SEOUL, Apr. 4 (Korea Bizwire) – Originating from South Korea, the innovative vertical-scrolling digital comics known as webtoons are expanding their reader base internationally, transcending their niche subculture status to become mainstream entertainment content enjoyed by audiences worldwide. Previously perceived as a hobby among a select group of enthusiasts outside Korea, webtoons have now emerged as [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean food giant Nongshim announced on Saturday that it will introduce its iconic “Hangang Shin Ramyun” instant noodles to over 800 chefs, judges, and gourmets attending the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony in Seoul on March 26. Regarded as the “Academy Awards of gastronomy,” the Asia’s 50 Best [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – As K-pop continues to capture hearts worldwide, the food and beverage industry is keenly leveraging this global phenomenon by collaborating with K-pop artists to target international markets. Coca-Cola is setting a prime example by launching a special edition product named ‘Coca-Cola Zero K-Wave’ in 36 countries, drawing inspiration from [...]
BANGKOK, Jan. 18 (Korea Bizwire) — Korean food is garnering positive responses at the United Nations office cafeteria in Bangkok, Thailand, marking the first time Korean cuisine has been featured in a cafeteria of a major international organization. Since September of last year, the cafeteria at the UN Conference Center (UNCC) in Bangkok has been offering Korean [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – Barbara Zitwer, an American literary agent renowned for bringing Korean authors like Shin Kyung-sook and Han Kang to global prominence, has released a book about her travels in Korea, titled ‘The Korean Book of Happiness’. Preferring the nickname “Barbara,” she compiles her experiences in the book, recommending unique cultural aspects, [...]
BUSAN, Jan. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – A high school specializing in educating students on K-pop and related performances will open in the southeastern port city of Busan, the city’s education authorities said Sunday. The Busan Metropolitan City Office of Education said it will push for turning a middle school, which is soon to be closed, [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – “Gangnam Style,” a 2012 global sensation by South Korean singer-rapper Psy, reached another milestone Saturday as the song’s popularity has continued for more than a decade. The music video for the song exceeded 5 billion views on YouTube. Unveiled in July 2012, the main track from Psy’s sixth full-length [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 15 (Korea Bizwire) — As the year 2023 draws to a close, the K-pop industry reflects on a year marked by extended global expansion and a continued craze for girl groups following the trend from last year. While the temporary hiatus of superstar BTS for its members’ mandatory military service posed a new [...]
BTS performing at the beginning of their career, about 10 years ago. SEOUL, Nov. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – The remaining four members of K-pop megastar BTS — RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook — will begin their mandatory military service next month, music industry sources said Wednesday. According to the sources well informed of the matter, [...]
NEW DELHI & SEOUL, Nov. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – A three-day Korean film festival is set to unfold in the Indian capital, New Delhi, commencing this Tuesday, as part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and India this year. The Korean Cultural Center India (KCCI) has announced that the [...]