Film Policy: South Korea launched a public-private consultative body to shape “holdback” rules, aiming for a deal by August on a mandatory waiting period before theater films can hit streaming. K-Pop Comeback: aespa returned with its second studio album “Lemonade,” leaning into a cooler, EDM-forward sound and opening a Seoul pop-up at IFC Mall. BTS Live Viewing: BTS’ “Arirang” Busan concert will be screened in select theaters worldwide on June 13, letting fans join the comeback via live broadcast. Cinema Export Buzz: Na Hong-jin’s monster thriller “Hope” sold out presales across 200+ regions, with overseas deals helping recoup half the budget ahead of the local summer release. Music Across Korea: France’s Fête de la Musique runs nationwide June 1–30, with performances and workshops featuring more than 25 French artists. Tourism Ease: The government rolled out multilingual public-transport guides for foreign visitors, covering routes, payments, and booking tips. Robots Meet Fashion: A Seoul runway show paired humanoid robots with human models in matching outfits, with a plan to launch the “MACH 33” clothing brand later this year. Cultural Honor: Graphic novelist Keum Suk Gendry-Kim received France’s Order of Arts and Letters at the Chevalier rank.