Maxim Korea 2023 Updated May 2026

Maxim Korea 2023 was a landmark year for the premier men’s lifestyle publication in South Korea. Known for its high-quality photography of actors, singers, and top-tier models, the magazine solidified its role as a cultural staple by blending unapologetic urban lifestyle content with aspirational fashion and entertainment. The Year of the Miss Maxim Contest (Mi-Con)

This move was unprecedented. Historically, men’s magazines in Korea ignored feminist criticism. In 2023, Maxim Korea chose dialogue over defiance. Editor-in-Chief Park Joon-hyung stated in an interview: "We are here to entertain men, not to exclude women. If a concept hurts half the population, it is a bad concept for business and for art." This statement, while controversial among hardcore fans, earned the publication a level of mainstream respect it hadn't enjoyed in years.

. This year-end issue, themed "XXX MAS," celebrated her victory with exclusive pictorials and a special folded bromide. Exclusive "B Type" Editions maxim korea 2023

The demand was undeniable. When Maxim Korea released special editions or signed exclusive contracts with top models, the issues sold out instantly. In an era of declining print media, Maxim Korea was one of the few publications maintaining a physical circulation, driven by a fervent collector culture that treated the magazines like premium art books.

took the Grand Prize, despite initially ranking lower in pre-voting, and was featured in a dedicated pictorial in the September issue. Key Thematic Issues & Cover Stars January: Kickstarted the year with cover model Park Min Jeong Maxim Korea 2023 was a landmark year for