Ha Yoon-kyung faced a different challenge playing the reserved prosecutor Min Seo-jin, focusing on the subtlety of suppressed emotions. “Acting to suppress feelings is harder than showing them,” she explained, emphasizing her character’s strength through gaze and body language. 

The Hiphop/R&B-inspired girl group XG, currently on their first world tour "The first HOWL," has successfully completed the North American leg of their tour. Starting in Los Angeles, the group performed in a total of eight cities, including San Francisco, Grand Prairie, Sugar Land, Duluth, New York and concluding in Chicago on October 21st (local time), captivating approximately 50,000 fans across all performances.In addition to performing their original songs, XG thrilled their American audience with unique covers and special performances tailored to each region, just as they did during their Asia tour. Vocal members CHISA, HINATA, and JURIA showcased covers of popular songs, including Avril Lavigne's "Complicated," Britney Spears' "Toxic," Destiny's Child's "Say My Name," Ella Mai's "Trip," Keyshia Cole's "Take Me Away" and "Love," Mariah Carey's "Without You" and "Hero," Muni Long's "Made for Me," Taylor Swift's "You Belong with Me," Teyana Taylor's "Gonna Love Me," and Whitney Houston's "I Have Nothing," raising the energy and excitement of the audience.The group's tour will continue with their UK & European performances starting on November 18 in Manchester, followed by London, Berlin, Paris, Düsseldorf, Brussels, and Amsterdam. Additionally, in 2025, they will perform eight shows across four cities in Japan: Nagoya, Tokyo, Fukuoka and Osaka. 

Imagine this: after a long week, all you crave is a comforting escape that helps you unwind. You settle in, ready to indulge in a world of laughter and heartfelt stories—your go-to Korean shows. In the middle of life’s daily rush, sometimes the best therapy is diving into feel-good dramas that bring comfort and joy. If the odds were stacked high against you, would you persevere and fight for your dreams? For Jeongnyeon, an ordinary girl with extraordinary determination, nothing can stand in the way of becoming Korea’s best performer. The police force is known for maintaining order, often navigating themselves through chaos and unpredictability. In Seoul Busters, the Songwon Homicide Division has a reputation of its own – and it’s not a nice one! Known for their mediocre performance, this team is known for doing as little as possible. That all changes when they get a new captain, the ambitious, charismatic Dongbang Yu-Bi. In My Name Is Gabriel, superstars get to live as someone else for 72 hours, literally stepping into their shoes for a simple life. Calling all ARMYs - get ready to experience the unbreakable bond between the maknaes of BTS, Jimin and Jungkook, in their travel reality show. Good news CARATs, you can bring the excitement on stage straight to your screen with SEVENTEEN TOUR ‘FOLLOW’ AGAIN. Are you ready for a night of pure Good Vibes and Good Life? Get ready to snuggle up in your warm blanket, because there are now more comfort Korean shows for you to watch streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar!

Nam Woo-hyun ended his 4th solo concert Arbor Day 4: TREE WORLD on a high note in Kuala Lumpur on October 26 at EX-8, marking the final stop of his solo tour after captivating audiences in Seoul, Taipei, and Hong Kong. This concert was particularly special as it marked Woohyun’s first solo performance in Malaysia and made him the second Infinite member, after Sungkyu, to hold a solo show in the country. Following the concert, fans were also thrilled by the news that Infinite would return to Malaysia next year on February 22 for their 15th-anniversary concert.Fans followed the red-and-white dress code, filling the venue with coordinated outfits that matched Woohyun’s stage attire. This thoughtful coordination fostered a unified atmosphere and perfectly complemented Woohyun's opening look. The concert, styled as a journey through TREE WORLD, showcased Woohyun’s dynamic range across different musical themes and emotions. The atmosphere was lively, and the singer even greeted his male fans, who attended in significant numbers, with a playful “Hello bro!”Woohyun kicked off the night with fan favorites "Boyfriend" and "Everyday" before warmly greeting his Malaysian fans. Later, he shifted gears into an edgy all-black leather look and energized the crowd with dance hits like "You're My Lady," "Alone," and "Calm & Passion." As the concert progressed, he transformed again, donning a white ensemble for a softer, more emotional set of ballads like "Time" and "The Same Place."A highlight of the night was the thoughtful fan project during Woohyun’s performance of "Flower." As he sang, the fans raised flowers they had received at the entrance, creating a vibrant sea of blossoms that stunned both the artist and fans alike. The atmosphere reached a fever pitch during "A Song For You" performance. Woohyun descended from the stage to interact closely with fans, taking selfies, dancing, and singing right beside them, creating cherished memories that fans will undoubtedly hold dear.As the concert drew to a close, Woohyun brought the energy back up with upbeat tracks like "Hold On Me," "Baby Baby," and "Harsh." Before wrapping up, he took a group photo with fans, who serenaded him with his self-composed track "Beautiful," expressing their affection and appreciation. For the final encore, he performed "From the Future" and "Cactus," sharing that "Cactus" has a special place in his heart as a healing song. Woohyun’s Arbor Day 4: TREE WORLD in KL was a memorable night that showcased his versatility and deep connection with fans, leaving everyone eagerly anticipating his return to Malaysia with the rest of the Infinite members in February 2025.

