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Scent of a Woman
DVD (US - English Subtitled)
2012/03/20
The Magicians
DVD 2-disc
2012/03/02
The Journals of Musan
DVD (First Press Edition)
2012/02/29
Penny Pinchers
DVD (First Press Edition)
2012/02/29
Perfect Partner
DVD
2012/02/28
The Beast
DVD
2012/02/27
Winter Butterfly
DVD
2012/02/27
Dancing Zoo
DVD
2012/02/22
Arrow, The Ultimate Weapon
DVD 3-disc (First Press Edition)
2012/02/21
Me Too, Flower!
DVD (6-Disc) (English Subtitled Korea Version)
2012/02/17
The Guard Post
DVD HK
2012/02/16
Family Mart
DVD (First Press Edition)
2012/02/15
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2 Lines (Korean Movie, 2011) More movies ]]> Thu, 09 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/all_korean_movies.php http://www.hancinema.net/kim-hye-ja-fined-for-tax-evasion-38521.html Actress Kim Hye-ja has been fined a whopping 500 million won ($447,775) for falsifying a report to the Mapo District Tax Office last year. On Wednesday, the Mapo District Tax Office said that it would fine the actress for declaring that her house in Seogyo-dong was her sole place of residence in 2006, when she was actually living with her son. The residence was sold last March for 3.075 million]]> Thu, 09 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-hye-ja-fined-for-tax-evasion-38521.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/lee-hyo-lee-to-open-fund-for-disadvantaged-senior-citizens-38520.html Singer Lee Hyo-lee has donated 100 million won ($89,361) to the Beautiful Foundation in central Seoul, her agency announced on Feb. 8. The fund will be named "The Hyori fund" in the star's honor. In Chinese characters "Hyori" can mean "Wanting to be dutiful towards the elders". A representative from Lee's agency said "She loved the meaning behind the fund's name and wanted to really do somethin]]> Thu, 09 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/lee-hyo-lee-to-open-fund-for-disadvantaged-senior-citizens-38520.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/citing-high-demand-yet-again-tvxq-adds-two-more-performances-to-its-japanese-tour-38519.html TVXQ had added two more performance dates to its ongoing Japan tour, its agency announced on Feb. 9, roughly a month after four performances were added to the originally scheduled shows. The K-pop duo will perform a total of 26 times across Japan. "Due to high demand, we have added additional performances at the Tokyo Dome and Osaka's Kyocera Dome", SM Entertainment said in a press release. Th]]> Thu, 09 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/citing-high-demand-yet-again-tvxq-adds-two-more-performances-to-its-japanese-tour-38519.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/rachael-yamagata-to-perform-in-korea-on-feb-26-38518.html American singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata will return to Korea on Feb. 26 to follow up her debut last year. "Last year was my first time performing for Korean fans and I was just blown away by the support for me and my band from the Korean fans", said Yamagata through an email interview with Yonhap News. She said that the warmth she felt at her concert in Korea propelled her to put in the hard]]> Thu, 09 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/rachael-yamagata-to-perform-in-korea-on-feb-26-38518.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/3-hallyu-stars-turn-and-go--38517.html Jang Dong-gun and Lee Byeong-heon back home...Kwon Sang-woo goes out to USA and China. Jang Dong-gun, Lee Byeong-heon and Kwon Sang-woo are going different ways. Jang Dong-gun has put his foreign activities on hold after 2010 "The Warrior's Way", 2011 "My Way" and Chinese movie "Dangerous Liaisons". He will be returning to home screens this May with SBS drama "A Gentleman's Dignity". This is h]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/3-hallyu-stars-turn-and-go--38517.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/seo-yeong-hee-leading-role-in-stroke-of-luck--38516.html Actress Seo Yeong-hee has been cast in the drama "Stroke Of Luck". Seo Yeong-hee will be taking on the role of Lee Eun-hee, wife to Ji Woon-soo (Im Chang-jeong) in the TV Chosun drama "Stroke Of Luck". Seo Yeong-hee's management revealed, "She was offered a role in the drama "Stroke Of Luck" while she was in MBC drama "A Thousand Kisses". We thought hard about it as it was another drama ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/seo-yeong-hee-leading-role-in-stroke-of-luck--38516.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/posters-that-were-turned-down-because-they-were-too-scary-or-erotic-38515.html Actress Kim Min-hee's topless poster has been denied. The Korea Media Rating Board (KMRB) denied the poster for the movie "Gabi" for the reason that Kim Min-hee's topless pose is too raunchy. Therefore, this poster can't be used in theaters or promotional uses. There have been other cases where posters like these have been denied. One it has been refused, the production has to go through the p]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/posters-that-were-turned-down-because-they-were-too-scary-or-erotic-38515.htmlhttp://movie.daum.