MOVIES“The perfect return of a genius director”… ‘Mickey 17’ Original SF that only Bong Joon-ho can do[Review]This is the perfect return of ‘genius director’ Bong Joon-ho. Even in his collaboration with Warner Brothers, a Hollywood mega-film company, Director Bong Joon-ho‘s unique humor and solid sense of theme are firmly engraved like a stamp. A satire disguised as SF, not a SF blockbuster, but an original SF black comedy. It is a completely new SF film, ‘Mickey 17’, which you have never seen anywhere before. ‘Mickey 17’ depicts the story of Mickey (Robert Pattinson), who owes a lot of money on Earth, boarding the spaceship of the Ice Planet pioneer group led by Marshall (Mark Ruffalo), a powerful politician, and working as the Expendable. He takes on dangerous tasks.Feb 18, 2025
MOVIES‘Guitar Man’, a ‘return work’ that became a ‘posthumous work’… ‘Guitar Man’, starring the late Kim Sae-ron, to be released in the first half of the yearWhen actress Kim Sae-ron suddenly passed away, the movie ‘Guitar Man’, which was supposed to be her ‘comeback project’, unfortunately ended up becoming her ‘posthumous work’. ‘Guitar Man’ was Kim Sae-ron‘s ‘second comeback project’, which was chosen after her plan to return with the play ‘Dongchimi’ in May of last year fell through, so it is known that she was very passionate about filming it. According to the film industry on the 17th, the film ‘Guitar Man’ finished all filming in November of last year and is currently being edited with the goal of a release in the first half of this year. ‘Guitar Man’, a low-budget independent film, depicts what happens when a genius guitarist joins the underground band Volcano. Originally planned to direct, director Shin Jae-ho dropped out in the middle,Feb 17, 2025
MOVIESLee Byung-hun X Yoo Ah-in, ‘The Match’ to be released on March 26The movie ‘Match’ has confirmed its release on March 26th. The movie ‘Match’ (Director: Kim Hyung-joo | Provided/Distributed by: Bypoem Studio | Produced by: Film Company Wolgwang | Co-produced by: BH Entertainment) tells the story of South Korea‘s greatest Go legend, Cho Hun-hyun (Lee Byung-hun), who, after losing a match against his student, challenges himself to the top once again with his innate competitive spirit. In the poster that was released, all-time South Korean acting legend Lee Byung-hun has perfectly transformed into South Korea’s greatest Go legend, Cho Hun-hyun, and has captured his charismatic appearance. In addition, the competitive image of Cho Hun-hyun as a noodle player is also captured as it is, making one feel the overwhelming power of the movie just from the poster alone. Lee Byung-hun will make a comeback to the screen in two years since ‘Concrete Utopia’ in 2023 and will be active as a matchmaker in theaters. In particular, as he is about to release the OTT glFeb 17, 2025
MOVIESLee Moo-saeng confirmed to appear in Netflix‘s ’You Killed Me‘, working with Jeon So-ni and Lee Yu-mi [Official]Actor Lee Moo-saeng is transforming through the Netflix series ‘You Killed Me’. ‘You Killed Me’ is a work that depicts the story of two women who decide to commit murder in the face of a reality that they cannot escape unless they kill or die and get involved in an unexpected incident. Lee Moo-saeng joins actors Jeon So-ni, Lee Yoo-mi, and Jang Seung-jo who have confirmed their appearances. Lee Moo-saeng plays the role of Jin So-baek, the CEO of Jinkang Sanghoe, a large food material store. Jin So-baek, who has risen to his current position through self-made success, becomes a strong supporter who finds out about Eun-soo (played by Jeon So-ni) and Hee-soo‘s (played by Lee Yoo-mi) plan and supports them. Lee Moo-saeng, who digests the unknown character Jin So-baek with his sophisticated style, foreshadows a weighty presence with his performance that adds to the tension. Lee Moo-saeng, who previously showed his villainous instincts in the Netflix drama ‘Gyeongseong Creature 2’ as CaptainFeb 17, 2025
MOVIESYoo Ah-in‘s ’The Match‘ to be released in theaters on March 26... Poster features only Lee Byung-hunThe movie ‘Match’, which had been delayed for a long time due to the drug use scandal involving its lead actor Yoo Ah-in, has finally confirmed its theater release on March 26. ‘Match’ is the story of South Korea‘s greatest Go legend Cho Hoon-hyun (Lee Byung-hun), who, after losing to his disciple Lee Chang-ho (Yoo Ah-in), challenges himself to become the best again with his innate competitive spirit. In the poster that has been released, you can see South Korea’s all-time acting legend Lee Byung-hun‘s perfect transformation into South Korea’s greatest Go legend Cho Hoon-hyun. In addition, the poster alone captures Cho Hoon-hyun‘s competitive spirit.Feb 17, 2025
MOVIES‘Rising Romantic Comedy King’ Lee Jun-hyuk vs. ‘Fallen Romantic Comedy King’ Lee Min-ho, Box Office Joys and SorrowsActors Lee Joon-hyuk and Lee Min-ho, who set out to captivate viewers with romance, had mixed box office successes. Lee Joon-hyuk stood tall as the new ‘Rom-Com King’ with SBS‘s ‘My Perfect Secretary’, but ‘Original Rom-Com King’ Lee Min-ho, who returned with tvN’s ‘Ask the Stars’, had his pride hurt by receiving a miserable box office report card. Lee Joon-hyuk, who has been active in genre works such as ‘The Outlaws 3’, ‘Secret Forest’, and ‘Good or Bad Dong-jae’, successfully transformed his image through the romance drama ‘My Perfect Secretary’, which he chose for the first time in six years since tvN‘s ‘To You Who Forgot Poetry’ in 2018. CE, a successful female headhunter companyFeb 17, 2025
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, the ‘Acting Idols’ TestBlackpink Jisoo and Twice 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-star 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, Bliss. As if to prove such interest, ‘Newtopia’ is the first Coupang Play drama to be released in a while.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