An expanded global presence ― this may best describe Korea s culture and art scene in 2022, as a wider sphere of cultural fields has been in the international spotlight. These achievements were embodied in the many firsts and accolades bestowed at internationally acclaimed cultural festivals, including Korea s and Asia s first win at the Emmy Awards with “Squid Game,” a Korean actor s first Cannes prize, dozens of awards in literature and classical music, the opening of a renowned art fair and new waves in K-pop and K-dramas.
Korean pianist Lee Hyuk has won the first prize at the Long-Thibaud International Competition held in France, along with Japanese pianist Kamei Masaya, according to its organizer.