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-12-captures-for-the-korean-drama-salaryman--38514.html Added episode 12 captures for the Korean drama "Salaryman" (2012)Directed by Yoo In-sikWritten by Jang Yeong-cheol, Jeong Kyeong-soon-INetwork : SBSWith Lee Beom-soo, Jeong Ryeo-won, Jeong Kyeo-woon, Hong Soo-hyeon, Lee Deok-hwa, Kim Il-woo,...20 episodes - Mon, Tue 21:55SynopsisA drama about the joy and sorrow and success of Korean salarymen.Broadcast starting date in Korea : 2012/01/02 ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-12-captures-for-the-korean-drama-salaryman--38514.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-22-captures-for-the-korean-drama-lights-and-shadows--38513.html Added episode 22 captures for the Korean drama "Lights and Shadows" (2011)Directed by Lee Joo-hwanWritten by Choi Wan-gyooNetwork : MBCWith Ahn Jae-wook, Nam Sang-mi, Lee Pil-mo, Son Dam-bi, Jeon Kwang-ryeol, Lee Jong-won,...50 episodes - Mon, Tue 21:55Synopsis"Lights and Shadows" draws a man's up and down life with modern history as its background starting with the 1960s and the Vietnam W]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-22-captures-for-the-korean-drama-lights-and-shadows--38513.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-4-captures-for-the-korean-drama-shut-up-flower-boy-band--38512.html Added episode 4 captures for the Korean drama "Shut Up: Flower Boy Band" (2012)Directed by Lee KwonWritten by Seo Yoon-heeNetwork : tvNWith Seong Joon, L, Lee Hyeon-jae, Yoo Min-gyoo, Kim Min-seok, Jo Bo-ah,...16 episodes - Mon, Tue 23:00SynopsisA drama about a pretty boy band.Broadcast starting date in Korea : 2012/01/30 More]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-episode-4-captures-for-the-korean-drama-shut-up-flower-boy-band--38512.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-final-episode-20-captures-for-the-korean-drama-padam-padam--the-sound-of-his-and-her-heartbeats--38511.html Added final episode 20 captures for the Korean drama "Padam Padam... The Sound of His and Her Heartbeats" (2011)Directed by Kim Kyoo-taeWritten by Noh Hee-kyeongNetwork : jTBCWith Jeong Woo-seong, Han Ji-min, Kim Beom, Lee Jae-woo, Nah Moon-hee, Jang Hang-seon,...20 episodes - Mon, Tue 20:45Synopsis"Padam" which means 'to thump' in French is a mellow drama about a man who lived life accord]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-added-final-episode-20-captures-for-the-korean-drama-padam-padam--the-sound-of-his-and-her-heartbeats--38511.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailers-images-and-updated-cast-for-the-upcoming-korean-drama-twelve-men-in-a-year-38510.html Added trailers, images and updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Twelve Men in a Year" Kisses "Twelve Men in a Year" (2012)Directed by Oh Jong-rokWritten by Hwang Jo-yoonNetwork : tvNWith Yoon Jin-seo, On Joo-wan, Ko Joon-hee, Kim Da-hyeon, Bae Geu-rin, Julien Kang,...16 episodes - Wed, Thu 23:00S]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailers-images-and-updated-cast-for-the-upcoming-korean-drama-twelve-men-in-a-year-38510.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/sin-ha-gyoon-and-sin-min-ah-still-thinking-about-only-you-38509.html Actor Sin Ha-gyoon and actress Sin Min-ah are being discussed as the leading characters for the movie "Only You - Movie". Sin Ha-gyoon's management told My Daily on the phone, "We haven't decided yet. We are trying to choose from the many offers that we have. The decision should be made in February". Sin Min-ah is also looking through "Only You - Movie". Just like Sin Ha-gyoon, she hasn't made]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/sin-ha-gyoon-and-sin-min-ah-still-thinking-about-only-you-38509.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailers-and-stills-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-eighteen-and-nineteen-38508.html Added trailers and stills for the upcoming Korean movie "Eighteen and Nineteen" "Eighteen and Nineteen" (2010)Directed by Bae Gwang-sooWith Yoo Yeon-seok, Baek Jin-hee, Kim Jeong-heon, Eom Hyeon-kyeong, Lee Yeong-jin,...Previously known as "Hoya" on HanCinema.SynopsisA movie that deals with the youth scandals ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailers-and-stills-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-eighteen-and-nineteen-38508.