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South Korea’s finance minister has vowed to turn cosmetics into a key export sector, riding on the global popularity of K-beauty. This move aims to diversify the economy and bolster exports.
South Korea's cosmetic trade surplus surpassed $10 billion for the first time in 2025, driven by strong export growth. The milestone underscores the global rise of K-beauty, supported by the Hallyu wave and demand for natural, high-quality products.
The Korean romantic comedy drama 'Perfect Crown' has drawn criticism for historical inaccuracies, prompting calls for stricter verification and faithful representation of traditional elements as Korean content gains global popularity. Historians and audiences have pointed out errors in costumes, settings, and court rituals that misrepresent the depicted era.
Gang Dong-won reveals he is bringing a 'quirky, humorous' touch to his role as the leader of a first-generation K-pop group in a new film project. The film revisits the golden era of H.O.T. and FIN.K.L., before K-pop became a global phenomenon.
BTS returned to the stage in Seoul on March 21st after nearly four years of military service, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans. The event provided a major stimulus to South Korea's economy and boosted its soft power strategy.
