyuk and other actors after the end of ‘My Perfect Secretary’. On the night of the 15th, Han Ji-min posted a photo with the caption “Thank you very much” on her SNS. The revealed photo included a photo taken with Lee Joon-hyuk, who acted as a couple in the drama, as well as a photo with the actors and staff she worked with in the drama. In particular, the sweet and friendly visual chemistry between Han Ji-min and Lee Joon-hyuk caught everyone‘s attention. Meanwhile, SBS’s ‘My Perfect Secretary’, where Han Ji-min and Lee Joon-hyuk acted as lovers, ended on the 14th. Photo = Han Ji-min‘s SNSFeb 16, 2025
MOVIESDo Kyung-soo ♥ Won Jin-ah ‘Secret That Can‘t Be Told’ Korean Movie No. 1 [DA:Box]Do Kyung-soo ♥ Won Jin-ah‘s ‘Secret That Can’t Be Told’ Tops Korean Movie Box Office [DA:Box] The movie ‘Secret That Can‘t Be Told’ has topped the Korean movie box office thanks to the enthusiastic support and word of mouth from the audience. ‘Secret That Can’t Be Told’ is a fantasy romance movie that contains a miraculous magical moment that begins when Yoo-joon and Jung-ah accidentally meet in a campus practice room where the secret of time is hidden. In its third week of release, with various new releases being released, it not only took first place at the Korean movie box office with overwhelming success, but also ranked first in Korean movie seat sales, emerging as a box office hit. According to the Integrated Computer Network for Movie Tickets, the movie ‘Secret That Can‘t Be Told’ ranked first among Korean movies on Friday, February 14, mobilizing 16,776 viewers. This is because, despite being 20 days since its release, word-of-mouth from actual viewers is still showing no signsFeb 15, 2025
MOVIESLee Min-ho-Ahn Hyo-seop-Nana-Jisoo ‘Omniscient Reader‘s Viewpoint’ Confirmed for Release in July [Official]Lee Min-ho - Nana - Ji Soo ‘Omniscient Reader‘s Viewpoint’ Confirmed for July Theater Release [Official] The movie ‘Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint’ will be released in July 2025. ‘Omniscient Reader‘s Viewpoint’ is a fantasy action movie about a novel that has been serialized for over 10 years, but on the day it ends, the world within the novel becomes reality, and the only reader, ‘Kim Dok-ja’, must survive in the destroyed world with the novel’s protagonist, ‘Yoo Jung-hyuk’, and his colleagues. The launch trailer that was released this time begins with the reader‘s bewildered face on a subway that has stopped in the middle of Dongho Bridge. Kim Dok-ja, who intuitively senses that the exact same situation as the novel he was reading has unfolded, sees the destroyed world in the novel become reality just like that. The series continuously presents situations in which spaces in everyday life are destroyed, such as the Dongho Bridge that crosses the Han River that he passes by every day coFeb 15, 2025
MOVIESBlackpink Jisoo and Twice Dahyun, ‘Acting Idols’ Test BenchBlackpink‘s Jisoo and Twice’s Dahyun, who are expanding their scope as actors, are stepping into the ‘Acting Idol Test Bench’ with consecutive leading roles. Attention is focused on whether the two, who are each appearing in the Coupang Play drama ‘Newtopia’ and the movie ‘The Girl We Loved Back Then’, will be able to pass the test. Jisoo is releasing ‘Newtopia’, a two-top lead role with Park Jung-min, starting on the 7th. ‘Newtopia’ is a unique romantic comedy set in Seoul under attack by zombies, and it has already garnered attention as Jisoo‘s first work since establishing her personal agency, Blissoo. As if to prove such interest, ‘Newtopia’ is the first Coupang Play drama to receive a passing grade.Feb 14, 2025
MOVIES‘The Housemaid’, etc. 4 Classic Movies Adopted as National Registered Cultural Heritage [Entertainment News HOT]Four classic Korean films, including director Kim Ki-young‘s ‘The Housemaid’, have been selected as nationally registered cultural heritages. On the 13th, the Korean Film Archive announced, “The National Heritage Administration recently registered four films, including ‘Nakdonggang’ (directed by Jeon Chang-geun, 1952), ‘Money’ (directed by Kim So-dong, 1958), ‘The Housemaid’ (directed by Kim Ki-young, 1960), and ‘Seong Chunhyang’ (directed by Shin Sang-ok, 1961), as nationally registered cultural heritages.” With this, the Korean Film Archive now possesses a total of 12 nationally registered cultural heritages, including the eight existing films currently managed as nationally registered cultural heritages and the four newly registered films.Feb 13, 2025