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/hong-soo-ah-s-alice-eventually-dead-38507.html Actress Hong Soo-ah's debut as the leading actress has been postponed. The movie "Alice" she was supposed to lead star in has actually been cancelled out. A movie spokesperson hinted, "The movie was to crank in after casting Hong Soo-ah but the investments weren't that great. It seems like it's going to be difficult to start shooting again". "Alice" was to crank in last September. It was repor]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/hong-soo-ah-s-alice-eventually-dead-38507.htmlhttp://movie.daum.net http://www.hancinema.net/the-sun-and-the-moon-song-jae-hee-to-join-snow-38506.html Actor Song Jae-hee who is putting on quite a show in the MBC drama "The Sun and The Moon" will join the movie "Snow". According to an official on the 7th, Song Jae-hee will appear in "Snow" as Coach Nam. He is the friend of former swimming athlete Lee Sang-woo (Park Hae-jin) and his coach. Song Jae-hee is currently taking on the role of Heo Yeom, a handsome young man who is also the king]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/the-sun-and-the-moon-song-jae-hee-to-join-snow-38506.htmlhttp://movie.daum.net http://www.hancinema.net/seol-kyeong-gu-moon-so-ri-daniel-henney-and-ko-chang-seok-cranks-in-with-mister-k-38505.html 2012020908 38773563_1 "Mister K" by director Lee Myeong-se has confirmed its cast and will start shooting this coming March. "Mister K" is a comedy agent film about the best secret agent in Korea who is in the middle of a top secret mission when his wife who doesn't know her husband's true identity, gets involved in the case. The cast includes Seol Kyeong-gu, Moon So-ri, Daniel Henney, Ko Cha]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/seol-kyeong-gu-moon-so-ri-daniel-henney-and-ko-chang-seok-cranks-in-with-mister-k-38505.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-highlights-video-for-the-upcoming-korean-drama-syndrome-38504.html Added new stills and highlights video for the upcoming Korean drama "Syndrome" "Syndrome" (2012)Directed by Ko Jae-hyeon, Lee Seong-jooWritten by Kim Sol-jiNetwork : jTBCWith Han Hye-jin, Song Chang-ee, Park Geon-hyeong, Jo Jae-hyeon, Kim Seong-ryeong, Kim Yoo-seok,...Mon, Tue 20:45Synopsis"Syndrome" is ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-highlights-video-for-the-upcoming-korean-drama-syndrome-38504.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/the-nation-s-favorite-boy-and-girl-yoo-seung-ho-and-iu-graduate-today-38503.html The nation's favorite Yoo Seung-ho and "IU" are graduating on the 9th at the same time. 1993 born Yoo Seung-ho will attend his graduation at Baeksin High School in Ilsan on the 9th. He is busy with the drama but he will be there to say goodbye to the school and his friends. Singer "IU" is also graduating from Dongdeok Girl's High School in Seoul. Popular with all generations, the crowd of fans]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/the-nation-s-favorite-boy-and-girl-yoo-seung-ho-and-iu-graduate-today-38503.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/yeo-jin-goo-s-attraction-it-s-hard-to-say-it-myself---38502.html Actor Yeo Jin-goo talked about his own attractions. Yeo Jin-goo who is starring in singer K. Will's new music video "I Need You" appeared in the SBS TV program, "TV News At Night". About having made the music video he said, "I enjoyed the shoot as I am usually interested in music and enjoy listening to it". When he was asked about his appeal, he said, "Guys these days are pretty looking. It's]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/yeo-jin-goo-s-attraction-it-s-hard-to-say-it-myself---38502.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-bachelor-s-vegetable-shop-wang-ji-hye-and-park-soo-jin-tension-between-one-man-38501.html Wang JI-hye and Park Soo-jin tensed up around Ji Chang-wook. On the Channel A drama "Bachelor's Vegetable Shop" broadcasted on the 8th of February, the two women met each other at the hospital they took their mother's to. Dan-bi (Park Soo-jin) claimed Ga-on (Wang Ji-hye) responsible for making Tae-yang (Ji Chang-wook) fall to pieces with her unexpected break up. Ga-on said retorted, "Why are ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-bachelor-s-vegetable-shop-wang-ji-hye-and-park-soo-jin-tension-between-one-man-38501.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-videos-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-helpless-38500.html Added new stills and videos for the upcoming Korean movie "Helpless" 30s trailer "Helpless" (2011)Directed by Byeon Yeong-jooWith Lee Seon-gyoon, Kim Min-hee, Jo Seong-ha, Kim Byeol, Jang Dae-yoon,...Previously known as "Help" (and#54764;and#54532;, Hel-peu) and "Train"SynopsisAdapted from the novel by Miyabe Miy]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-videos-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-helpless-38500.