The game is about to begin again. The main teaser trailer for the highly anticipated second season of Squid Game has been unveiled at the Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s biggest comics convention, where thousands of fans gathered for this sneak peek of the new season. Fans were also treated to an in-person appearance by stars Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-jun, and director Hwang Dong-hyuk, adding to the excitement.
Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, Squid Game quickly became a global juggernaut following its debut in 2021. After 12 years in development, it took just 12 days for it to become Netflix’s most popular series ever. Capturing the world’s attention, it dominated the Global Top 10 for nine consecutive weeks — a first for any non-English series — and made history with groundbreaking Emmy wins. 

Father Kim Haeil, a hot-tempered cleric with a passion for justice, returns to track down corrupt politicians, dirty police, and a major drug cartel in The Fiery Priest 2 - a new series coming November 8 to Disney+ Hotstar. Starring Kim Namgil as Kim Haeil, a former intelligence agent turned priest; Lee Hanee as prosecutor Park Kyoungsun; Kim Sungkyun as bumbling detective Gu Daeyoung; The Fiery Priest 2 is written by Park Jaebeom and directed by Park Boram.The Fiery Priest 2 joins an ever-expanding library of unmissable APAC titles available for viewers to enjoy on Disney+ Hotstar. Fans of police comedies can sign-up now to enjoy Seoul Busters, about a team of Korea’s worst detectives who begin to turn things around; Flex X Cop about the son of a wealthy Korean conglomerate owner who gets parachuted into a new role with the police’s Violent Crimes Unit, and so much more. 

CUCKOO International is marking its 10th year of creating Healthier Homes and inspiring Malaysians to be #SAMASAMAHealthier. To commemorate this incredible milestone, they are bringing A-list Korean actor, Kim Soo-Hyun, to its biggest ever anniversary celebration, the multi-lingual CUCKOOTOPIA Music Fest to #SAMASAMA celebrate and make the event truly unforgettable for all Malaysians.For those interested, the CUCKOOTOPIA Music Fest tickets that can be won through the following avenues:For more information on the initiatives celebrating CUCKOO International’s 10th Anniversary, including activities for a chance to win tickets to the CUCKOOTOPIA Music Fest, please visit https://www.cuckoo.com.my/10thanniversary or stay connected on social media (Instagram: @cuckoo_official | Facebook: @CUCKOOInternational).

Global icons ROSÉ and Bruno Mars have released new single “APT.” - available now via Atlantic Records/THEBLACKLABEL alongside an official music video directed by Daniel Ramos and Bruno Mars.

Photo credit Amy Lee

"'APT.' is actually my favorite Korean drinking game that I play with my friends back home. It’s so simple, puts a smile on your face, and breaks the ice at any party,” ROSÉ explains. “One night in the studio I taught my crew how to play the game. Everyone was fascinated, especially when I started the chant, so we played around with it and I said we should make a song out of it... and after Bruno joined the track, the rest became history!"

Photo credit John V. Esparza

Photo credit John V. Esparza

“APT.” (produced by Bruno Mars, Cirkut, Omer Fedi & Rogét Chahayed) is the lead single off ROSÉ’s first studio album rosie, arriving December 6th and available for pre-order now via HERE. The 12-track collection marks ROSÉ’s most personal and candid release to date with her co-writing the project in its entirety, including “APT.”As a member of BLACKPINK, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, ROSÉ has shattered records, performed on the most heralded stages, and amassed millions of fans around the world. On her own, the Korean-New Zealand superstar’s 2021 single “On The Ground” debuted at #1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart and became the highest-charting song by a solo K-pop female on the Billboard Hot 100. Simultaneously, ROSÉ has been an unstoppable force in fashion as global ambassador for renowned brands including Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co, Rimowa and Puma. Her influence in music, fashion and philanthropy has proven her to be a testament to the growth of Korean influence in music and fashion on a global scale.