Two of the most successful Korean romantic comedies in recent years, Crash Landing on You and Hometown Cha-cha-cha, share similarities that go beyond the genre’s typical exploration of romantic courtship....

Kick a Goal (SBS TV, 2021–) is a sports entertainment show that features a women’s football league created specifically for the series. Is the criticism that it merely portrays women pretending to play...

Inspector Koo is a unique detective thriller TV series consisting of 12 episodes. It aired on JTBC, one of South Korea’s major cable channels, in 2021. Despite its modest ratings, it broke new ground...

I believe in K-pop. Who wouldn’t fall for it when it delivers such powerful and positive messages? Beneath its catchy beats and awe-inspiring dance routines, K-pop lyrics often promote gender equality,...