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Are you a passionate Hallyu enthusiast dreaming of making it big in the world of K-pop ? Exciting news is on the horizon! South Korea is gearing up to introduce the K-Culture Training Visa , a game-changer for those eager to participate in training programs by esteemed K-pop entertainment agencies! We give you all the details you need to know to apply for this upcoming Visa! 1. Visa Details: A Gateway to Your K-Pop Journey Duration: Up to 2 years. Tailored for individuals involved in training programs with K-pop entertainment agencies. Launch Date: Anticipated later in 2024. 2. Empowering Global Talents: Strengthening the K-Pop Industry A strategic move to boost the global influence of the K-pop industry. Facilitates the entry of international talents, fostering diversity in the K-pop landscape. A testament to South Korea's commitment to nurturing and promoting its vibrant entertainment culture. 3. Breaking Down Barriers: Easier Access for Global Enthusiasts Simplified visa procedures for Hallyu enthusiasts seeking training opportunities. Aiming to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles, making the K-pop dream more accessible 4. Opportunities Abound: What to Expect from the Training Programs In-depth insights into the rigorous training regimen of K-pop idols. Vocal and dance training, language lessons, and exposure to Korean culture . Unparalleled chances to learn from industry experts and seasoned professionals. 5. The Global Impact: Enriching K-pop's Global Reach Attracting talents from various corners of the world. Fostering cross-cultural collaborations and enhancing the international flavor of K-pop. Opening doors for aspiring artists to contribute to the ever-evolving K-pop phenomenon. 6. Stay Tuned for Updates: Your Journey Begins Soon! Keep a close eye on official announcements for the official launch date. Stay connected with the latest developments to seize your chance to embark on this transformative K-pop journey. As South Korea takes this bold step to welcome global talents into the heart of the Hallyu wave, the K-Culture Training Visa is poised to be a pivotal force in shaping the future of K-pop. Get ready to turn your Hallyu passion into reality and make your mark on the global stage! Stay tuned for more updates, and let the countdown to your K-pop adventure begin! 🎤🌟 #KCultureTrainingVisa #KpopDreams #HallyuAdventure #howtobecomeakpopidol #becomeakpopidol

Bibi finally makes her debut in the action/thriller The Worst of Evil ! We break down her amazing scene with some behind-the-scenes content and what to expect in her role in this very popular drama! Kim Hyeong Seo, more affectionately called Bibi by her fans, finally makes her character debut in the new Disney+ drama The Worst of Evil ! Almost after five episodes, we finally get a glimpse at her character! Let's take a look at her amazing acting skills and what to expect in the upcoming episodes! * Spoilers! Cold-hearted and uninterested, Lee Hae Ryeon ( Bibi ) cooly strolls into the airport with her bodyguard beside her heading right to Park Jun Mo ( Ji Chang Wook ), the assigned "gangster", to pick her up. As the story unfolds, it turns out that three countries: Japan, China, and Korea, are involved in an international drug trade. Jung Gi Cheul ( Wi Ha Joon Little Women 2022), the leader of the Gangnam district asks his now right-hand man, Park Jun Mo, to escort Lee Hae Ryeon, a key Korean-Chinese drug distributor from China to the gang compound. Let's take a look at her premiere scene! The story has just gotten more complicated! With a three-country drug trade, more evil characters are thrown into the mix! Will Park Jun Mo, an undercover cop, be able to put these heinous criminals behind bars without killing anyone? We don't think so! The violence of this drama suggests that ultimately one of the main characters will either get seriously injured or die. Also, the Gangnam gang is on high alert since there is a rat among the ranks exposing Jung Gi Cheul's ulterior motives to his drug partners! What about Bibi? Bibi's cool charismatic character, Lee Hae Ryeon, seems to have a lot of experience in the drug trade industry. A calm collected character is to be expected with some interesting twists! Will there be a romance between her character and Park Jun Mo? We'll have to wait and see to find out! Check out this really cool behind-the-scenes footage of the two filming during the airport scene! What are your thoughts about Bibi's acting skills? Are you looking forward to more from her? Follow us to stay tuned for what happens! Comment below with your thoughts! #theworstofevil #theworstofevil3p5 #bibi #kpopidol

