Shuchi Sharma, Indore, Madhya Pradesh In 2020, I joined the ranks of devoted BTS fans, known as ARMY, and over time, Jeon Jung-kook became more than just my bias; he became my inspiration. Living in a place where K-pop events were a rarity, the opportunity to volunteer for Hallyuism in Mumbai, specifically for Jungkook’s birthday,…
Category: K-Pop
K-Event Review: Crazy for K-Culture Concert at JLN Stadium, New Delhi
Sabitri Manna (Kolkata, West Bengal) and Sonia Singh (Delhi) On 25th August, Korean Cultural Centre India along with KOFICE (Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange) organised the K-Concert “Crazy for K-Culture” hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Embassy of the Republic of Korea at the Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New…
PVR Movie Experience- SUGA: Road to D-DAY and j-hope IN THE BOX
Anushree Taparia, New Delhi ‘SUGA: Road to D-DAY’ and ‘j-hope IN THE BOX’ were released in selected theaters in India on 17th June 2023. SUGA and j-hope are not just members of the world-renowned band BTS but they have also established themselves as successful solo artists carving their own identity with j-hope being the first…
K-Pop India Contest 2023: Bhopal Regional Round Winners
Riya Choudhary, New Delhi Bhopal Regional Round of the K-Pop India Contest 2023, organized by the Madhya Pradesh Korean Fan Club, was conducted on 18th June 2023 (Sunday) at Sardar Vallabhbhai Polytechnic College (Polytechnic Chourah) Shyamala Hills, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The Bhopal regional round witnessed powerful performances by 22 participants, including 12 in the dance…
K-POP INDIA CONTEST 2023: BHOPAL REGIONALS
Riya Choudhary, New Delhi K-Pop India Contest, now in its thirteenth successful year, has become a momentous occasion in the Indian K-Pop community. It offers talented young individuals a chance to showcase their captivating singing, and dancing performance competence, while also providing a platform for K-Pop enthusiasts to come together and celebrate their mutual love…
K-POP INDIA CONTEST 2023: DELHI REGIONALS
Smiti Iyer and Tanishka Gupta, New Delhi The All-India K-Pop Contest, organized by the Korean Cultural Centre India, has been a prominent event for the past 13 years. Even amidst the challenging times prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the unwavering passion for K-Pop transcended all obstacles, proving that nothing can stop the influence of this…
K-Song Review: IU’s “Celebrity”
Biti Sophia Soren, New Delhi “Celebrity” is a digital single by South Korean singer-songwriter Lee Ji-eun, more famously known as IU. It was released on 27 January 2021 as a pre-release single for her fifth full-length album called ‘Lilac’. It’s a cheerful pop sound with an energetic vibe. It’s a genre of music that IU…
K-pop Themed Café in Guwahati, India: Kalita Café
Eshani Bora, Guwahati, Assam When we think of going to a café to have a full-on K-pop experience in Guwahati, most people think of Kalita Café, located on the ground floor of Shoolin Grand Hotel in Rukmini Gaon, Guwahati, Assam. From walls dedicated to “Cherry Bomb” neon wall lights to pictures of many popular K-pop…
Press Release: Milky Day “The Rising K-Indie Star”
HALLYUISM With a diverse musical background and a unique style that blends indie and R&B, Milky Day is a rising star in the music industry. Originating from South Korea & New Zealand this super-talented singer-songwriter and producer has been making waves with his music since 2019. And now, in January 2023, he has signed a…
My Concert Experience: BLACKPINK Born Pink World Tour in Abu Dhabi
Jasmine Khan, Dubai My long-time wish to attend a BLACKPINK concert and witness Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa perform live on stage came true with their Born Pink World Tour announcement post their long-awaited album release titled, “Born Pink.” As soon as I got to know, Abu Dhabi, is one of the venue destinations, I…