Korean Cinema
Final farewell held for beloved film star Ahn Sung-ki
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Members of the film community and fans paid tribute to the late actor Ahn Sung-ki at Myeongdong Cathedral in downtown Seoul on Friday, honoring his lifelong devotion to cinema and warm-hearted spirit through a memorial Mass and funeral service. The funeral procession was led by actor Jung Woo-sung carrying Ahn's portrait and Lee Jung-jae holding the Geumgwan Order of Cultural Merit, the country's highest cultural honor posthumously awarded on Monday.
The Korean supernatural horror film "Salmokji: Whispering Water" has drawn more than 3 million viewers roughly a month after its release.
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The historical drama film 'The King's Warden' scored major wins at the 62nd Baeksang Awards on Friday.
The Jokers Films has acquired French distribution rights to Barunson E&A's 'The World of Love,' the top-grossing independent Korean film of 2025. Directed by Yoon Ga-eun, the drama follows a high school student's emotional journey and has earned acclaim on the international festival circuit. The deal highlights growing interest in Korean indie cinema in Europe.
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The Korean American Leaders in Hollywood will honor director Park Chan-wook, actor Lee Byung-hun and filmmaker Maggie Kang at its inaugural KALH Honors event on December 7 in Los Angeles. The celebration recognizes their contributions to Korean excellence in global cinema. KALH, founded in 2020, unites leaders from film, television, music and philanthropy.