Hallyu — Korean Culture

The Best Korean Dramas on Netflix Right Now

From intriguing political thrillers to charming romances, there’s something for every Korean drama fan (or novice) to stream on Netflix

8 Life Lessons We Learned from the K-drama ‘Twenty Five Twenty One’

Twenty Five Twenty One — which shares its title with a 2013 song by acclaimed K-indie rock band Jaurim that is often played in the series — follows five friends who strive to pursue their dreams and navigate early adulthood in the bleak aftermath of the 1997 Asian financial crisis (known as the “IMF Crisis” in South Korea).

‘The Sound of Magic’ Cast and Director Reveal What to Expect in Musical K-drama

Part fantasy, part mystery, The Sound of Magic goes beyond its musical and dance numbers and dazzling visual effects to explore deeper questions like “What does success really look like?” or “What is the meaning and purpose of life?”

Romantic K-dramas Like ‘Twenty Five Twenty One’ and ‘Business Proposal’

Here’s a curated list of popular romantic K-dramas that are specifically geared toward those in their 20s and beyond.

Let’s Have a Lee Jung-jae Film Festival

Long before Lee Jung-jae donned a green jumpsuit that would earn him unprecedented global fame and accolades in Squid Game, he’d already built a storied career as one of South Korea’s most celebrated actors.

21 Chego K-dramas to Fuel Your K-pop Fandom

Whether you’re curious what other titles your favorite stage performers have starred in or are looking for new multi-hyphenate artists to stan, this thorough (but definitely not exhaustive) collection has suggestions for every K-pop fan. So order some chimaek and settle in.

How K-Dramas Breathed New Life into Zombie Stories

In recent years, South Korea has been tearing into the genre with international hits like Train to Busan, #Alive and Kingdom. With the release of Netflix’s zombified K-drama All of Us Are Dead, South Korea has added another gruesome global blockbuster to its canon.

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7 Korean Crime Dramas to Watch on Netflix Right Now

The world of K-dramas has traditionally been ruled by tales of romance, historical fiction and family struggles, but in recent years, South Korea has produced a string of hit crime shows that have captivated audiences across the globe.

10 Places to See Gong Yoo Aside From Your Dreams

Though many Western audiences first learned of Gong Yoo when he played the charming recruiter in Squid Game, he’s actually a veteran A-list actor in South Korea and one of the most recognizable faces of Hallyu (aka the Korean Wave).