MOVIESBong Joon-ho‘s new film premieres, Hong Sang-soo aims for an award… Berlin Film Festival invites 7 Korean filmsThe Berlin International Film Festival, which is considered one of the world‘s top three film festivals along with Cannes and Venice, will begin its 10-day journey with the opening ceremony held on the 13th (Korean time). A total of seven Korean films, including director Bong Joon-ho’s Hollywood production ‘Mickey 17’ and director Hong Sang-soo‘s new film ‘What the Nature Says to You’, which has advanced to the competition section and is aiming for an award, will meet global filmmakers at this film festival. Bong Joon-ho’s new film is revealed for the first time. The most talked-about film is definitely director Bong Joon-ho‘s ‘Mickey 17’. It has been 11 years since director Bong visited Berlin, since ‘Snowpiercer’ was screened in the Forum section in 2014. He has not won an award.Feb 13, 2025
MOVIESBen Affleck Directs and Stars in ‘Animals’… Fifth Season New FilmCJ ENM‘s global base camp, global studio FIFTH SEASON, has released news of new works one after another. According to CJ ENM, actor and director Ben Affleck recently confirmed his lead role in the film ‘Animals’ (Netflix), following his directing duties. Kerry Washington and Steven Yeun have also been confirmed to star in the film. ‘Animals’ tells the story of a mayoral candidate whose son is kidnapped. Filming is scheduled to begin in LA, USA in April. Fifth Season will produce with ‘Artists Equity’, the production company founded by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Director Joe Wright, known as the British romance master for ‘Pride and Prejudice’, and ‘Atonement’, will direct the AI thriller ‘Alignment’. ‘Alignment’ is about a global disaster caused by a fast-growing artificial intelligence company manipulating and distorting the global market.Feb 13, 2025
MOVIESDreamWorks Animation‘s First Live-Action Film, ’How to Train Your Dragon‘, Set for Release in JuneDreamWorks Animation‘s first live-action film, ‘How to Train Your Dragon’, has confirmed its theatrical release in June and has released its second poster and second trailer. The ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ series is a representative animation series of DreamWorks, a renowned animation company that has captivated audiences around the world and led to a box office syndrome with its solid story, unique characters, diverse attractions, and heart-warming messages over the course of three parts. The first story that led to its beginning has been reinterpreted as a live-action film and will be displayed on the screen with more spectacular and realistic visuals. The released second poster features the legendary dragon Knight Fury Toothless andFeb 13, 2025
MOVIES‘Pregnant’ Hong Sang-soo♥Kim Min-hee, Will They Walk the Red Carpet at the Berlin Film Festival? [DA:Issue]Adulterous couple director Hong Sang-soo and actress Kim Min-hee are raising curiosity about whether they will make their first official appearance since the news of their pregnancy. On the 13th (local time), the 75th Berlin International Film Festival will be held in Berlin, Germany. Director Hong Sang-soo‘s 33rd feature-length film, ‘What Is Nature Saying To You’, has been officially invited to the competition section of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. Kim Min-hee participated in the film as the production director. Accordingly, curiosity is rising about whether the two will walk the red carpet at the opening ceremony of the Berlin International Film Festival. Since the pregnancy rumors were reported, attention is being paid to whether she will appear at an official event. Also, if director Hong Sang-soo wins an award for ‘What is the Nature Saying to You?, there is also curiosity about whether he will mention the unborn child. Meanwhile, ‘What is the Nature Saying to YoFeb 13, 2025
MOVIESThriller ‘Invasion’, starring Kwak Sun-young and Girls‘ Generation’s Kwon Yuri, confirmed for release in MarchThe movie ‘Invasion’, starring actress Kwak Sun-young and Girls‘ Generation’s Kwon Yu-ri, has confirmed its theatrical release in March and unveiled its official poster. ‘Invasion’ is a psychological thriller that depicts the rift that occurs when Young-eun (Kwak Sun-young) faces Hae-young (Lee Seol) 20 years later, as her daily life falls apart due to her daughter So-hyun‘s strange behavior and Min (Kwon Yu-ri) loses her memories of the past. The official poster that was unveiled arouses curiosity with the tense expressions of the three entangled characters and the unique visuals that highlight the rift between them. First, the story of So-hyun, a 7-year-old daughter who is somehow different from others, being raised alone, and trying to prevent her daughter’s dangerous behaviorFeb 13, 2025
