"The Value of the License Fee: KBS to Launch 'Great King Munmu' and Produce Epic Dramas Annually"

On October 22, one day before the implementation of the integrated TV license fee collection, KBS announced plans to demonstrate the value of public broadcasting, including the production of epic dramas and the planning of large-scale performance projects. Accordingly, KBS will begin airing the traditional historical drama "Great King Munmu" in the second half of next year and plans to produce an epic drama every year.

To mark the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation this year, KBS will regularize large-scale performance projects such as "Cho Yongpil, Forever This Moment." The company also plans to organize K-pop performances to contribute to the global spread of K-culture. In addition, KBS will accelerate the production of historical content utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology and documentaries addressing national agendas. The company will also launch a TV campaign to address low birth rates and create dedicated content for children.

This plan to strengthen public service has been announced in line with the resumption of integrated TV license fee collection.

The TV license fee is a major source of revenue for KBS. Since 1994, it has been collected together with electricity bills, but was separated in July 2023 due to a revision of the Broadcasting Act Enforcement Decree. In April this year, an amendment to reverse this change was passed, and integrated collection will resume from October 23, six months after the promulgation of the law.

KBS stated, "We will reorganize our plans to strengthen public service, public interest, and public value to a level comparable to a second founding, in order to reward the value of the license fee paid by the public."

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