In South Korea, there's an unspoken formula that virtually ensures a TV show's success — webtoon adaptation. Webtoon-based series are seen as a surefire way to captivate audiences, with their out-of-the-box concepts, quirky characters and built-in fan base from the original webtoon. These adaptations often lead to series that resonate deeply with viewers and quickly capture global attention. Here are some celebrated webtoon adaptations that have made viewers cry and laugh, offering a weekend bin

19+ rated period drama explores free love in an era of strict traditions "Reply 1994" star Go A-ra is back on the small screen, this time in a steamy romance series titled "The Scandal of Chunhwa." The period drama explores love in an era when rigid decorum dictated interactions between men and women. It follows Hwa-ri (Go A-ra), a princess determined to choose her own husband, even as her father, the king, rushes to arrange her marriage after rumors spread that she is the protagonist of a provo

Netflix 2025 lineup includes boxing legend Manny Pacquiao in 'Physical: Asia' Netflix unveiled its 2025 content slate on Tuesday, promising a diverse lineup spanning TV series, films and entertainment shows. The global streaming powerhouse detailed its strategic vision at the "Next on Netflix 2025" press event on Tuesday, emphasizing its commitment to genre-spanning storytelling. "In the content industry, it's easy to fall into the temptation of repeating past successes. However, that is a trap.

Former employees step forward alleging years of mistreatment Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation is facing a third legal action against it, all of them initiated by the same unidentified person in less than a week based on allegations that its former weathercaster, Oh Yo-anna, was subjected to severe workplace harassment. Reports from former employees continue to surface, accusing the company of years of mistreatment. An online community posting on Monday said the user had reported MBC to the police

Oh reportedly expressed distress, revealing she was 'relying on medication' and suffering from 'excruciating pain near her heart' The bereaved family of former Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation weathercaster Oh Yo-anna, who died by suicide last year, has filed a civil lawsuit against one of her colleagues amid growing allegations that she endured severe workplace harassment. It was confirmed on Thursday that Oh’s family filed the lawsuit on Jan. 23 at the Seoul Central District Court, seeking dama

Netflix releases poster, first-look images of final season Netflix has officially announced June 27 as the premiere date for the highly anticipated third season of "Squid Game." According to the streaming service, season three will thrust Ki-hun (Lee Jung-jae) into a relentless fight for survival following a failed and bloody rebellion against the game’s masterminds. The upcoming season lands six months after season two debuted in December 2024. According to Netflix, both seasons were filmed bac

Digitally manipulated video in K-drama sex scenes sparks controversy Korea's broadcasting industry is increasingly embracing "deepfake" technology — an application of machine learning that seamlessly merges synthetic images and audio to create hyperrealistic media. However, as these digital manipulations push the limits of what has previously been possible on the small screen, they have also ignited a firestorm of controversy. The latest flash point in this debate centers on the use of body doub

Korea's most celebrated TV personality notches record 20th award Korea’s top comedian Yoo Jae-suk cemented his legacy at the 2024 Seoul Broadcasting System Entertainment Awards, notching an unprecedented 20th career grand prize. With the historic win, Yoo now holds the record for the most grand prizes won by anyone across the three major broadcasting networks' entertainment awards and the Baeksang Arts Awards. On Wednesday, SBS recognized Yoo for his performance on hit variety show "Running Man"

Ju says he drew inspiration from renowned doctor Lee Guk-jong for 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' Ju Ji-hoon, the leading man behind K-drama powerhouses like "Princess Hours" and Netflix’s smash hit "Kingdom," is back with his latest role as a heroic doctor in the Netflix series "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call." Ju, known for his knack for choosing larger-than-life roles adapted from hit Korean comics, shared that he hopes to deliver a sense of cathartic satisfaction through the adrenaline-ch

Lost in rumination The exhibition “Tale” is running through the end of March at Gallery Royal in Seoul, inviting those who value solitary contemplation. The majority of the 35 works hanging on the gallery walls -- mostly white painted wood and canvas -- are untitled. “I just draw the bare minimum of what I think should be there to convey what I feel,” artist Choi Hong-sun said, referring to his canvasses painted gray with a line or two drawn across them. He was inspired by desert and prairie in

Legendary K-drama creators come together for 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' Netflix's highly anticipated romance series "When Life Gives You Tangerines," starring Hallyu sensations Lee Ji-eun (also known by her stage name IU) and Park Bo-gum, will be released March 7, the global streaming service announced Thursday. It also unveiled the series' official poster and trailer. The series tells the story of Gwan-sik (Park) and Ae-soon (Lee) as they navigate growth and love against the picturesque b

Popular webtoon gets 'Kick-Ass'-style screen adaptation Tving original series "Study Group" will bring the wildly popular Naver Webtoon of the same name to life, fusing quirky character dynamics with a vibrant visual style, according to director Lee Jang-hoon on Wednesday. The 10-episode series follows Ga-min (Hwang Min-hyun), an academic underachiever in a school where one's social ranking is determined by physical prowess. Amid the chaos of school life, Ga-min, who comes to find that he excels

Naver Webtoon rides wave of popular big-screen adaptations Popular horror series "Stagtown" will be expanding from phone screens to the big screen with its own live-action adaptation, Naver Webtoon announced Wednesday. "Stagtown" was discovered through Naver Webtoon’s global amateur creator platform, Canvas. Since its official 2021 serialization on the company's English-language platform Webtoon, the series gained significant popularity in North America, surpassing 18 million views. The story fo

'Infinite Challenge' veterans reunite on show to air on MBC, Disney+ K-pop icon G-Dragon is set to shine in his first-ever solo entertainment show, "Good Day," a high-octane variety show with a star-studded guest roster that includes K-pop girl group aespa, actors Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Go-eun as well as celebrity chef Ahn Sung-jae. It is to be helmed by star producer Kim Tae-ho, known for his long-standing collaborations with G-Dragon on "Infinite Challenge," including memorable appearances in th

Director emphasizes fictional nature of medical drama series amid doctors' strike Ju Ji-hoon, known for his lead roles in K-drama juggernauts like Disney+'s "Light Shop" and Netflix's "Kingdom," will step into scrubs to play a heroic doctor battling life-or-death crises in his latest venture, "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call." Adapted from a massively popular webtoon, the series follows the story of genius surgeon Kang-hyuk (Ju) as he navigates pulse-pounding emergencies. Speaking Tuesday at a p