Netflix original drama Kingdom was a global hit, driving K-zombie hype across the US and Europe.
Global streaming giant Netflix Inc. has become a leading platform in South Korea, boasting around 4.1 million paid subscribers and earning over 500 billion won ($453 million) in 2020, up 108% from the previous year, as the company is marking all-time highs for both its number of subscribers and subscription fees.
On Jan. 19, app and retail data provider Wiseapp reported that Korea residents spent 517.3 billion won on Netflix last year, with the December amount reaching a fresh monthly high of 58.7 billion won.
The US-based over-the-top (OTT) service has solidified its position in Korea, just five years after its foray into the country. Netflix rolled out its Korea-based services in January 2016, with Chief Executive Reed Hastings saying that viewers would be able to enjoy movies and TV content everywhere in the country through its platform.
What s Wrong With Secretary Kim?,
Itaewon Class) and couple on- and off-screen Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin (
Crash Landing On You).
You asked for it, we’re giving it to you. Watch out for the event partnership of the year at 5PM Manny V. Pangilinan (@iamMVP) January 18, 2021
So, when MVP hinted at a new campaign, with a purple heart nonetheless, many suspected that SMART would finally have BTS join the telco family. Why is it all so exciting? We venture a few guesses below:
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BTS World Domination
J-Hope, Suga, V, Jimin, Jin, Jungkook, RM of BTS perform onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards on November 22, 2020 in South Korea. (Photo by Big Hit Entertainment/AMA2020/Getty Images via Getty Images)
THROWBACK: When Lee Shin Young opened up about his role in Crash Landing on You
We are looking back at February 2020, when Crash Landing on You star Lee Shin Young opened up about his favourite parts of the hit show, and detailed his experience. Written By THROWBACK: When Lee Shin Young opened up about his role in Crash Landing on You
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Back in February 2020, Crash Landing on You star Lee Shin Young opened up to GQ Korea about starring in the hit drama, his career and personal life. Detailing his experience with the hit show, Crash Landing on You, Lee Shin Young said that it was like a dream to be cast in it. When asked about his favourite scene from the drama, the actor said that it has to be the eating scene at the convenience store. He recalled that when they started filming early in the morning, he was really hungry, so he devoured the cup ramen. The actor called it a very realistic scene.
Crash Landing On You star Son Ye Jin overwhelmed by numerous cakes and flowers received on birthday
Son Ye Jin celebrated her 39th birthday recently. The Crash Landing On You actress revealed she received many cakes, gifts and more! Written By
Dishya Sharma 2229587 reads Mumbai Updated: January 15, 2021 01:06 pm Crash Landing On You star Son Ye Jin overwhelmed by numerous cakes and flowers received on birthday
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K-drama across the globe came together (digitally) to shower Son Ye Jin with love as she celebrated her birthday. The Crash Landing On You star turned 39 on January 11. Along with her birthday, Son Ye Jin also completed 20 years in the industry. Days after the celebrations, Son Ye Jin took to Instagram and revealed she received several cakes and bouquets on the occasion. The actress shared photos and videos of the special cakes and the gorgeous flowers that filled up her room.
On January 14th Son Ye-jin posted a sampling of her birthday presents on Instagram. In the accompanying note, Son Ye-jin mentioned that she had never received so many flower bouquets and cakes on her birthday before.