Ineligible Content

Unallowed Content Type

Porn

• ❌ Excluded for obvious reasons.

Stage Shows / Theatrical Plays (filmed or DVD)

• ❌ Excluded because they are stage performances, not screen productions.

• Includes musical theatre, kabuki, or live stage adaptations released on DVD, Blu-ray, or in theaters.

• These are not filmed as cinematic or television works.

Puppet Titles / Puppet Shows

• ❌ Excluded because they are non-live-action production.

• Applies to both TV puppetry (e.g. NHK puppet dramas) and cinematic puppet features.

Stop Motion Titles

• ❌ Excluded because they are animated works, not live-action content.

Award Shows

• ❌ Excluded because they are live event broadcasts, not creative or entertainment programs in themselves.

• These include film, drama, and music award ceremonies (e.g., “Baeksang Arts Awards”).

Concerts (filmed or DVD / cinema)

• ❌ Excluded because they are live music performances, not narrative content.

• ✅ Exception: Concert documentaries are allowed only if:

  • The documentary aspect (interviews, tour planning, behind the scenes) makes up 60%+ of the total runtime.

  • The film has been officially released (on DVD, digital, or verified VOD platform), so staff can confirm full content.

Concert Trailers

• ❌ Excluded since trailers are promotional material, not standalone productions.

Filmed Events (fan meetings, mall shows, etc.)

• ❌ Excluded because they are event recordings, not original TV or film productions.

Self-Made Varieties

• ❌ Excluded because they are self-filmed or agency-produced YouTube content without an external production studio or broadcast platform involvement.

• These do not meet professional production standards or have official listings.

• Examples:

  • Self-produced idol YouTube series

  • Daily life content by idols or actors without network credit

Variety Shows Without Official Native Database Entry

• ❌ Excluded if the show cannot be verified via an official native database or broadcaster source, such as Naver, TVer, Tencent, TVING, iQIYI, or ViuTV.

• A listing on an official dedicated website or network platform page is required to confirm legitimacy.

• Ensures inclusion only of verifiable, registered productions.

Web Variety Shows Only Released on YouTube / Weverse

• ❌ Excluded because they lack distribution through an official streaming platform (Netflix, Mango TV, Viu, Abema, etc.).

• ✅ Exception: YouTube shows officially produced by or in partnership with recognized production studios or TV broadcasters (e.g., Mnet, KBS, MBC, tvN, Playlist, Kakao Entertainment, etc.) are allowed.

• Approved production channels include (examples):

  • 채널 십오야 (Channel Fullmoon)

  • Mnet / M2

  • KBS Kpop

  • Antenna+ (ddeunddeun)

  • [Studio JAMM / Dingo / OOTB Studio / KODE / Arcade Pang / U+ Mobile TV, etc.]

Mixed-Distribution Web Varieties

• ❌ Excluded if only some episodes aired on TV while the majority are YouTube/Weverse exclusive, to avoid inconsistency in release data and episode counts.

Vlog Shows

• ❌ Excluded because they consist of personal travel diaries or daily-life videos without a narrative or a structured format.

• ✅ Exception: “Making-of” or “Behind-the-scenes” web programs directly documenting a drama or film’s production are allowed (e.g., Thai BL filming BTS series).

Promotional Videos

• ❌ Excluded because they serve advertising or marketing purposes (e.g., promotional videos for comebacks, products, or films).

• Even if episodic, they are not original entertainment productions.

Crossovers / Promotional Skits

• ❌ Excluded if created purely for promotional or commemorative purposes (e.g., special crossover skits aired during variety programs, anniversaries, or commercials).

• ✅ Exception: Allowed if officially released and credited as part of a scripted short film or TV special (with full production credits, release info, and narrative context).

Fan-Exclusive or Fan-Club Content

• ❌ Excluded because they are restricted to a fan community platform, whether paid or free access (e.g., Weverse, Bubble, or similar membership platforms).

• ✅ Exception: Content released publicly on official verified channels (e.g., Universe app) may be considered if it fits the standard eligibility.

Advertisements / Commercials

• ❌ Excluded because they are promotional content, not narrative or documentary works.

• Includes single or multi-part commercials, teaser shorts, and branded clips designed solely for marketing.

• ✅ Exception: Branded short films and miniseries with clear storytelling, credits, and structure (e.g., “short drama presented by [Brand]”) can be included.

• Branded short dramas or miniseries need to be

  • longer than 5 minutes,

  • feature a concise, self-contained story,

  • produced or distributed by an official studio or brand,

  • should include the tag “Advertisement.”

Reaction Videos

• ❌ Excluded because they are secondary commentary, not original productions.

• Includes both fan and official cast/crew reaction videos to trailers, MVs, or dramas.

• Considered supplementary promotional content.

Behind-the-Scenes / Making-Of Clips

• ❌ Excluded unless presented as a documentary-format title with credits, structure, and official distribution.

• ❌ Behind-the-scenes or “making-of” videos for variety shows, reality programs, or music shows are not accepted, as they are typically unscripted promotional or fan content.

• ✅ Exception: Behind-the-scenes titles related to the filming or production of dramas or movies may be accepted if officially released as part of a series or structured program (e.g., “The Making of [Drama Title]”). These can be categorized under TV Program → Documentary Program.

Interview Specials

• ❌ Excluded unless produced as a formatted talk show series or structured documentary.

• Single interviews promoting other works are not eligible as standalone titles.

Game-Related Live-Action Promos / CM Dramas

• ❌ Excluded unless produced as standalone narrative short films.

• Example: mobile game promo scenes that lack full production and credits are not valid entries.

Social Media Shorts (TikTok, YouTube Shorts)

• ❌ Excluded if they are non-narrative, meme-style, or creator-driven without studio production.

• ✅ Exception: Verified short dramas by recognized studios or official streaming platforms remain allowed.

Fashion or Brand Campaign Films

• ❌ Excluded unless the piece is story-driven with actors, dialogue, and credits.

• Standard lookbooks, campaign reels, or visual ads are not considered cinematic works.

Festival Trailers / Event Highlights

• ❌ Excluded because they are promotional media for festivals or events, not creative works.

Untitled Titles (No Working Name)

• ❌ Excluded because entries must have at least a working title to be tracked, cited, and verified.

Unconfirmed Titles / Titles Based on Rumours

• ❌ Titles that are not officially announced, lack confirmation from an official network, studio, or production company, or are based solely on media speculation or fan sources are not allowed.

• This includes rumored dramas, potential casting news without confirmation, or titles circulating online without any verifiable production data.

• ✅ Allowed only after official confirmation from a legitimate industry source (network, production company, distributor, or verified press release).