AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoK-pop’s Global Push: HYBE will bring its Weverse Con Festival to New Delhi on March 27–28, 2027, its first edition outside South Korea. The lineup is still to come, with Korean and Indian artists expected. Fanomenon Scrutiny: JYP founder Park Jin-young denied allegations of preferential treatment at a parliamentary hearing over the planned K-pop festival and awards project, which is backed by four entertainment agencies and projected to draw more than 500,000 visitors. Service Rules Under Review: South Korea’s culture minister says the military-service exemption system for athletes and artists should be comprehensively reviewed after backlash over footballers’ comments at the Asian Games. Film Controversy: Busan’s festival spotlight is shadowed by protests over “The Assassin(s),” a historical drama; actor Yoo Hae-jin has received police protection amid threats, while culture officials have defended creative freedom. Art and Music: BTS’ RM is drawing fans to an exhibition of his art collection at SFMOMA. CelloGayageum, the cello-and-gayageum duo, will make its Los Angeles debut on Oct. 23.
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