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/fermented-family-breaks-through-1%-38499.html JTBC drama "Fermented Family" broke through 1%. According to AGB Nielson Media Research on the 9th, the nineteenth episode of "Fermented Family" rated 1.005%. This is 0.021% more than the eighteenth episode. With the final episode coming up, "Fermented Family" finally broke through 1% after having remained in the 0%. On this day, Hyeon-sook (Jeong Ae-ri) realized that Ho-tae (Song Il-gook) wa]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/fermented-family-breaks-through-1%-38499.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-video-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-gabi-38498.html Added new stills and video for the upcoming Korean movie "Gabi" "Gabi" (2011)Directed by Jang Yoon-hyeonWith Joo Jin-mo, Kim So-yeon, Park Hee-soon, Yoo Seon, Kim Hyeon-ah, Jo Deok-hyeon,...Also known as "Russian Coffee"SynopsisA movie in the Chosun times, based on writer Kim Tak-hwan's novel, when a woman ser]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-stills-and-video-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-gabi-38498.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-kim-soo-hyeon-i-and-han-ga-in-go-on-a-puppet-show-date-38497.html Kim Soo-hyeon-I and Han Ga-in enjoyed a date watching a puppet show. Lee Hwon (Kim Soo-hyeon-I) and Yeon-woo (Han Ga-in) went on a puppet date on the episode of MBC TV drama "The Sun and The Moon" on the 8th. Yeon-woo spoke openly to the minister Yoon Soo-chan (Kim Seung-wook) who was cornering a kid to pay him back for the robe he had just dirtied at the puppet show and aroused anger. Yeon-w]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-kim-soo-hyeon-i-and-han-ga-in-go-on-a-puppet-show-date-38497.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-take-care-of-us-captain-ji-jin-hee-kisses-koo-hye-seon-out-of-relief-38496.html Ji Jin-hee kissed Koo Hye-seon out of relief. Han Da-jin (Koo Hye-seon) was in a slight us accident on the episode of SBS Drama "Take Care Of Us, Captain" on the 8th. Having heard the news seperately, Kim Yoon-seong (Ji Jin-hee) and Kang Dong-soo (Lee Cheon-hee) ran to the hospital she was in. Yoon-seong arrived first and found Da-jin who came down the elevator normally and checked her ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-take-care-of-us-captain-ji-jin-hee-kisses-koo-hye-seon-out-of-relief-38496.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailer-and-clip-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-romance-joe-38495.html Added trailer and clip for the upcoming Korean movie "Romance Joe" "Romance Joe" (2012)Directed by Lee Kwang-kukWith Kim Yeong-pil, Shin Dong-mi, Lee Chae-eun, Lee David, Kim Dong-hyeon-III, Jo Han-cheol,...SynopsisWhen a film director screams he cannot write a single word for his next project, a coffee shop w]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-trailer-and-clip-for-the-upcoming-korean-movie-romance-joe-38495.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-wild-romance-lee-si-yeong-gets-stepped-on-because-of-jessica-38494.html Yoo Eun-jae (Lee Si-yeong) who bodyguards the woman of the man she has a crush on went through an ordeal. On the eleventh episode of KBS 2TV drama "Wild Romance" on the 8th of February, Yoo Eun-jae started crying while guarding Kang Jong-hee ("Jessica"). Yoo Eun-jae couldn't resist Park Moo-yeol's request and started body guarding Jong-hee. He showed great concern for Jong-hee by texting Eun-j]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-wild-romance-lee-si-yeong-gets-stepped-on-because-of-jessica-38494.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/the-sun-and-the-moon-hesitates-for-a-moment-38493.html The increasing speed of MBC drama "The Sun and The Moon" hesitated for a moment. According to AGB Nielsen Media Research on the 9th, "The Sun and The Moon" that was broadcasted on the 8th rated 37.1%. This is the same as the episode that was broadcasted on the 2nd. However, the metropolitan area percentage went up 1.2% to 41.7%. Hwon suspected the death of Yeon-woo and started reinvestigating]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/the-sun-and-the-moon-hesitates-for-a-moment-38493.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-images-and-videos-for-the-korean-movie-nameless-gangster-38492.html Added new images and videos for the Korean movie "Nameless Gangster" Behind the Scenes "Nameless Gangster" (2011)Directed by Yoon Jong-binWith Choi Min-sik, Ha Jeong-woo, Jo Jin-woong, Ma Dong-seok, Kwak Byeong-gyoo, Kim Seong-gyoon,...Also known as "War against Crime: Golden Age of the Bad Guys"SynopsisA cor]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-new-images-and-videos-for-the-korean-movie-nameless-gangster-38492.