Lists
From a tortured garbageman to a hell-raising journalist, a flailing influencer to stoic doctor, here are the roles — and actors — that grabbed our attention this year
The late director brought us Harry, Sally, Lardass, Inigo Montoya, Colonel Jessup, and more to life in some of the most celebrated films of our time
From ER chaos to supernatural curses, 2025’s Korean slate mixes thrills, laughs, time‑travel cuisine, and emotional comfort
This list of songs combines massive chart performance, social‑media frenzy, inventive styles, emotional resonance, and layered productions that captured us, and fans, worldwide.
From an epic tale of political resistance to a personal take on a literary classic — the highlights of a very, very good year for movie lovers
From hardcore punk to broody shoegaze, here’s a list of headbanger-worthy indie Korean alt acts
Winter’s chill, Christmas whispers, a new year—snuggle up and binge K‑dramas for a month of mystery, romance, and superhero fun
2026 is bringing a new roster of intriguing K-dramas starring some of the biggest names in Korean entertainment—Hyun Bin, Lee Dong-wook, Gong Yoo, Song Hye-kyo, Son Ye-jin, and more.
Niche K-pop and K-culture festivals thrive across Asia, focusing on cultural exchange and music, despite major events stealing the spotlight.
Beyond the international names, the festival lineup features regional hip-hop trailblazers, folk-fusion innovators, and genre-bending rockers that need to be on your radar
