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Disney Seeking Next Big K-Pop Hit After Striking Ten-Project Deal With Kakao

Deadline · September 16, 2026 at 4:09 AM

Disney Seeking Next Big K-Pop Hit After Striking Ten-Project Deal With Kakao

Could Disney be about to unearth the next big K-pop hit? Disney Korea has struck a deal with Kakao Entertainment to launch what they are calling a “K-culture fund” and is aiming to pursue around 10 projects over the medium to long term.

The pair will “collaborate on projects that bring together K-pop IP and […]

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Disney Seeking Next Big K-Pop Hit After Striking Ten-Project Deal With Kakao

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