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/10th-new-york-korean-film-festival-nykff-@-bam-rose-cinema-38491.html Friday, February 24 - Sunday, February 26 The Korea Society presents the 10th New York Korean Film Festival with new releases showcasing the popular and prolific in Korean film. In cooperation with partners BAM Cinandeacute;matek and CJ Entertainment, this 10th festival features blockbusters, cutting-edge action, drama, and comedy at BAM Rose Cinema. New York Korean Film Festival will present th]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/10th-new-york-korean-film-festival-nykff-@-bam-rose-cinema-38491.htmlhttp://www.bam.org http://www.hancinema.net/korean-drama-starting-today-2012-02-08-in-korea-38490.html Korean drama starting today 2012/02/08 in Korea "Operation Proposal" (2012)Directed by Kim Woo-seonWritten by Yoon Ji-ryeonNetwork : TV ChosunWith Yoo Seung-ho, Park Eun-bin, Lee Hyeon-jin-I, Ko Kyeong-pyo, Park Yeong-seo, Kim Sin-ah,...SynopsisA remake of the Japanese drama "Operation Love" from 2007.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/korean-drama-starting-today-2012-02-08-in-korea-38490.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/kim-jae-joong-treated-to-a-banquet-at-the-presidential-palace-in-turkey-38489.html Singer "Hero" Jae-joong was treated to a banquet at the presidential palace in Turkey on Monday alongside President Lee Myung-bak and his entourage. Kim was treated as a national guest of Turkey and met with politicians from both Korea and Turkey, including the presidents of both nations. "I was really nervous as it sounded like a formal event, and as soon as I entered, President Abdullah Gul ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-jae-joong-treated-to-a-banquet-at-the-presidential-palace-in-turkey-38489.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/kang-ta-returns-to-the-spotlight-in-korea-after-4-years-of-absence-38488.html Singer Kang Ta attended a press conference on Tuesday for the reality singing-survival show "Voice Korea", in which he will be a mentor. The singer's return to Korean television after moving to China is significant as he has neither appeared on a TV program nor released an album in his home country for more than four years. At the press conference, the singer expressed his initial hesitation in]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kang-ta-returns-to-the-spotlight-in-korea-after-4-years-of-absence-38488.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/lee-kyung-gyu-to-start-scholarship-fund-with-profits-from-ramen-38487.html Comedian Lee Kyung-gyu and Paldo, the company behind Kkokkomyeon, a brand of ramen developed by Lee himself, will soon reveal plans for a scholarship fund that Lee will set up using profits from the oodles of noodles consumed in Korea. At a press conference slated for Monday, the two parties will detail plans for the fund, and Paldo will also make an announcement about the new direction it will]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/lee-kyung-gyu-to-start-scholarship-fund-with-profits-from-ramen-38487.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/journalist-sets-aside-any-conflict-of-interest--will-marry-anchorwoman-38486.html Moon Ji-ae MBC anchorwoman Moon Ji-ae and reporter Jeon Jong-hwan will tie the knot on May 4. Ilgan Sports reported that the couple will get married at Villa de Bailey, an up-market wedding center in Sinsa-dong, southern Seoul. After the wedding, the two will move into an apartment in Cheongdam-dong, southern Seoul. The two met at work and attended performances and dinners together. In 2007, ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/journalist-sets-aside-any-conflict-of-interest--will-marry-anchorwoman-38486.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/singer-takes-long-journey-back-to-self-38485.html Singer Lee Sang-eun, who rose to stardom after her song "Damdadi" became a hit at the Gangbyeon Song Festival in 1988, is now working on her 15th album. By Park Jong-geun If you've just started to get into Korean music, there's a good chance that you haven't heard the song "Damdadi". But when you hear its catchy melody, it might sound familiar. That's because it's actually been around for]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/singer-takes-long-journey-back-to-self-38485.htmlhttp://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com http://www.hancinema.net/popular-korean-films-reflecting-social-issues-38483.html Korean movies that tackle social issues head on have recently become the center of attention in the country.They not only portray reality, but also provoke discussions. Arirang News correspondent Park Ji-won joins us in the studio, and analyzes two films that are now screening here in Korea, which are now raising questions about Korea's political and legal conditions.Hello, Ji-won. [Repo]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/popular-korean-films-reflecting-social-issues-38483.htmlhttp://www.arirang.