Historical K-drama Joseon Exorcist was cancelled after just two episodes. Photo: SBS
The Korean entertainment industry is on high alert for Chinese money in K-dramas after the SBS historical drama
Joseon Exorcist was cancelled after just two episodes last month.
One of the criticisms levelled at
Joseon Exorcist was that Chinese foods – such as mooncakes and Chinese-style dumplings – as well as Chinese-style sets and props were used in the drama, which was set in Korea’s Joseon Kingdom.
Although the drama was made with 100% Korean investment, the scenes touched a nerve for many Koreans, who are growing wary of cultural appropriation by China and Chinese product placements in Korean dramas.
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Apr 02, 2021 09:36 PM EDT
After the massive success of her record-breaking drama Mr. Queen, will Shin Hye Sun be dominating the silver screen this 2021?
(Photo : YNK Entertainment Official Instagram)
Shin Hye Sun Might Dominate the Big Screen with Open the Door
According to media reports, Shin Hye Sun is preparing for a new project. Then, on April 2, her home agency YNK Entertainment clarified the reports and released their statements that the My Golden Life star received an offer for the forthcoming movie Open the Door.
According to YNK Entertainment,
It is true that our artist Shin Hye Sun has received a casting offer for the film Open the Door. But, there is no final decision yet if she will be considering the role.
By Park Han-sol
Thanks to the global streaming platforms Netflix, YouTube and Viu ― a Hong Kong-based over-the-top (OTT) provider serviced in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa ― the popularity of Korean entertainment, especially K-dramas, continues to soar in Thailand.
K-dramas have become trendy, everyday conversation starters for many people in the Southeast Asian country. And recently, they have also begun to move in on the local podcast scene, according to a recent report by Bang Ji-hyun, a correspondent in Thailand for the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE).
One such podcast is Korseries Podcast launched in December last year by Thailand s popular Korean entertainment news website Korseries.com.
Mar 12, 2021 03:46 AM EST
Being a certified K-drama-obsessed is not just simply because of the actors, but also the fancy costumes and jewelries worn by your favorite Korean celebrities.
(Photo : tvN s Official Instagram)
The Korean culture has become one of the most popular and well-preserved identities in Asia. Lots of TV dramas and movies are influenced by the country s culture and even set new trends. Just like in the recent sageuk (historical dramas), fantasy drama Mr. Queen and Netflix s Joseon Kingdom series Kingdom, which captivated viewers interest for its costumes and jewelry, all of which are historically genuine but with new creative and artistic approaches.