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Magic From The Margins: CHROMA KEY Is The Messy Queer Power Rangers Team You Need In Your Life

Avery Kaplan -
In Magic From The Margins, Latonya “Penn” Pennington explores sci-fi fantasy webtoons and Tapas comics by marginalized creators. For the sixth entry, they’re checking out Chroma...

Review: I TAMED MY EX-HUSBAND’S MAD DOG and carving a path to revenge

Merve Giray -
I Tamed My Ex-Husband's Mad Dog Volume 1 Artist: Jagae Adaptation: CMJM Original Story: Jkyum Publisher: Tappytoon (digital), Ize Press (print) Translation: Tappytoon Lettering: Ivo Marques Publication Date: Dec 17, 2024 Rating:...

Review: KILL THE VILLAINESS is a must-read feminist story about agency

K-Comics Beat -
Review by Sri Prasad Kill the Villainess Writer: Haegi Artist: Your April Publisher: Tapas (Webtoon), Ize Press (Print) Localization: Kakao Entertainment Genre: Romantic Fantasy Transmigrated into the body of a villainess...

Review: HONBUL: FLAME OF THE SOUL sparks a slow-burning romance

Hilary Leung -
The webcomic adaptation of the BL novel "Honbul: Flame of the Soul" weaves an intriguing tale of past and present.

Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon to shutter in February

Hilary Leung -
The Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon has suddenly announced service termination at the end of February, leaving creators scrambling to find a new home for their works.

Review: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 Episode 2 features the best fight so far

Hilary Leung -
Episode 2 also raises questions on the inner workings of the system and Jinwoo as a player.
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Atsuko drops JUJUTSU KAISEN collaboration

Hayame Kawachi -
Atsuko’s latest collection brings iconic looks inspired by "Jujutsu Kaisen," including the sleek Kento Nanami Quarter-Zip and Infinite Void Hooded Bomber.

Review: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 Episode 2 features the best fight so far

Hilary Leung -
Episode 2 also raises questions on the inner workings of the system and Jinwoo as a player.

Review: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 Episode 1 levels up from Season 1

Hilary Leung -
Solo Leveling Season 2 rises above Season 1 and it's only the first episode.

TRUE BEAUTY glams up for Season 2

Hilary Leung -
"True Beauty" is glamming up with foundation, blush, mascara, and more as it prepares for its upcoming second season.

SOLO LEVELING Season 2 stuns with thrilling trailer before January debut

Hilary Leung -
Solo Leveling's final trailer is here! Jinwoo fights to save his mom as Season 2 drops Jan 4 with 'Red Gate' & 'Jeju Island' arcs.

THE BEGINNING AFTER THE END sets sights on April 2025 premiere

Hilary Leung -
Mark your calendars! The Beginning After the End anime premieres April 2025, and you can stream Season 1 exclusively on Crunchyroll!
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Reviews

Review: I TAMED MY EX-HUSBAND’S MAD DOG and carving a path to revenge

Merve Giray -
I Tamed My Ex-Husband's Mad Dog Volume 1 Artist: Jagae Adaptation: CMJM Original Story: Jkyum Publisher: Tappytoon (digital), Ize Press (print) Translation: Tappytoon Lettering: Ivo Marques Publication Date: Dec 17, 2024 Rating:...

Review: KILL THE VILLAINESS is a must-read feminist story about agency

K-Comics Beat -
Review by Sri Prasad Kill the Villainess Writer: Haegi Artist: Your April Publisher: Tapas (Webtoon), Ize Press (Print) Localization: Kakao Entertainment Genre: Romantic Fantasy Transmigrated into the body of a villainess...

Review: HONBUL: FLAME OF THE SOUL sparks a slow-burning romance

Hilary Leung -
The webcomic adaptation of the BL novel "Honbul: Flame of the Soul" weaves an intriguing tale of past and present.

Review: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 Episode 2 features the best fight so far

Hilary Leung -
Episode 2 also raises questions on the inner workings of the system and Jinwoo as a player.

Review: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 Episode 1 levels up from Season 1

Hilary Leung -
Solo Leveling Season 2 rises above Season 1 and it's only the first episode.

K-Comics Beat 10 Best Webtoons of 2024

K-Comics Beat -
K-Comics Beat’s 10 Best Webtoons of 2024 are here! From Boys’ Love to slice-of-life and vampires, these picks have something for everyone. What will you read next?
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Korean Pop Culture

T.O.P reflects on playing Thanos in SQUID GAME 2

Hayame Kawachi -
T.O.P opens up about his role as Thanos in "Squid Game 2," reflecting on his past struggles, industry comeback, and hopes for a stable future.

IVE Wonyoung’s Harasser Fined and Sentenced

Hayame Kawachi -
IVE's Jang Wonyoung wins her case against YouTuber Sojang, who is sentenced to probation, suspended imprisonment, and fined.

YOU ARE THE APPLE OF MY EYE announces theatrical release

Hayame Kawachi -
"You Are the Apple of My Eye," starring TWICE's Dahyun, set for February 21 theatrical release.

ILLIT sings theme song for IT TAKES MORE THAN A PRETTY FACE TO FALL IN LOVE

Hilary Leung -
K-Pop girl group ILLIT will sing their first original track, "Almond Chocolate," as the theme song for the live-action adaptation of the manga "It Takes More Than a Pretty Face to Fall in Love".

UNDER THE OAK TREE Maxi and Riftan are thrown into the modern world

Hilary Leung -
Under the Oak Tree's artist has reimagined the couple into high school students for a photo booth collaboration.

SQUID GAME Season 3 may be sooner than everyone thinks

Hilary Leung -
"Squid Game" fans, rejoice! Season 3 is confirmed for 2025, but sharp-eyed viewers may have spotted a hint about the exact premiere date.
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Business News

Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon to shutter in February

Hilary Leung -
The Korean webcomics platform Peanutoon has suddenly announced service termination at the end of February, leaving creators scrambling to find a new home for their works.

Wattpad WEBTOON Taps Shane Mang to Lead Licensing & Merchandise

Hayame Kawachi -
Shane Mang joins WEBTOON as Head of Licensing & Merchandise to bring fans exclusive new merch!

Stillfront and WEBTOON team up: popular webcomics turned into free-to-play mobile games

Hayame Kawachi -
Stillfront’s Nanobit partners with WEBTOON to create mobile games based on hit webcomic series.
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