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#theglory #송혜교 #netflixkr Sitting at third place on Netflix's Global Top 10 most streaming series, The Glory comes in with over 25.4 million streaming hours behind Alice in Borderland Seasons 1 and 2 . The revenge thriller starring Song Hye Kyo has captivated audiences both in Korea and abroad. Here's how the cast and crew of The Glory reacted to themselves! Sitting in between producer An Gil Ho ( Memories of the Alhambra 2018 ) and screenwriter Kim Eun Sook ( Mr. Sunshine 2018), the cast of The Glory reminisce and talk about specific scenes during Part 1 of the revenge thriller! Many secrets are revealed throughout the commentary as we find out the preparation it took for many of the scenes including Moon Dong Eun's (Song Hye Kyo) hideout pictures! The actors had to take numerous photos of themselves in order to prepare! The actors also go into each of their characters' relationships with each other to give the audience a full in-depth look at the story! It was so interesting to watch their interaction with each other and with deep explanations from screenwriter Kim Eun Sook, it was a pleasure to watch! Check it out for yourself! The Glory is out now for streaming on Netflix. Part 2 will be released in March 2023! Let us know what you think of this series! Has this made it to the top of your 2023 K-drama list?

will also be the second all-Asian musical act to appear on the cover of the magazine, the first being BTS

The premiere for "Fantasy Boys" received the highest 2023 survival show ratings! According to Nielsen Korea, the MBC show beat out rival survival show "Boys Planet" with 0.6% of the national viewership just edging out its competition of 0.3%! Much like the format from the first episode of Produce 101 (2017), 55 boy trainees compete for the final 12 members of a debut group. Here are our top 5 most memorable moments for the premiere! 5. Nam Jin Myung and Kang Dae Hyeon battle it out to see who's the manliest. Let's start off with a sizzling competition between Nam Jin Myung and Kang Dae Hyeon who both claim to be the "manliest" contestants and tried to prove to the judges with their strong fierce dance moves! In the end, it was Kang Dae Hyeon who proved to be the better dancer! Do you agree? 4. K-Soul Claims to be the "prettiest". K-Soul proved that he wanted to be the center of attention by bringing a mirror to the show and constantly checking his makeup and lip gloss while waiting for his turn. When partnered with Hikaru to compete in front of the judges, K-Soul did a great job proving to everyone that not only is he the "prettiest", but also should be respected for his elegant dance moves! 3. Hong Sung Min's performance shows why he should be considered to be one of the top contestants for the Top 12! In a dramatic and amazing performance, Hong Sung Min proved that he belonged in the Top 12 by creating an emotionally charged dance routine dressed all in black! He looked like an experienced K-pop star with his precise dance choreography and amazing facial expressions! 2. Hikaru's most perfect performance! Japan's fencing star, Hikaru , proved to best the best "K-pop" dancer on the show so far! Along with his strong and fierce dance choreography, his top-tier Korean language skills showed that he really wanted to be a star with only 3 years of learning Korean online! We also believed he was the best dancer from the first episode! 1. Kim Woo Seok's red mittens exploding with cuteness! As the first contestant to be introduced in the program, we can't help but mention that Kim Woo Seok 's red mittens really did steal the show! His cute energy and relatively good dance performance left an everlasting memory in the judges' minds as they were going through the program! We hope that Kim Woo Seok will continue to grow into an all-around performer on the show and express his cuteness again! BONUS! Yu Jun Won impresses everyone with his handsome and cute side! When introduced to everyone, the first impression was "Wow, he's so cute!" As Yu Jun Won showed his charm, he proved that he can also have a handsome side as well! Oh Hyeon Tae dazzles in a cool hip-hop routine! Oh Hyeon Tae proved that the youngest (16 years old) should not be overlooked as his cool "manly" hip hop style choreography proved to be much better than his older counterparts! He definitely proved to everyone that he deserves to be on the show and should be taken seriously by the competition! Si Ryu gives an epic emotional dance routine. 16-year veteran Si Ryu showed his maturity and hard work as his emotionally charged dance routine was one of the best of the night! He moved the audience with his facial expressions and solid dance performance that even made the judges take a step back! So what was your favorite moment from episode 1? What are you looking forward to the most in the next episode? Let us know! #FANTASYBOYS #PHOTOISM #KSOUL

