[BOOK REVIEW] A Psychological Thriller, ‘The Good Son,’ a novel by renowned K-author, You-Jeong Jeong: “There is no justification for doing wrong, no matter the reason.”

There is no justification for doing wrong, no matter the reason. - You Jeong Jeong Written by John Paul Serraon, book critic and honorary reporter of the Korean Culture and Information Service of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Republic of Korea-ASEAN online supporters A psychological thriller theme that will blow the readers' minds …

Exploring the Hidden Gems: Discovering the Beauty of Korea through K-dramas Filming Locations

By KREW John Axel Orencia  Korean dramas, commonly referred to as K-dramas, have garnered significant global attention due to their compelling narratives and visually stunning filming sites. Consequently, there has been a notable surge in tourism within regions of Korea, resulting in advantageous outcomes for both the local economy and the community. Although well-known tourist …

KREW STANS: BE YOU 3: ‘The World Will Smile’ is a night to remember!

By Sarah Jessica Mercado Last July 23, the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Manila was filled with excitement and passionate cheers from the KPOP fans as we experienced the BE YOU 3 Concert!  As a fan myself from the 2nd generation idols (2nd gen) of KPOP, it feels nostalgic to hear some songs and see our …

How the Korean Movie Industry Changed During and After the Pandemic

By: Ginyn Cadavillo Like many industries, the COVID-19 pandemic brought both negative and positive impacts to the Korean movie scene. The way movies are consumed has definitely evolved–from before the global outbreak, during the lockdowns, and to now that most restrictions have been lifted already.  Sit back, relax, and grab your popcorn for some interesting …

KREW STANS: K-pop songs recommendation to listen to!

By Sarah Jessica Mercado As the rainy season is here, wouldn't it be so good to stay in your room and listen to some K-Pop songs as you read or lie down? As a fan girl who grew up with the 2nd Gen of K-pop, I am pretty stuck with the discography of some groups …

Celebrating Dano through the Art of Korean Traditional Fan Painting

By KREW John Axel Orencia  Photo KCC Philippines and John Axel Orencia       Dano, alongside Chuseok (Mid-Autumn Festival) and Seollal (Lunar New Year), is among the most prominent traditional festivities in Korea. However, Dano is not celebrated as widely today as it once was. In light of the changing trends in celebrations, it is worth noting …

The Adaptation of Webtoon to Life!

By: Sarah Jessica Mercado and Mari Mikhaela Javier According to Bloomberg News, Webtoon is today's "viral export" from Korea. Based on the survey released by Statista on April 5th this year, Webtoons are becoming increasingly popular around the world. Not only it is the trend of the recent K-Drama adaptations, the vertically-read digital manhwa is …

Step into the Royal Ball: IVE’s The First Fan Concert, “The Prom Queens,” sets Manila aglow

By: Hannah Amor Nothing is more remarkable for a fan than attending your idol's first concert. It is a great way to show that you were there with them before they got famous. That is how every Filipino DIVE felt when IVE made their dreams come true last June 17.  IVE – a sextet girl …

KCC Philippines hosts Phil-Kor’s celebration of Family Month with a film screening.

By KREW John Axel Orencia  In Korean culture, the family plays a central role, and its importance is mirrored in everyday life. Koreans consider their families to be their primary source of comfort, security, and identity. Within the family, Koreans place an importance on open dialogue, compromise, and understanding. Filipinos and Koreans exhibit similar family …

Children’s Day in South Korea: A Celebration of Life

Ginyn Noble-Cadavillo & Aila Grace Periodico             The world is a better place if children can live happily and safely. Bang Jeong-Hwan, the founder of Children's Day (어린이날), believes that the youth are the future of the nation. In Korea, the holiday is celebrated every year on May 5th. Beyond …