CategoryK-culture

How do traditional Korean myths shape our cultural identity and can be revitalized in the modern world?

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Greco-Roman and Norse mythology are well known, but how much do we know about traditional Korean mythology? Our mythology is divided into universal and local myths, and each story reflects our old ways of life and values. Forgotten during the Japanese occupation and rapid modernization, Korean mythology has recently been rediscovered in modern times through works such as Together with the Gods...

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The meaning of communication in the Korean novel My Brilliant Life

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In K-Novel

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  Kim Ae-ran’s novel My Brilliant Life explores the meaning and importance of communication through the interactions of a 17-year-old boy with bipolar disorder, Ae-rae, his parents, and his friend Seo-ha. This novel will make you think about true understanding and empathy with others.   About Ae-ri In the Korean novel My Brilliant Life, the main character, Ae-ri, and her parents...

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How does AKMU unleash his genius and what is the need for music education?

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In K-pop

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AKMU shocked the world with their homeschooled musical genius with their self-composed songs. Their success reminds us of the importance of music education and shows that the naturalness of creativity can be nurtured in a free environment.   AKMU is praised for the innocence of the teenage siblings, their emotional delivery, and the perfect chemistry between them. In addition, their original...

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In the conflict between Min Hee-Jin and Hive, why is the public siding with Min Hee-Jin?

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In K-pop

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  The dispute between Min Hee-jin and Hive is being fiercely fought as a public opinion war, with Min Hee-jin using populist tactics to gain public sympathy. She has used emotional monodrama-style press conferences to rally public support, portraying herself as the weak/victim and Hive as the strong/perpetrator.   Populist rhetoric resonates with the social self of the crowd The dispute...

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Korean Movies – What are the Melodrama Genre Characteristics of ‘Failan’?

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  In this blog post, we’ll discuss the genre characteristics of the Korean film Failan.   My personal view on the genre classification of melo-romance films Every information search starts with the Internet, but the conclusion that the Internet, which I trusted with my information search, gave me was very curious indeed. When I searched for the movie “Failan” in the...

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Why is FIFTY FIFTY reforming and making a comeback in September? CEO Hongjun Jeon on member selection criteria and global strategy

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  FIFTY FIFTY is preparing to make a comeback in September with four new members, including former member Kina. CEO Hongjun Jeon revealed that the group emphasizes the members’ skills and personalities, and has set up a thorough marketing strategy to target the global market.   FIFTY FIFTY’s Kina’s determination FIFTY FIFTY agency CEO Jeon Hong-joon said the following...

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The Korean film Eunkyo asks – Why do we put each other in boxes?

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In K-movies

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The South Korean film Eunkyo explores the complex relationship between three characters bound by age and social stereotypes, and shows how Lee Seong-yo, Seo Ji-woo, and Eunkyo define themselves and others. The tragedy of unconventional relationships makes us examine our preconceptions and prejudices.   My time is free these days. I could spend time with friends at night, but I started...

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How did the South Korean movie “Gwanghae, the Man Who Became King” captivate 10 million viewers?

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The South Korean movie “Gwanghae, The Man Who Became King” is a great example of both popularity and artistry. Aside from screen monopolization and volume, the movie has a lot going for it in South Korea, which is enough to attract 10 million viewers.   Kwang Hae-gun is the second son of an ancestor, whose mother is Gong Bin Kim. He is the son of a concubine, not the son of a...

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Korean dramas – What makes ‘I’m Sorry, I Love You’ (2004) so enduring?

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In K-dramas

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In this article, we’re going to look at the Korean drama “I’m Sorry, I Love You” from 2004 and find out what makes it so enduring.   In the winter of 2004, there was a drama that touched the hearts of many people. The drama was called “I’m Sorry, I Love You,” and it was so successful that the phrase “I’m sorry, I love you” became a...

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