BBC Studios has announced that audiences across Asia will be the first to watch Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo’s Haenyeo Adventure on their screens, with the series set to premiere on BBC Earth and BBC Player in Asia on 11 May. A first original co-production between BBC Studios and Korean media company JTBC, Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo’s Haenyeo Adventure immerses viewers in Korean star Song Ji-hyo’s journey as she undertakes the greatest challenge of her life: free diving with the legendary … [Read more...] about Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo’s Haenyeo Adventure descends onto BBC Earth
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Banijay Entertainment lifts the curtain on must-see London TV Screenings Line-Up
Global content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, has announced its top-tier premium line-up for its exclusive London TV Screenings event, Banijay @ BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. With a range of captivating and multi-genre programming, the group’s event will span three sessions on Wednesday, 26th February. Headlining the 2025 showcase is Maigret the first contemporary television adaptation of Georges Simenon’s beloved detective novels, from the Golden Globe and BAFTA award-winning production company … [Read more...] about Banijay Entertainment lifts the curtain on must-see London TV Screenings Line-Up
CJ ENM Announces Seven Honorees of “2024 Visionary” Spearheading the Entertainment Industry”
Leading entertainment company CJ ENM announced today the honorees of “2024 Visionary,” awarded to the visionaries who spearhead trends and innovations in the entertainment industry. The seven honorees of “2024 Visionary” are as follows (in alphabetical order): KANG FULL, Kim Yong-hoon, Monika, Ryu Seung-ryong, Song Hye-kyo, Stray Kids, and UHM JUNG HWA. Actress Song Hye-kyo and director Kim Yong-hoon inspired the entertainment industry and creators by expressing hyperrealistic stories … [Read more...] about CJ ENM Announces Seven Honorees of “2024 Visionary” Spearheading the Entertainment Industry”
TVING Announces Upgraded Features and Subscription Plans to Expand User Content Experience and Options
TVING, Korea’s leading streaming platform launched by CJ ENM, announced key changes to the streaming service aimed to enhance user convenience and diversify options. By optimizing the service for the best streaming experience, TVING continues to solidify its footing as the leading K-content platform. The major upgrades and changes are as follows. First, TVING is introducing new subscription plans so that users can have more options to choose from to better match their viewing habits. … [Read more...] about TVING Announces Upgraded Features and Subscription Plans to Expand User Content Experience and Options
Netflix releases main trailer for new Korean series ‘The Sound of Magic’
Netflix has released the main trailer for The Sound of Magic, giving fans a closer look into the narrative, visuals and relationships between the three main characters. In the fantasy music drama, Yoon Ah-Yi (Choi Sung-eun) has lost her dreams in the face of reality while Na Il-deung (Hwang In-youp) is under pressure to pursue his dreams. An unexpected yet enchanting story about what it means to become a grown-up unfolds as the two encounter an enigmatic magician, Ri-eul (Ji … [Read more...] about Netflix releases main trailer for new Korean series ‘The Sound of Magic’
Something Special’s CEO Jin Woo Hwang named Chairman of the Korean Format Alliance
Format specialist Jin Woo Hwang, President & Executive Producer of Something Special, the Seoul-based international Format agency, was elected and named as the new Chairman of the prestigious non-profit Korean Format Alliance (KFA) in December 2021, following the tenure of Il Joong Kim (Director of SBS Global production/SVP of SBS FormatEast). In his role as Chairman of the KFA, Hwang will carry out the org’s mission to promote Korean format development; protect Korean format rights in … [Read more...] about Something Special’s CEO Jin Woo Hwang named Chairman of the Korean Format Alliance