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Asian Culture and Media Studies

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This cluster of papers explores the global impact of Korean popular culture, known as the Korean Wave or Hallyu. It delves into the cultural hybridization, globalization, and transnational fandom surrounding phenomena such as K-pop, Korean TV dramas, and cultural diplomacy. The papers also examine the influence of Korean popular culture on East Asian pop culture and its role in shaping cultural identity on a global scale.

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Korean Wave; K-pop; Korean drama; anime; Japanese popular culture; K-pop fandom; Korean popular culture; BTS; K-pop fans; cultural export; anime fandom; celebrity worship; Chinese audiences; otaku culture; transnational television; boys' love; transnational fandom; Cool Japan; Japanese anime; K-pop idols; idol groups; celebrity fandom; otaku; idol culture; Gangnam Style

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Morton address: 38355951176912026 · morton4x16-v1

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