South Korea has established itself as a global entertainment hub, thanks in large part to the meteoric rise of K-pop and K-dramas.
Major South Korean artists and entertainers, such as BTS, BLACKPINK, and actor Lee Min-ho, have become household names worldwide. This vibrant cultural landscape has made the country a prime destination for international celebrities and events.
Adding to the excitement, Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman recently visited South Korea to promote their new Marvel film, Deadpool & Wolverine. Their whirlwind tour from July 3 to July 6, 2024, showcased the country's dynamic entertainment scene and its enthusiastic fans.
Here’s a look at the packed schedule Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman navigated during their visit:
KBO League at Gocheok Sky Dome: The duo arrived in Seoul via Gimpo International Airport on July 3 and headed straight to Gocheok Sky Dome to watch a baseball match between the LG Twins and the Kiwoom Heroes.
Deadpool & Wolverine Official Press Conference: On the morning of July 4, Reynolds and Jackman held the official press conference for their film. They donned traditional hanbok attires gifted to them, expressing their excitement for the film’s Korean premiere set for July 24.
Marvel Thailand with GOT7’s BamBam: Later that day, they met with K-pop star BamBam for an interview, which will be released on July 14th via @MarvelThailand.
Meeting the Aussies, Felix and Bang Chan: Reynolds and Jackman also connected with their K-pop besties, Stray Kids, on July 4th, creating content that quickly went viral.
JaeJae’s MMTG: It was announced that the pair would appear in an episode of MMTG with host JaeJae, with details of the release yet to be shared.
2024 Waterbomb in Seoul: On July 5, Reynolds and Jackman made a surprise appearance at the 2024 Waterbomb Seoul festival, becoming the most formally dressed yet unexpected guests.
Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant: Also on July 5, they filmed an episode of Stars’ Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant with host Ryu Soo Young, set to air on July 19.
Inkigayo: After wrapping up their press tour, an episode of Inkigayo aired on July 7 featuring Reynolds and Jackman introducing the week’s top candidates, leaving K-pop fans thrilled by the crossover.
South Korea's status as an entertainment hub continues to attract top global stars and events, blending Hollywood glamour with K-pop energy. Fans around the world eagerly anticipate the release of Deadpool & Wolverine, excited to see what other surprises are in store.
We can't wait for the new movie!
