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Iconic Indonesian romance returns as musical in ‘Bukan Cinta Galih/Ratna’

A stage adaptation of the cult 1979 romance Gita Cinta dari SMA blends nostalgia with Gen Z humor, as a new generation retells the story of Galih and Ratna for today’s audiences.

  • Published: January 29, 202612:23 pm
  • Author Nur Janti
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Mattel taps into ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ fan craze with new doll line

The new toys will start rolling out this summer, ‍roughly a year after the film's release, as Mattel hopes merchandise can stoke its continued popularity.

  • Published: January 29, 202611:39 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Why Gwanghwamun? The symbolism behind BTS’ historic comeback stage

The Kpop supergroup's upcoming performance at Seoul’s historic square goes beyond music, blending national identity and global reach.

  • Published: January 29, 20268:38 am
  • Author Lee Jung-joo
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Why South Korean star Cha Eun-woo’s W20b tax bill is not just about the money

Investigators focus on structure and intent, not just the scale.

  • Published: January 28, 202612:14 pm
  • Author Choi Ji-won
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Mexico president’s BTS request underscores popularity, sparks industry discussion

Industry insiders say concert decisions rest with Hybe, not the South Korean president.

  • Published: January 28, 202610:21 am
  • Author Kim Jae-heun
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Generations blend at Geek Con Karachi as fans of all ages celebrate cosplay, gaming, and anime

Karachiites braved the cold this weekend, all for the love of anime.

  • Published: January 27, 202612:42 pm
  • Author Sarah B. Haider
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South Korean actress Go Youn-jung on stardom, anxiety, and being cast for her looks

As her career soars, K-drama star finds herself aligned with a character haunted by success.

  • Published: January 27, 202612:37 pm
  • Author Lee Yoon-seo
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Hong Kong has another hit movie. Can such flicks save the industry from terminal decline?

"Back to the Past," a time-travel comedy starring actors Louis Koo and Raymond Lam, has become Hong Kong’s highest-grossing Chinese-language film debut of all time – not just…

  • Published: January 27, 202611:58 am
  • Author Magdalene Fung
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How much is too much for K-pop concert tickets?

Production scale, stadium tours, and global inflation drive ticket prices higher.

  • Published: January 27, 202610:18 am
  • Author Kim Jae-heun
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South Korean director Park Chan-wook got shut out of Oscars again. What went wrong?

Expectations ran high that 'No Other Choice' would finally break the auteur's losing streak. It wasn't even close.

  • Published: January 26, 202612:59 pm
  • Author Moon Ki Hoon

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