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/historical-dramas-captivate-korea-38482.html From a TV drama getting 40% ratings with its heartbreaking love story between a king and a shaman to the movie of a master archer from the Joseon Dynasty that became the box office success of 2011 Korea, the world's hub of hit TV dramas, is creating a new global boom with its historical dramas. [Interview : Jo Yong-gil, Seoul resident] "You can feel the unique culture of Korea in historical d]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/historical-dramas-captivate-korea-38482.htmlhttp://www.arirang.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/introduction-of-yoohoo-and-friends-38481.html Synopsis The characters are species at risk of extinction and take a journey together to find new friends in other continents. The show is designed to teach children about environmental protection and preservation. The series has been developed since 2007 and targeted at the global market from the beginning. Story/Production Note "Yoohoo and Friends. A journey to look for Land of Greens]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/introduction-of-yoohoo-and-friends-38481.htmlhttp://korean-content.com http://www.hancinema.net/introduction-of-kambu-in-mystery-island-38480.html Synopsis 1) Overview andamp; Concept Mail-dog KAMBU's funny adventure stories in 'Mystery Island' Core Concept : Imagination andamp; Fun The animation for stimulating Children's Infinite Imagination through environmental backgrounds, characters and situation settings (story telling) which are based on Creative andamp; Educational Elements. The animation where children can Learn So]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/introduction-of-kambu-in-mystery-island-38480.htmlhttp://korean-content.com http://www.hancinema.net/korean-language-education-goes-global-38479.html In recent years, there has been a rise in worldwide interest in learning Korean, along with the ever-growing popularity of Korean pop culture around the world. The widespread enthusiasm for K-pop and dramas has led fans overseas craving to learn the Korean language, a prerequisite to understanding Korean culture. In light of the increasing demand for Korean language education, the Korean govern]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/korean-language-education-goes-global-38479.htmlhttp://www.dynamic-korea.com http://www.hancinema.net/girls-generation-to-release-album-in-europe-38478.html Girls' Generation will release an official album in France on February 13. Their agency SM delivered the news on February 7 that Girls' Generation will release their album "The Boys" through Polydor, the French branch of Universal music. The album will be a special album of their album "The Boys" that was released in the USA last month. Girls' Generation's album release in Europe is an outstand]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/girls-generation-to-release-album-in-europe-38478.htmlhttp://english.kbs.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/kim-ha-neul-confirmed-to-join-jang-dong-gun-in-a-gentleman-s-dignity-38477.html The main male-female duo for the upcoming new drama "A Gentleman's Dignity" has been confirmed. Top actress Kim Ha-neul will be joining Jang Dong-gun on his small screen comeback. This is the first time for the two to be working together. The name value of each of these two stars alone has kicked up the anticipation for this project. The staff behind is is just as notable. Producer Sin Woo-cheo]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-ha-neul-confirmed-to-join-jang-dong-gun-in-a-gentleman-s-dignity-38477.htmlhttp://english.kbs.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/sean--jeong-hye-yeong-donate-another-100-million-won-to-kids-in-poverty-38476.html This is the fourth year already that the star charity couple Sean and Jeong Hye-yeong have donated 100 million won to kids who grow up in poverty. The two said they hope their total of 400 million won will help these children to grow up with hopes and dreams despite their discouraging environments. According to Holt's Children's Services, the married couple known for their charitable acts, has ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/sean--jeong-hye-yeong-donate-another-100-million-won-to-kids-in-poverty-38476.htmlhttp://english.kbs.