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Korea JoongAng Daily

Gap between domestic, international receptions to K-content continues to widen

“Dynamite Kiss” is one of many recent Korean shows that drew lukewarm reactions from critics and viewers at home but found global success on streaming platforms, highlighting a widening gap between domestic and international receptions of K-content.

2026-01-06

Rom-com 'Dynamite Kiss' tops Netflix's non-English series chart for 2nd week

The SBS romantic comedy "Dynamite Kiss" remained atop Netflix's weekly non-English series chart for a second straight week, the streaming platform said Wednesday.

2025-12-11

Celebrities take on basketball for new reality series 'Rising Eagles' — in pictures

SBS’s new sports reality show “Rising Eagles” held a press conference on Wednesday at SBS Hall in Gangseo District, western Seoul, just days before its first broadcast on Nov. 29.

2025-11-26

U.S. embassy investigating exploitation at salt farm in South Jeolla: Report

The U.S. Embassy in Korea has reportedly begun an investigation into the alleged exploitation of intellectually disabled individuals in Shinan, South Jeolla, according to a report by broadcaster SBS on Tuesday.

2025-11-19

'Solo' journey yields ensemble cast dynamics in popular hyperrealistic dating show

Now in its fifth year, "I Am Solo" continues to top cable variety show ratings, averaging a 4.4 percent viewership rating nationwide as of its Oct. 29 episode, according to Nielsen Korea.

2025-11-05

SBS apologizes for subtitle mistake during report on President Lee's meeting with Nvidia chief

SBS has issued an apology after mistakenly displaying an unrelated subtitle mentioning "North Korean prison camps" during a coverage of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's remarks at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting last week.

2025-11-04

SBS gains special access to presidential briefing room for new variety show

The presidential office in Yongsan District, central Seoul, is opening its doors to variety television for the first time, with SBS gaining rare access to film inside its press briefing room for a new talk show set to premiere this week.

2025-10-23

Ghosts of Korea's past: Korean dramas blend history with supernatural to draw audiences

Blending romance, action and occult elements, a new wave of genre-infused period dramas is captivating Korean audiences, with shows like SBS’s “The Haunted Palace” leading the trend by reimagining traditional sageuk (Korean historical drama).

2025-05-21

SBS to launch new boy band audition show 'B:My Boyz' in June

TV channel SBS will launch a new boy band audition program titled “B:My Boyz,” featuring 30 trainees vying to become the next leader in K-pop.

2025-05-05

SBS legal drama 'Good Partner' to return with second season

SBS will produce a second season of the successful legal drama 'Good Partner,' though details about filming, scheduling, and cast are still under discussion.

2025-04-03