In recent years with the overwhelming success of K-pop, K-dramas and everything related to Korea has brought people from all over the globe to follow their dreams! From Netflix dramas to multiple commercials including Pizza Hut, Dojeon team member, Lewis, recently interviewed Konstantin Romanenko , a successful Russian actor and model to find out what it takes to become a successful actor in South Korea! Can you please introduce yourself to the Dojeon Media readers? My name is Konstantin, I am from Russia, and I grew up in Siberia. I really enjoy traveling, and I have worked and travelled in over 33 countries around the world. I love being in front of the camera, and I have been working as an actor and model for many years before moving to Korea. You were the main character in the 'Pizza Hut' commercial. Can you share some more information about that role? My role in the Pizza Hut commercial was playing the main character. It was a good chance for me to get into the industry here in Korea, and it was a very memorable shoot for me, as I thought it was a 12 hour night shoot. Before the shoot, I did not know exactly what the role was, but on the day of the shoot I was told fully that I would be playing the main role. The shoot then went onto be an 18 hour shoot. The shoot was for a big western company, and I got to work with some amazing people and wear some awesome costumes. It was great, because the commercial was shown all over the country. It was a good opportunity for me and great exposure. What inspired you to become and actor and model? I actually inspired myself to work in this industry, when I was younger I would crave attention and recognition, so I would always try and make a big effort with everything that I did. If I set my mind to something, I would work at it all day every day until I had mastered it. It is still the same today, as I strive to always be the best at everything that I do. How does the entertainment industry in Korea, compare to the entertainment industry in Russia? The industry is very similar, though the pay is higher in Russia, I think because the entertainment industry in Korea is at it's peak, though in reality, its probably because the work that I do in Korea is more focused on modelling and acting, and in Russia it can be broader. The industry in Korea has lots of opportunities to work with different companies than in Russia, also the entertainment industry in Korea is focussed heavily through social media too, and having a strong presence can really help you. What have been the challenges that you have faced so far? The challenges that I have faced have been rejection from some roles that I have applied for in the past mainly based on experience or not having a certain image for a role. In these cases it has just made me want to work harder, so I have used it as a positive, rather than thinking about it negatively. Strong Girl Nam Soon (Netflix 2023) How did you become an actor in Korea? To become an actor in Korea, I had to find an agency. For this, I contacted many agencies and had lots of meetings. Before I got to this stage, I had to ensure that I had a strong work portfolio from Russia and the other countries that I have worked in, so that I could get signed and sponsored. What can we expect from you this year? This year, new films will be released along with YouTube clips and podcasts, along with dramas and commercials, and much more! Make sure that you look out for me! Can you please say a few words for the Dojeon readers? Never give up, and always be happy. Don't stop believing in your dreams and you will become successful! Let us know in the comments below, your questions for Konstantin! #Koreanmodel #KoreanActor #PizzaHut

The Killing Vote , also known as "Death Penalty Vote," the newest K-drama from SBS , will premiere on August 10, 2023. This captivating series, which falls under the genres of thriller, legal, and crime, promises viewers a roller-coaster ride of suspense and intrigue.! Let's break it down! The story centers on a mysterious character who launches an odd text-based survey exploring the idea of a national death sentence vote aimed at vicious criminals who have deftly evaded the law. With each new episode, the story gets more intense as the stakes are raised and public opinion gains more importance. The drama has a fantastic cast, which includes the accomplished Park Hae Jin , Park Sung Woong , and Lim Ji Yeon . This ensures top-notch performances and exceptional chemistry between characters. The Killing Vote promises to be a compelling story of justice, morality, and the thin line dividing right from evil. It was written by the brilliant Joo Yoon Yeong and directed by Park Shin Woo, recognized for their prior great collaborations. See the heart-pounding trailer and more information about this riveting drama, which is only streaming on Amazon Prime Video! With only 12 episodes planned, The Killing Vote is touted to present an action-packed story that will keep viewers riveted until the final decision is made! Get ready to experience one of the most eagerly awaited K-dramas of the year as SBS takes you on a fascinating trip inside the brains of criminals and the moral quandaries surrounding the death sentence. Don't miss the premiere of The Killing Vote on August 10, 2023 , as it intends to create a lasting effect on viewers by going beyond the bounds of a normal legal thriller and presenting an engaging and thought-provoking narrative experience. #TheKillingVote #DeathPenaltyVote #kdrama #koreandrama #SBS #ParkHaeJin #ParkSungWoong #LimJiYeon

From BTS 's dance anthem "Dynamite" to Blackpink 's girl-power anthem "How You Like That", these songs TOMORROW X TOGETHER "Sugar Rush Ride" Tomorrow X Together has unveiled "Sugar Rush Ride," the lead single Overall, "Sugar Rush Ride" is a great song to boost your mood and get you moving! 7. BTS "Dynamite" "Dynamite" by BTS is a popular song that was released on August 21, 2020. Jimin of BTS) "VIBE" is a soulful collaboration between Taeyang and Jimin of BTS.

