Tanu I. Raj
PLAVE: the virtual K-pop boyband that embrace their humanity
As the use of AI and deepfake technology slowly creeps into the music industry, this virtual K-pop group – and their label – are proving that the “critical factor” in their success is having a human touch
Every GOT7 song ranked in order of greatness
To commemorate the beloved boyband’s 11th anniversary, here are all of GOT7’s Korean releases ranked in order of greatness
‘The Trunk’ review: a visually breathtaking tale packed with sensuality and allegory
A contract marriage turns into something more sinister when a mysterious trunk is discovered
‘Hellbound’ season two review: terrifying K-drama makes a strong return, but something feels amiss
Director Yeon Sang-ho plays to his strengths, even if the show’s return gets lost in the weeds
‘Uprising’ review: a tale of doomed friendship loses focus halfway through
Even Park Chan-wook’s pointed writing cannot solve the pacing and directional issues of Netflix’s latest Korean original
‘Officer Black Belt’ review: action-packed thriller that’s entertaining but predictable
Kim Woo-bin’s stint as a martial arts officer keeps us hooked, even if the rest of the film doesn’t live up to expectations
Baekhyun – ‘Hello, World’ review: an unfettered re-introduction
His first release in over three years, ‘Hello, World’ is the sound of Baekhyun embracing his newfound freedom, flaws and all
‘The Frog’ review: captivating and delightfully macabre killer thriller
Cold-blooded murder, a mysterious femme-fatale and a man desperate to protect his way of life – what’s not to love?
ENHYPEN – ‘Romance: Untold’ review: funky, sultry and incredibly addictive
On their second full-length album, the K-pop boyband go all out with R&B and synthpop
The 10 best MAMAMOO songs
In celebration of their tenth anniversary, we look back at the greatest releases this bold, fierce quartet have gifted the world
‘Hierarchy’ review: all glamour and no substance
Despite a strong premise and intriguing trailers, this school drama about class inequality falls far short
‘The 8 Show’ review: Netflix can’t escape the shadow of ‘Squid Game’
Eight unsuspecting contestants are pitted against each other in a violent and perverse battle for money