MOVIES‘Black Nuns’ Shin Jae-hwi‘s discoveryIn the currently showing ‘The Nuns in Black’, which has surpassed 1.5 million viewers, there is an actor who immediately caught the attention of the audience as much as Jeon Yeo-bin, who starred with Song Hye-kyo, who returned to the screen after 10 years. That actor is Shin Jae-hwi, who plays the young shaman Ae-dong. Ae-dong is the stuttering disciple of shaman Hyo-won (Kim Guk-hee), a close friend of Sister Yunia (Song Hye-kyo). Although she has not been able to properly demonstrate her abilities, she plays a decisive role in successfully leading the exorcism ritual with Sister Yunia, armed with a sense of kinship with the possessed boy Hee-jun (Moon Woo-jin) and a good heart to save him. Shin Jae-hwi has been playing a key role in successfully leading the exorcism.Feb 13, 2025
MOVIES‘Solo Hell 4’ Female Catfish Park Hae-rin, Pure → Alluring BeautyNetflix‘s dating variety show ’Solo Hell 4‘ Park Hae-rin’s new profile photo has been revealed. On the 10th, her agency WNY revealed several new profile photos of actress Park Hae-rin. In the released photos, Park Hae-rin perfectly pulls off a black off-shoulder one-piece dress, creating an urban atmosphere while also showing off her elegant figure with a relaxed smile, capturing attention. In another photo, she stares into the lens with her captivating eyes and exudes emotional charm, while in each cut, she perfectly expresses various gestures and poses with contrasting profile concepts, creating a deep atmosphere. In particular, Park Hae-rin debuted as Min-guk, a part-timer at a tteokbokki restaurant, in the drama series ‘Tarot’ , which made a big splash last year when it advanced to the competition section of the Cannes International Series in France, leaving a deep impression on viewers with her realistic acting skills. Park Hae-rin then played the role of theFeb 12, 2025
MOVIESSong Hye-kyo X Jeon Yeo-bin‘s exorcism, overwhelming with delicacy... ‘Black Nuns’ acclaimThe movie ‘The Nuns in Black’, which allows viewers to see a new side of actress Song Hye-kyo, is receiving rave reviews. It is eliciting a hot response due to the resonance provided by Song Hye-kyo and Jeon Yeo-bin‘s solid acting. The movie ‘The Nuns in Black’ (provided/distributed by: NEW | produced by: Film House | directed by: Kwon Hyuk-jae | cast: Song Hye-kyo, Jeon Yeo-bin, Lee Jin-wook, Moon Woo-jin) is a movie that tells the story of people who perform a forbidden ritual to save a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit. ‘The Nuns in Black’ is captivating audiences with the passionate performances of Song Hye-kyo and Jeon Yeo-bin, who have returned with new faces we’ve never seen before. Song Hye-kyo is perfectly expressing the unstoppable ‘Unia’, who pushes ahead with her plan with only the will to save the boy possessed by an evil spirit, drawing an explosive response from audiences. “Song Hye-kyo, a true legend who tears up the screen with her acting skills”(CGV_26****), “SoFeb 12, 2025
MOVIESKyung Soo Jin, Didn‘t Appear on ’I Live Alone‘... Current Status of Unemployed Rapper (Unemployed Apartment)The character stills of actress Kyung Soo-jin, a freeloader who can‘t find enough time in the movie ‘Baksu Apartment’, have been released. ‘Baksu Apartment’ is a mystery comedy-drama that depicts the story of Mirror, a freeloader who seeks justice by stirring up the neighborhood, investigating her neighbors to find the cause of the noise between floors that echoes through her apartment every 4 a.m. Actress Kyung Soo-jin, who has shown a wide range of acting spectrum in dramas such as [Detective Record], [Mouse], and the movie ‘The Emperor’s Case Note’, as well as captivating the public as the multi-talented and passionate ‘Detective Chief Inspector’ on the MBC entertainment show [I Live Alone], returns in ‘Baksu Apartment’ as Mirror, a freeloader who can‘t find enough time in the neighborhood. Mirror is the world’s busiest freeloader who fights against injustice in the neighborhood with her overflowing sense of justice and meddling, and even takes care of her nephews in place of her buFeb 12, 2025
MOVIES‘So Ji-sub‘s pick’ works again... ‘Substance’ The miracle of a paid art film‘Substance’, starring Hollywood actress Demi Moore, is overcoming the ‘barrier’ of being a youth-restricted (R-rated) art film and creating a long-term box office sensation that will remain in the art film box office for a long time. According to the Integrated Computer Network for Movie Tickets on the 11th, ‘Substance’, which was released on December 11th of last year, has maintained the top spot in the independent and art film box office for three months. With only 70,000 seats, which is only 4.1% of the total seats (as of the 10th), it is demonstrating its power to be in the top 5 of the overall box office including commercial films, beating out ‘IU Concert: The Winning’, ‘Harbin’. ‘Substance’Feb 12, 2025