Super Junior is back! Well, sort of. Lee Dong Hae is looking better than ever as he stars in a new romantic comedy, Oh! Young Sim ! The K-pop star will be joined by Song Ha Yoon (Oh Young Sim) in this 10-episode K-drama scheduled to premiere on May 15! Let's take a look! ENA and Genie TV released a teaser and promotional poster of its new drama Oh! Young Sim earlier this week. ENA is the studio that produced hit shows such as Extraordinary Attorney Woo and Love Is For Suckers ! We can't wait to see what this new drama has to offer! Oh! Young Sim is based loosely on the Korean comic “Yeolnesal Youngsimyi” by Bae Geu Taek (published in 1988 via the comic magazine IQ Jump). The original comic focuses on Young Sim as a 14-year-old teenager and her family and friends. The drama series follows Young Sim as a woman in her 30s. Oh Young Sim ( Song Ha Yoon Intimate Strangers 2018) is a single career woman in her 30s. She has been producing TV variety shows for eight years in hopes of making people laugh. But all of her shows have been canceled due to their lack of popularity. Young Sim gets a chance to produce a love entertainment show and casts popular startup CEO Mark Wang ( Lee Dong Hae ) as a guest. In true K-drama fashion, Mark Wang is actually Wang Kyung Tae, Young Sim's childhood friend who had a long-time crush on her but never had a chance to express how he felt. Mark suddenly moved to the United States and lost touch with Young Sim. 20 years later, the two bump into each other and are constantly around each other due to the filming of the show! We can't wait to see what sparks fly as they build romantic feelings toward each other! Oh! Young Sim is scheduled to premiere on May 15, 2023 , and will run every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM on ENA and Genie TV . Let us know what you think and if are you excited about this new drama! #donghae #songhayoon #ohyoungsim

Seoul authorities have announced that they are going to deploy sniffer dogs on returning Olympians, to detect bed bugs! Is this over the top or necessary? We cover the details! South Korea has deployed a bedbug sniffer dog at Incheon airport in an attempt to reduce the nationwide risk of bedbugs entering Korea undetected. Now, this may seem over the top, however last year (2023) France after the COVID-19 pandemic, faced another pandemic which was bedbugs primarily in the French capital Paris, where the 2024 Pairs Olympics were held, attracting thousands of overseas visitors. The bedbug sniffer dogs will be inspecting passengers who enter the country including athletes, officials, and fans when they return from the Olympics in Paris. Leading the campaign is a two-year-old beagle named Ceco, who pest control company Cesco said is the first and so far only canine trained in the country to detect the odor of pheromones, the chemicals released by bedbugs, I think that this is so clever. I mean being an owner of three very different dogs and one of them being a Beagle I know how good their noes and sense of smell. Ceco is capable of sweeping a standard hotel room in under two minutes, company official Kim Min S said, "How insane is that?!" The pest control company has teamed up with South Korea’s ministries of security and transportation, as well as the disease control and prevention agency, and is working with airlines and Incheon Airport to screen travelers on arrival. I agree that this is a smart move by the Korean Government in order to try and stop any outbreak from entering the country, especially from the origin country, and I also think that this is a much more cost effective way to try and stop a potential pandemic from happening. Let us know your thoughts on this hot topic in the comments below. #beagle #incheonairport #2024ParisOlympics #bedbugs

Image: Menyasan Daime - Lewis Hooper With literally thousands of restaurants to choose from in Busan , it is hard to stand out amongst the competition, however this unsuspecting hole in the wall ramen restaurant did just that! We highlight the dishes that made our mouths water and why it should be on your to-eat list! Hole in the wall gem! This hole in the wall ramen spot called Menyasan Daime is located at Jangsan Station , at the every end of the green subway line, just two stops away from the popular Haeundae Beach . If you get out of exit number seven, this place is right by Baskin Robbins. Yes, this place is tiny, though this hole in the wall ramen will literally be on your mind for a while after visiting. From the offset, when you enter you literally have to duck your head to get under the door frame, and there is no way that more than four people at a time will be able to visit this place, but the wait is worth it! The mouth-watering ramen! Words can simply not describe how good the ramen is here! I ordered the Miso ramen with Chasyu (pork) added on top, as well as ordering a side of Jeju black pork gyoza dumplings. When the miso ramen was served, it was packed with pork and lots of vegetables, and with the addition of the Chasyu it just elevated the flavors to a whole new level! Image: Miso ramen with Chasyu (pork) added on top - Lewis Hooper Image: Jeju black pork gyozas - Lewis Hooper The addition of the side of Jeju black pork gyozas, came as a set of five, and the dumpling wrapper was black. The gyozas were prepared really well, and the pan fried skin and savory dipping sauce worked really well together. The meat inside did resemble a more similar taste to beef, as Jeju black pork is known for tasting “meatier”. However, the cost of the gyozas was fairly expensive (9,000 KRW) compared to the ramen, but they did pack a punch full of flavor. The home comfort noodles that you crave from time to time will not compare to the noodles that you will try here for a similar price. Yes, they were inexpensive, and if you are unable to eat in, then this small hole in the wall restaurant also offer take out service. https://www.dojeonmedia.com/post/restaurant-of-the-month-this-couple-owned-asian-fusion-restaurant-is-the-place-to-be-in-february https://www.dojeonmedia.com/post/the-ultimate-korean-comfort-food-ramyeon-and-why-it-went-viral-plus-our-favorite-types-and-bran What is your favorite Ramen place in Korea? Drop a comment and let us know! #hiddengem #kfoodie #koreanfood #holeinthewallramen #busanramen #koreanfood