MBC will be making changes to its nightly dramas. On May 8, MBC announced, “We held a strategic meeting regarding scheduling on May 2, as well as as another meeting of representatives in charge of scheduling for our main broadcasting channel and our affiliates on May 7. We have come to the final decision to… Continue reading MBC Announces Changes To Weekday Drama Scheduling
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MBC Responds To Reports Of Major Changes In Drama Time Slots
On April 25, Chosun Ilbo reported that MBC may be eliminating Monday-Tuesday dramas. According to the report, despite airing Monday-Tuesday dramas regularly for the past 30 years, MBC would eliminate the time slot after the July drama “Living Two Lives Anyway” (literal translation). Later on the same day, another media outlet reported that MBC’s drama department was making changes… Continue reading MBC Responds To Reports Of Major Changes In Drama Time Slots
“PD Notebook,” MAMAMOO, “Terius Behind Me,” And More Win At 31st Korea Producer Awards
On March 27, the Korean Producers & Directors Association revealed the winners for the 31st Korea Producer Awards. The Korea Producer Awards recognizes producing directors (PDs) and entertainers who have contributed to free press and the development of society and culture. This year, the PD of the Year Award went to the PDs of MBC’s “PD Notebook.”… Continue reading “PD Notebook,” MAMAMOO, “Terius Behind Me,” And More Win At 31st Korea Producer Awards
MBC’s Lunar New Year Music Variety Show In Talks To Become Regular Program
MBC’s Lunar New Year special “Show that Rewrites the Charts, What is No. 1 Right Now?” (literal title) may have more to show in the future! According to news outlet Star Today, a source from MBC revealed on February 13, “[The show] is in talks to become a regular program. The situation is not confirmed.” The… Continue reading MBC’s Lunar New Year Music Variety Show In Talks To Become Regular Program
Major Broadcasting Stations Making Changes After Popularity Of Cable Dramas
SBS and MBC, two of the major terrestrial broadcasting stations, are changing the way they commission and broadcast dramas. This is reportedly in response to the increased competition from popular cable dramas. SBS’s new drama “The Fiery Priest” is scheduled to air on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 p.m. KST. This broadcast schedule necessitated moving “Law of… Continue reading Major Broadcasting Stations Making Changes After Popularity Of Cable Dramas
Head Of MBC Choi Seung Ho Speaks Candidly About The State Of MBC And Possible Return Of “Infinite Challenge”
Choi Seung Ho, the head of MBC, spoke about changes at MBC, the importance of viewers, and the future of “Infinite Challenge.” On September 3, Choi Seung Ho appeared on the Broadcast Day special “Viewers are the Owners” (literal title) and participated in a debate with 100 audience members who represented viewers. In January, Choi… Continue reading Head Of MBC Choi Seung Ho Speaks Candidly About The State Of MBC And Possible Return Of “Infinite Challenge”
MBC To Launch New Audition Program For Teenagers
MBC will be launching a new audition program for teens later this year! The new show will be called “Creative Teenager Under Nineteen” and will be an audition program for teenagers. Three separate auditions will be held for rap, vocals, and performance, and the show will find the best of the best in those three categories… Continue reading MBC To Launch New Audition Program For Teenagers
MBC Variety Show “Real Men” In Talks To Return
MBC’s military variety show “Real Men” may be gearing up for a comeback! On June 25, it was reported by a news outlet that the program is currently casting male and female stars to begin filming this summer. In response, a source from MBC commented, “We are in the early stages of planning and are… Continue reading MBC Variety Show “Real Men” In Talks To Return
MBC Reportedly Launching Show To Form Young Self-Producing Group
MBC is aiming to launch an audition program this fall that will form a group of creative young musicians, according to a report by News1. It’s reported that the show is being prepared by Jung Chang Young, who is the director of MBC’s “Music Core” and “Section TV.” The new show has been described as different from previous… Continue reading MBC Reportedly Launching Show To Form Young Self-Producing Group
MBC PD Fired After Investigation Into Sexual Harassment Allegations
MBC has fired a PD (producing director) after the broadcasting station’s investigation into sexual harassment allegations against the unnamed producing director. On April 4, an MBC representative stated, “On April 3, we have taken disciplinary measures and have fired the PD.” According to the representative, the producing director had been under investigation since January and… Continue reading MBC PD Fired After Investigation Into Sexual Harassment Allegations