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/k-pop-singers-target-global-market-38475.html (Above picture: Big Bang) K-pop seems ready to take the world by storm this year to capitalize on the momentum of the resurgent Korean Wave, with leading bands such as Girls' Generation, Big Bang, and JYJ staging world tours or debuting overseas in the coming months. Big Bang plan to launch their first world tour next month, with 25 cities in 16 countries packed into their whistle-stop itinera]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/k-pop-singers-target-global-market-38475.htmlhttp://english.chosun.com http://www.hancinema.net/today-s-photo-february-8-2012--38474.html Actress Han Hye-jin poses at a press event for her new drama "Syndrome" in Seoul on Tuesday. Han Hye-jin and Song Chang-ee Han Hye-jin and Park Geon-hyeong Kim Yoo-seok and Kim Seong-ryeong Kim Seong-ryeong Song Chang-ee Park Geon-hyeong]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/today-s-photo-february-8-2012--38474.htmlhttp://english.chosun.com http://www.hancinema.net/girls-generation-to-appear-on-france-s-popular-tv-talk-show-38473.html K-pop group Girls' Generation will appear on a popular French talk show ahead of its first release of a music album in Europe early next week, the group's entertainment agency said Wednesday. The group will be on the "Le Grand Journal", a talk show program of the French pay-TV channel "CANAL plus" on Thursday (on Paris time), S.M. Entertainment Co. said. "Le Grand Journal", which airs at 7 p.m]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/girls-generation-to-appear-on-france-s-popular-tv-talk-show-38473.htmlhttp://www.koreatimes.co.kr http://www.hancinema.net/interview-with-director-lee-kwang-kuk-38472.html Formerly an assistant director to HONG Sang-soo, LEE Kwang-kuk has struck off on his own to make his feature debut with "Romance Joe". After a world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, "Romance Joe" made its international premiere in the Tiger Awards Competition at the recently wrapped International Film Festival Rotterdam. Lee spoke with Jean NOHahead of and at the festival about]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/interview-with-director-lee-kwang-kuk-38472.htmlhttp://www.koreanfilm.or.kr http://www.hancinema.net/korean-food-alleys-escape-into-pimatgol-38471.html Above picture: Left: Traditional architecture can be found in the unlikeliest corners of Pimatgol. Right: A restaurant is adorned with a giant yangban mask, which originally served as a parody of the aristocracy. The bustle of downtown Seoul can be overwhelming at times, leaving one feeling trampled. That's why there are alleys of refuge such as Pimatgol. Meaning "Horse-Avoiding Alley", this]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/korean-food-alleys-escape-into-pimatgol-38471.htmlhttp://www.korea.net http://www.hancinema.net/haeundae-polar-bear-swim-festival-38470.html I had the pleasure recently of watching the 25th Polar Bear Swimming Contest on Busan's beautiful Haeundae Beach. I rolled out of bed early on a Sunday to catch the festivities. The opening ceremonies and welcoming activities began at 9:00 that morning, but the real action started at 11:00 with the official swim event. The swimmers were called to the front-and-center of the beach for the warm-u]]> Wed, 08 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/haeundae-polar-bear-swim-festival-38470.htmlhttp://blog.korea.net http://www.hancinema.net/kim-seon-ah-the-sun-and-the-moon-is-everywhere-38469.html Kim Seon-ah showed how big a fan she is of the drama "The Sun and the Moon". She posted on her Me Today homepage, "Although the sun and the moon can't be in the sky at the same time, they can be reflected in a pond. Did you ask to be forgotten? Do you wish to be? I am sorry that although though I tried to forget you, it cannot be done. It's so awesome. When the moon is up we sleep and when we w]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-seon-ah-the-sun-and-the-moon-is-everywhere-38469.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/kim-min-hee-vs-han-ga-in-a-competition-on-movie-screens-38468.html "Gabi" and "An Introduction To Architecture" to compete in March. The two 31 year-old actresses will face off through their acting. Both born in 1982, Kim Min-hee and Han Ga-in will compete in theaters this coming March with their respective movies. They both have attempted at changing their images through these movies. Kim Min-hee has taken on the role of Seon-yeong, who becomes wrapped up ]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-min-hee-vs-han-ga-in-a-competition-on-movie-screens-38468.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/lee-seon-gyoon-doing-a-bed-scene-after-marriage-is-uncomfortable-38467.html Actor Lee Seon-gyoon said he's uncomfortable when he shoots bed scenes. This was said at the press premier for the movie "Helpless", held at the Seoul Apgujeong CGV on February 7th with actors Lee Seon-gyoon, Kim Min-hee, Jo Seong-ha and director Byeon Yeong-joo. When host Park Kyeong-rim asked about the bed scene after watching the preview, Lee Seon-gyoon said, "I am uncomfortable with bed sc]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/lee-seon-gyoon-doing-a-bed-scene-after-marriage-is-uncomfortable-38467.htmlhttp://movie.daum.net http://www.hancinema.net/kim-soo-hyeon-i-makes-a-move-on-sin-se-kyeong--38466.html Hot star Kim Soo-hyeon-I and Sin Se-kyeong were caught on camera with his arm over her shoulders. Several pictures were posted online recently titled, "Kim Soo-hyeon-I and Sin Se-kyeong arm over shoulder at the Joongang University Festival". In the pictures are Kim Soo-hyeon-I and Sin Se-kyeong, who are from the same Department of Theater and Film Class of 2009 at Joongang University. Unlike e]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/kim-soo-hyeon-i-makes-a-move-on-sin-se-kyeong--38466.