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Mar 11, 2026 News

Domestic Culture Society 🔥 65 3/11 10:43

Cheonan Promotes Tomb Amid Movie Success

1The movie 'The Man Who Lives with the King' hit 10 million viewers.
2Cheonan City is promoting the tomb of the film's villain, Han Myeong-hoe.
3A viral video invites travelers to visit the tomb near the highway.

📖 Easy Explanation

🔍 Background

The movie 'The Man Who Lives with the King,' depicting King Danjong and Han Myeong-hoe, is a massive hit. Its success has sparked interest in filming locations like Yeongwol and related historical sites.

📌 Key Points

Cheonan City is leveraging the fact that Han Myeong-hoe's tomb is in their region. A humorous video suggesting travelers take a quick look while driving on the Gyeongbu Expressway has gained popularity.

💡 Why It Matters

Moviegoers now have a new point of interest when passing through Cheonan. It offers a small joy in tracing historical figures and showcases a fresh approach to regional promotion.

📚 Glossary

왕사남 (Wang-sa-nam)Short for the hit movie that recently surpassed 10 million viewers.
신드롬 (Syndrome)A phenomenon where a specific trend gains widespread social popularity.
숟가락 얹기 (Sudgarak eonjgi)The act of piggybacking on someone else's success or hard work.
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