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Cartoonist Kang Full’s “Witch” Celebrates Drama Adaptation with Events “Moving” and “Light Shop” Following Suit

14Feb

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Cartoonist Kang Full’s “Witch” Celebrates Drama Adaptation with Events “Moving” and “Light Shop” Following Suit

Photo source: Kakao Entertainment Kakao Entertainment is holding an event to commemorate the dramatization of webtoons from the 'Kang Full Universe'. The drama based on the original work 'The Witch' is set to premiere on February 15th, starring Park Jin-young and Noh Jung-ui, with director Kim Tae-kyun at the helm. Various events celebrating 'The Witch' are underway, with expectations of a synergistic effect between the webtoon and the drama. Anticipated to blend mystery and romance, the drama 'The Witch' is expected to attract the interest of fans both domestically and internationally.

Netmarble updates ‘Jeju Island Joint Raid: Final Battle’

12Feb

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Netmarble updates ‘Jeju Island Joint Raid: Final Battle’

Netmarble Netmarble has updated the global cooperation event 'Jeju Island Alliance Raid: Decisive Battle' in 'Solo Leveling: ARISE'. A new SSR Hunter, 'Tawata Kanae', has been added, along with various contents and events. 'Solo Leveling: ARISE' is an IP game that won the grand prize at the Korea Game Awards, gaining significant popularity globally. Through this update, it aims to gather users' expectations and excitement.

With 220 million views, the hit IP “Siren” is reborn as a musical by Shonote! The grand opening of the worldwide premiere is set for April 2026.

11Feb

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With 220 million views, the hit IP “Siren” is reborn as a musical by Shonote! The grand opening of the worldwide premiere is set for April 2026.

Photo source: Kakao Entertainment The popular IP 'Siren', which has garnered 220 million views, will be adapted into a musical through a collaboration between Kakao Entertainment and Show Note. This work, which has gained popularity as a webtoon and web novel, is scheduled to have its grand opening at a major theater in April 2026. Combining world-class creators and musical expertise, the production aims to showcase a beautiful fantasy on stage, with auditions currently underway. This musical is also drawing attention as a case study of Kakao Entertainment's IP value chain.

Melon Successfully Holds Fan Meetup to Celebrate IU’s Comeback

6Feb

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Melon Successfully Holds Fan Meetup to Celebrate IU’s Comeback

Melon successfully held a fan meetup event to commemorate the release of IVE's third mini-album, 'IVE EMPATHY.' During this event, the members interacted with fans, watched the music video for their new song 'ATTITUDE' together, and shared touching moments by reading and responding to fans' event comments. Wrapping up the fan meetup event successfully, IVE expressed gratitude to fans and shared the precious time spent together. Melon Spotlight provides exclusive content to promote artists' albums to the public and showcases various events through differentiated projects within the music platform industry.

Lim Young Woong’s ‘I’m Hero: The Stadium’ to be released on Netflix on the 31st.

30Jan

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Lim Young Woong’s ‘I’m Hero: The Stadium’ to be released on Netflix on the 31st.

Fish Music Singer Lim Young Woong's movie 'Lim Young Woong: I'm Hero The Stadium' will be globally released through Netflix. The film captures the era of heroes and the first stadium performance at Seoul World Cup Stadium, setting records by also being screened in IMAX and ScreenX formats. Expectations are high for the movie to deliver emotional impact to audiences through its dazzling stage and performances. Simultaneously released in South Korea, the United States, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau, it is anticipated to be a special treat for the Lunar New Year holiday.

Kakao Webtoon unveils 11 special new series for the Lunar New Year! Renowned creators like Jang Yi of “The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor” and No Kyung-chan of “Abu Dhabi Duo” return with guaranteed hits!

23Jan

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Kakao Webtoon unveils 11 special new series for the Lunar New Year! Renowned creators like Jang Yi of “The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor” and No Kyung-chan of “Abu Dhabi Duo” return with guaranteed hits!

Kakao Webtoon has unveiled 11 major new works through the '2025 Lunar New Year Special Webtoon Relay Event,' heralding the return of the authors. The genres range from sports, thriller, martial arts, to armored warfare, with popular authors such as Jang Yi, No Kyung-chan, and Yong Yong participating, known for their hit works. Particularly anticipated works like 'Rhythm and Baseball,' 'Black Haze,' and 'Red Storm: The Return of the King' are included, expected to receive positive responses. Furthermore, with the return of renowned authors, it is anticipated that they will drive early-year success, raising high expectations and support from users. It is said that this year, too, diverse themes and high-quality works can be anticipated.

Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be the World’s First Musical Adaptation in Japan!

22Jan

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Webtoon ‘Itaewon Class’ to be the World’s First Musical Adaptation in Japan!

Kakao Entertainment's flagship global IP, "Itaewon Class," will be adapted into a musical for the first time in the world, starting in Japan. Popular singer and actor Kouta Kinozumi will take on the lead role, with a talented creative team including Lee Hee-joon and Helen Park. Following the immense domestic success of "Itaewon Class," this global expansion into Japan and Taiwan has garnered significant attention. The success of the musical adaptation of "Itaewon Class" showcases the value and potential of various IPs, paving the way for the discovery of more IPs to further enrich the entertainment experience.

Global Success of ‘Solo Leveling’ Anime Season 2 Celebrated with Enhanced Collaboration Event with KakaoPage/Kakao Webtoon

21Jan

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Global Success of ‘Solo Leveling’ Anime Season 2 Celebrated with Enhanced Collaboration Event with KakaoPage/Kakao Webtoon

The global hit drama "Solo Leveling" continues its successful run with an animation season 2, holding special events on KakaoPage and Kakao Webtoon. Season 2 has achieved top rankings on Japan's Amazon Prime TV show and secured a spot in the weekly TOP 10 on Netflix in 11 countries, proving its global popularity. The "Solo Leveling" intellectual property (IP), stemming from the original web novel and webtoon's popularity, has expanded into animation and games, garnering worldwide success. To commemorate this achievement, an event is currently taking place. Kakao Entertainment is anticipating further expansion through continued investment in the "Solo Leveling" IP, with news circulating about preparations for a live-action drama adaptation.

The enduring popularity of the South Korean drama “Crash Landing on You” in Japan: The love story “Crash Landing on You,” reimagined as a traditional Japanese women’s theater performance with a 110-year history.

28Nov

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The enduring popularity of the South Korean drama “Crash Landing on You” in Japan: The love story “Crash Landing on You,” reimagined as a traditional Japanese women’s theater performance with a 110-year history.

The Takarazuka Revue, a Japanese female theatrical troupe with a 110-year tradition, has been reborn with "Crash Landing on You" and is currently performing in Tokyo and Osaka. This special production by the all-female Takarazuka Revue features Jun Asami and Ayaka Yumeshiro in leading roles, garnering anticipation from the audience. "Crash Landing on You" is a globally beloved drama, and through the Takarazuka performances, it is expected to demonstrate its localized global impact, leading to a successful box office performance.