Koreas

Kang Ho-sung Launches KHS Agency: Revolutionizing Talent Management in South Korea’s Entertainment Industry

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Seoul, South Korea — After years at the intersection of law and entertainment, Kang Ho-sung is embarking on a new venture aimed at reshaping the way South Korean celebrities are represented. As the founder and CEO of KHS Agency, Kang is focused on introducing a fresh approach to artist management that goes beyond traditional methods. Having previously served as a prosecutor and worked as an entertainment lawyer, Kang is well-acquainted with the industry’s complexities. He emphasized the need for advanced support for artists—particularly as the Korean entertainment market continues to assert itself on the global … Read more

South Korea’s ‘The Land of Morning Calm’ Triumphs at Vesoul Film Festival, Clinching the Prestigious Golden Cyclo

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Vesoul, France – South Korean filmmaker Park Ri-woong’s evocative cinematic piece “The Land of Morning Calm” has clinched the prestigious Golden Cyclo Award at the Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema. Under the careful scrutiny of a jury chaired by renowned Chinese filmmaker Jia Zhang-ke, Park’s film stood out for its profound narrative and stirring portrayal of life’s complexities. Jia Zhang-ke praised the film for its vivid storytelling and emotional depth. He likened the experience of watching the movie to a deep-sea dive, starting from tranquil surface waters and plunging into the swirling undercurrents … Read more

Prominent M&A Expert Sang Jin Han Joins Kim & Chang, Enhancing South Korea’s Leading Law Firm’s Cross-Border Capabilities

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SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea’s premier legal firm, Kim & Chang, has significantly enhanced its expertise in multinational mergers and acquisitions with the recruitment of esteemed attorney Sang Jin Han, who is transitioning from the American law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton. Han, a prominent figure in cross-border legal practices, is accompanied by a skilled group of M&A associates – Ji-won Lim, Jae Sung Kim, and Ki Won Ahn. This move comes as part of Kim & Chang’s strategy to bolster its capabilities in handling global transactions. At Cleary Gottlieb, where Han was … Read more

South Korea’s Ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Indictment for Insurrection Amid Martial Law Uproar

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SEOUL, South Korea — Prosecutors in South Korea have indicted Yoon Suk Yeol, the country’s impeached president, on charges of orchestrating a brief but significant imposition of martial law, as announced by the main opposition party. This unprecedented legal action could potentially lead to severe consequences for Yoon, who attempted to suppress political activities and control the media on Dec. 3. The allegations against the president have sent shockwaves through South Korea, the fourth-largest economy in Asia and a crucial ally of the United States. The decree not only suspended parliamentary operations but also implicated … Read more