SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Korea Bizwire) — The upcoming Disney+ Korean original series “Tempest” is arguably one of the most anticipated projects among the streaming service’s Korean offerings for the year. At a press event on Wednesday to discuss the creative production behind the new series, Carol Choi, executive vice president of content strategy in Disney’s [...]
SEOUL, July 8 (Korea Bizwire) — Director and writer Kang Yun-sung of the upcoming Disney+ original series “Low Life” said Tuesday his main focus for the series was creating vibrant and authentic characters. “For the first time, I was able to build an entire cast of characters by working closely with the actors to discover [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 5 (Korea Bizwire) — Disney+’s hit Korean original series “Moving” will air on MBC later this month, marking the first collaboration of its kind between a global streaming platform and a South Korean terrestrial broadcaster, MBC said Thursday. The 20-episode superhero drama will debut on MBC at 10 p.m. on Dec. 22, with [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 29 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung have been cast in a new Disney+ series set for release next year, where they will play rival roles, the global streaming service said Thursday. The series, titled “Made in Korea,” is a political drama set in 1970s Korea, featuring Hyun Bin as the [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 3 (Korea Bizwire) — A new Disney+ original capturing the latest trip by BTS members Jimin and Jungkook before their military enlistment will captivate fans with its release next month. “Are You Sure?!” set to premiere Aug. 8, highlights the strong chemistry of the duo, known affectionately as Busanz, owing to their Busan [...]
PALM BEACH, Apr. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – The McWhorter Foundation announces it will be moving forward with next steps towards an imminent lawsuit against Nelson Peltz & Trian Partners. Highlighting Palm Beach Florida, known for its ties with wealthy individuals like Nelson Peltz, Jefferey Epstein, & Donald Trump is now at the center of a [...]
SEOUL, Apr. 2 (Korea Bizwire) — “Uncle Samsik,” one of the most highly anticipated Disney+ original Korean series, is set to premiere on May 15, the company said Tuesday. The series marks the television debut of the critically acclaimed actor Song Kang-ho, who delivered an iconic performance in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite.” Set in the [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The Disney+ sci-fi action series “Moving” became the platform’s most-watched local original series of the year, the Walt Disney Company Korea said Friday. Premiered on Aug. 9, the series quickly gained popularity, becoming the most-watched show on the streaming platform in the Asia-Pacific region and topping Disney+’s global chart [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 6 (Korea Bizwire) – Foreign video streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+ are exerting significant influence on compensation for Korean actors, contributing to a surge in industry costs. With deep pockets, these platforms are actively acquiring top-tier actors and premium content. Reports indicate that Lee Jung-jae is poised to command approximately 1 billion [...]
SEOUL, July 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Department Store Co. said Monday it will open the first official Disney store in South Korea near Seoul this week. The 264-square-meter Disney store in Pangyo, just south of Seoul, is set to open Tuesday, offering around 300 types of official Disney products that have never been introduced [...]