Japan

Korean cinema hit a 20-year low in 2025, but Japanese animation soared—signaling a new era for Asia’s box office power balance
Film & TV
‘Train to Busan’ director Yeon Sang-ho returns with Revelations, a gripping Netflix thriller diving into faith, obsession, and dark truths
'Ne Zha 2' dominates China’s box office but struggles abroad. Cultural barriers, limited distribution, and marketing gaps hinder global success
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'Rush Hour 4' is officially moving ahead — thanks to Trump’s intervention — as Paramount and Warner Bros. reignite the
Michael Jai White has made history as the first non-Asian to receive the prestigious Bruce Lee Award at the 2025
SGIFF GM Jeremy Chua says the festival aims to be a “stepping stone” for Asian directors, spotlighting emerging voices beyond
Veteran South Korean actor Lee Soon-jae, known for iconic roles in 'What on Earth Is Love?', 'Hur Jun', and 'Grandpas
SEVENTEEN make history as the first-ever K-pop group to perform on NPR’s Tiny Desk, delivering a stripped-back set filled with
Simu Liu condemns Hollywood’s “f**** appalling” decline in Asian representation as Manny Jacinto’s typecasting story reignites calls for industry change
KPop Demon Hunters lands on the Oscars longlist but is ruled ineligible for the BAFTAs despite Netflix’s appeal over its