The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) is giving K-drama fans, creatives, and storytellers a rare chance to meet one of Korea’s most influential content creators — Gwang Jin, the mind behind the global sensation Itaewon Class — through the latest installment of its “Meet the Mentor” series.
Happening from July 4 to 6, 2025, this three-day program brings Gwang Jin to multiple venues in Metro Manila, where he will share his journey — from crafting the original webtoon to seeing it adapted into the blockbuster K-drama that resonated with audiences worldwide for its themes of resilience, diversity, and fighting for one’s dreams. Specifically, his workshop at The M includes a drawing session, during which he will demonstrate how his story unfolds through the strokes of his pen.
Building on the success of KCC’s ‘Meet the Mentor’ series — which has previously featured webtoon artists, literature authors, film experts, and other cultural figures — this event continues KCC’s commitment to connecting Filipino audiences with Korea’s thriving creative industries.
| EVENT HIGHLIGHTS | ||
| Date | Details | Registration Link |
| July 4, 2025 | Sketching Beginnings 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 De La Salle-College of St. Benilde👉 FREE event, but pre-registration is required. | bit.ly/MeetTheMentor2025Reg |
| July 5, 2025 | Plot lines and Panels 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 2F, The Metropolitan Museum of Manila👉 FREE event, but pre-registration is required. | bit.ly/MeetTheMentor2025Reg |
| July 6, 2025 | Ink & Industries (Masterclass with the Artist) 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 PICOF 2025, SM Megamall👉 FREE event, but pre-registration is required. | bit.ly/PICOF_FREEMasterclass |
| July 5-6, 2025 | Interactive Space featuring Korean Webtoon 🕙 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM📍 PICOF 2025, SM Megamall👉 Entrance fee applies. Secure your PICOF pass through the link. | bit.ly/PICOF_ExhibitionHall |
Alongside the talk shows, KCC is making its debut as an exhibitor at the Philippine International Comics Festival 2025 (PICOF)! A dedicated space on Korean Webtoon featuring its growth and notable works with hands-on experience will allow visitors to scroll themselves into the world of Webtoon.
‘Meet the Mentor: The Creator of Itaewon Class’ is hosted by the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, in partnership with the Philippine International Comics Festival 2025 (PICOF), Komiket, De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, and the Metropolitan Museum of Manila.
