K-pop, K-drama & Film
For most international fans, the Korean Wave (Hallyu) is the way in: K-pop, K-dramas and award-winning films. Behind the hits sits a deep, fast-moving entertainment industry.
Here we cover concerts and fan culture, filming locations you can actually visit, and how to get closer to the industry while you're in Korea.
Guides in this section
Busan International Film Festival: A Visitor's Guide
Your comprehensive guide to attending the Busan International Film Festival, including dates, venues, ticketing, and travel tips.
Updated Aug 19, 2026
Korean movies to watch in 2026
Explore the standout Korean films of 2026, from historical dramas to innovative thrillers, and discover the industry's evolving trends.
Updated Aug 5, 2026
Korean dramas in 2026: top picks and trends
Explore the standout Korean dramas of 2026, from high-rated series to emerging trends and must-watch titles.
Updated Aug 4, 2026
K-pop groups: a guide for international fans
An in-depth look at the most influential K-pop groups in 2026, their achievements, and the evolving landscape of the genre.
Updated Aug 3, 2026
KPop Demon Hunters: what the record-breaking film got right
The 2025 Netflix film became the platform's most-watched title and won Best Animated Feature. What it borrowed from real K-pop, and what to watch next.
Updated Aug 2, 2026
Where to buy K-pop albums, photocards, and merch in Seoul
A comprehensive guide to the best places in Seoul to purchase K-pop albums, photocards, and merchandise, including major record stores, entertainment compa
Updated Jul 23, 2026
K-drama cafes and spots in Seoul you can actually visit
Explore real-life Seoul locations from your favorite K-dramas, including iconic cafes and filming sites, with practical tips for your visit.
Updated Jul 22, 2026
A K-pop fan's first concert in Seoul: what to expect
How to survive your first K-pop concert in Seoul: buying tickets as a foreigner, the major venues, lightsticks and fan chants, merch queues, and etiquette.
Updated Jul 19, 2026
K-beauty for beginners: what to buy at Olive Young
A foreigner's guide to shopping K-beauty at Olive Young, Korea's biggest beauty chain: the skincare routine, top affordable brands, and the tax refund.
Updated Jul 17, 2026
Korean films worth watching first: a beginner's guide
A beginner's roundup of essential Korean films, from Parasite and Oldboy to Train to Busan and Burning, with a viewing order and where to stream them.
Updated Jul 16, 2026
K-pop fandom culture, explained
A newcomer's guide to K-pop fandom culture: names and colors, lightsticks, fanchants, photocards, cup-sleeve cafes, comebacks, and fan apps.
Updated Jul 15, 2026
A beginner’s guide to Korean webtoons
Webtoons are the comics behind True Beauty, Solo Leveling and Sweet Home. What they are, where to read them free, and which Korean titles to start with.
Updated Jul 14, 2026
Pentaport Rock Festival: a guide for music fans
A music fan's guide to Pentaport Rock Festival in Songdo, Incheon: history, dates, subway access, ticket prices and what the weekend is really like.
Updated Jul 14, 2026
How to experience the K-pop industry in Seoul
A fan's real guide to experiencing K-pop in Seoul: agency districts, official stores, music-show tapings, dance classes and birthday cafes.
Updated Jul 14, 2026
K-drama filming locations you can visit
A been-there guide to K-drama filming locations you can actually visit, from Nami Island and Gapyeong to Goblin's breakwater, with prices and transport.
Updated Jul 14, 2026