MOVIESA new hero team to replace the ‘Avengers’… ‘Thunderbolts*’ is comingMarvel Studios‘ new movie ‘Thunderbolts*, which is confirmed to be released in April 2025, has released a Super Bowl trailer that heralds a unique team-up different from existing Marvel works, drawing attention. The video that was released together captures attention with the line, “The Avengers are not coming”, from CIA Director Valentina (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), and the appearance of a mysterious figure who turns the city dark and even destroys people with black powder. In a serious crisis that threatens the entire world, Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) joins Yelena (Florence Pugh), Red Guardian (David Harbour), and John Walker (Wyatt Russell).Feb 11, 2025
MOVIESDisney‘s live-action film ’Snow White‘ to be released in March... Will it make up for the failure of ’The Little Mermaid‘?Will Disney be able to recover from the painful box office failure of its live-action Disney film, The Little Mermaid, with ‘Snow White’? Disney announced the release of ‘Snow White’, its first fantasy musical film of 2025 and a live-action adaptation of the 1937 animated film ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’, in March, and released the main poster and special trailer. The film depicts the magical story of Disney‘s first princess, Snow White, as she fights with good heart and courage to reclaim her kingdom that was taken away by the evil queen. The released special trailer shows Snow White (Rachel Ziegler), who was born on a winter night during a blizzard,Feb 11, 2025
MOVIES‘Black Nuns’ Surpasses 1 Million in Indonesia, Ranks 1st in Philippines for 2 Consecutive Weeks… Global PowerThe movie ‘The Nuns’, starring Song Hye-kyo and Jeon Yeo-bin, is continuing its global long-term box office craze in Indonesia, the Philippines, and other countries. ‘The Nuns’, which tells the story of people who perform a forbidden ritual to save a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit, surpassed 1 million cumulative viewers in Indonesia and ranked first in the Philippines for two consecutive weeks since its release. It is also attracting attention as it is receiving enthusiastic praise from overseas media and audiences. The Indonesian media said, “It presents a new direction for the occult genre through a differentiated setting, and through this, presents a powerful story. In particular, Song Hye-kyoFeb 11, 2025
MOVIESHa Jung-woo‘s ‘Broken’, box office success and response ‘Broken’Actor Ha Jung-woo has once again suffered a blow to his pride. The movie ‘Broken’ in which he starred has been met with unprecedented harsh reviews and a box office failure. It seems that his title of ‘box actor’ has been damaged by the recent series of poor box office performances of his leading roles. ‘Broken’, which tells the story of a man who investigates the truth behind his younger brother‘s death, opened on the 5th with high expectations due to the meeting between Ha Jung-woo and Kim Nam-gil, but has been struggling without making a proper splash. It started off at number one on the first day, but was immediately overtaken in the rankings by ‘Hitman 2’ and ‘Secret That Cannot Be Told’, which were released 1-2 weeks earlier. It barely managed to maintain 3rd place.Feb 11, 2025
MOVIES‘Black Nuns’ Breaks Even Point... Cumulative Viewers 1.6 Million [DA:Box]‘The Nuns’ Breaks Even Point… Cumulative Viewers 1.6 Million [DA:Chart] The movie ‘The Nuns’ has surpassed the break-even point with a cumulative audience of 1.6 million. ‘The Nuns’ is a work that depicts the story of people who undertake a forbidden ritual to save a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit. Since its release on the 24th of last month, it surpassed the break-even point with a cumulative audience of 1.6 million on the 9th. The movie production team released a photo to express their gratitude to the audience. The main characters in the photo made a heart with their hands and affectionately greeted the audience. ‘The Nuns’, which has met audiences around the world with the great feat of pre-sales in 160 countries, is continuing its global success overseas as well. In Indonesia, it not only recorded the highest opening performance among Korean films released locally, but also recorded the second highest cumulative audience number among Korean films released in Indonesia toFeb 10, 2025