From screen to street food, Korea brings its dynamic storytellers to London
London is set to spend October immersed in contemporary Korean culture, with dramas, literature and food brought together for a monthlong program featuring screenings, author talks and Korean street-food experiences. The Korean Cultural Centre UK said Friday that Curated Korea 2026 will introduce works, creators and ideas shaping Korean culture through programs spanning television, books and…
London will be immersed in contemporary Korean culture throughout October, as a month-long program brings together dramas, literature, and street food. Curated Korea 2026 will showcase works, creators, and ideas that are shaping Korean culture through various programs, ranging from television to books and culinary experiences.
The program kicked off on Thursday with a screening and discussion of the popular K-drama "The Ordinary Jackpot" at the Korean Cultural Centre. Attendees can look forward to another screening of "Study Group" at Foyles Charing Cross on October 8. Renowned K-drama director Jang Tae-yoo, known for hits like "My Love from the Star," will attend a screening and Q&A session for his upcoming series "Bon Appétit, Your Majesty" at the Royal Society of Arts on October 9.
The event series will continue on October 16 at Garden Cinema, where a screening of "Dear X," a psychological thriller adapted from a webtoon, will be followed by a panel discussion. Literary events will feature Kim Cho-yeop, the author of "If We Can."
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