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/added-teaser-and-poster-for-the-upcoming-korean-omnibus-movie-doomsday-book-38465.html Added teaser and poster for the upcoming Korean omnibus movie "Doomsday Book" @36384677@ "Doomsday Book" (2006)Directed by Kim Ji-woon, Lim Pil-seongWith Ryoo Seung-beom, Kim Kang-woo, Song Sae-byeok, Song Yeong-chang, Kim Gyoo-ri-I, Ko Joon-hee,...Also known as "The Fall of Humanity"SynopsisFirst Chapter ("Heaven's Creation") - Director Kim Ji-woonA story about a robot who gains consciousness]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/added-teaser-and-poster-for-the-upcoming-korean-omnibus-movie-doomsday-book-38465.htmlhttp://www.hancinema.net http://www.hancinema.net/jang-dong-gun-and-kim-ha-neul-confirmed-to-star-in-sbs-s-a-gentleman-s-dignity-38464.html Actor Jang Dong-gun and actress Kim Ha-neul will star in a drama as lovers. Jang Dong-gun and Kim Ha-neul have confirmed to star in the new SBS weekend drama "A Gentleman's Dignity", which is coming this May. They have joined hands with writer Kim Eun-sook and producer Shin Woo-cheol from "Secret Garden". "A Gentleman's Dignity" is a romantic comedy about four middle aged people who have reach]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/jang-dong-gun-and-kim-ha-neul-confirmed-to-star-in-sbs-s-a-gentleman-s-dignity-38464.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/the-initials-of-lee-seung-gi-s-first-love-kim-s-k-38463.html Lee Seung-gi requested guest Moon Hee-ok sing her song "The Family Name's Kim" on the SBS TV program "Kang Heart" on February 7th. He imitated her unique singing voice and MC Boom asked him to sing the song with the name of his first love instead. Lee Seung-gi then said, "She could be watching" and sang the song with her name: "Family name is Kim and her given name is S.K". Meanwhile, t]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/the-initials-of-lee-seung-gi-s-first-love-kim-s-k-38463.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-shut-up-flower-boy-band-jeong-ee-cheol-and-jo-bo-ah-become-lovers-38462.html Jeong Ee-cheol sent Jo Bo-ah his loving heart with a scarf andamp; a kiss on the fourth episode of the TVN drama "Shut Up: Flower Boy Band". Yoo Seung-hoon found out that Im Soo-ah was living in an attic and presented her with a large amount of gift certificates. However, understanding this as pity, she refused to take it as she said, "This is too much for me to accept as your friend". Seung-hoon]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-shut-up-flower-boy-band-jeong-ee-cheol-and-jo-bo-ah-become-lovers-38462.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-hanbando-hwang-jeong-min-and-kim-jeong-eun-argue-over-core-technologies-38461.html On TV Chosun drama "Hanbando - Drama", Hwang Jeong-min and Kim Jeong-eun had a conflict. The conflict was about the sharing of core technology between South and North Korean researchers Seo Myeong-joon (Hwang Jeong-min) and Rim Jin-jae (Kim Jeong-eun). On the first episode of the drama Jin-jae tried to take the South's core technology under the orders of her nation. She asked for this from Mye]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/spoiler-hanbando-hwang-jeong-min-and-kim-jeong-eun-argue-over-core-technologies-38461.htmlhttp://news.nate.com http://www.hancinema.net/all_korean_dramas.php?date_airing=2012/02/09
Operation Proposal
Hanbando - Drama
Feast of the Gods
Shut Up: Flower Boy Band
Dream High 2
Salamander Guru and the Gang
Glowing She
Wild Romance
The Sun and the Moon
Take Care of Us, Captain
Salaryman
Bachelor's Vegetable Store
Go! Mrs. Go!
Fermented Family
Color of Woman
When Women Powder Twice
Vampire Idol
I Live in Cheongdam-dong
Come, Come, Absolutely Come
Happy and
Queen Insoo
Heaven's Garden
What's Up
Bolder By the Day
Lights and Shadows
Just Like Today
Special Affairs Team TEN
My Daughter, Flower
Couple Clinic - Love and War Season 2
Just You
TV Novel Bok-hee
If Tomorrow Comes
Bride of the Sun
Dangerous Woman
High Kick 3, The Short Legs Counterattack
Live in Style
Rude Miss Young-Ae Season 9
Ojak Brothers
Hooray for Love
Gwanggaeto the GreatMore dramas ]]> Tue, 07 Feb 12 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.hancinema.net/all_korean_dramas.php?date_airing=2012/02/09