2024 Top 10 Culture News From Nobel win to K-pop controversies, Korean culture continues to soar amid challenges

From Han Kang's historic Nobel Prize win to the ongoing evolution of K-pop and K-drama industry, 2024 was another year of cultural triumphs and trials for Korea. Landmark achievements, including UNESCO's recognition of Korean jang-making tradition as intangible cultural heritage and global success of K-pop artists such as Rose, stood alongside industry struggles in film and contract controversies within the entertainment sector. Here are the top 10 cultural issues that shaped Korea and beyond this year.