Writer & Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) HYBE enters India: A Cultural Remix Beyond K-pop What happens when one of Korea’s biggest entertainment empires sets its sights on India? The worldwide sound of K-pop is about to take a desi turn in an unexpected plot twist. In a bold and unprecedented move signaling…
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K-Book Review: Untold Night and Day by Bae Suah
Writer: Jayati Bhardwaj (Delhi, India) Editor: Divya Sonawane (Pune, Maharashtra, India) Untold Night and Day (알려지지 않은 밤과 하루), written by Bae Suah (배수아), was initially published in 2013 and was later translated by Deborah Smith and published worldwide in 2020. It is a surrealist narrative that is multi-layered with numerous symbols. It explores magical…
Popular Myths of South Korea You Must Know
Writer: Suparna Mitra (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) Editor: Tahoora Charfare (Fahaheel, Kuwait) “Mythology is like Gravity, inconvenient with time, but necessary for Cohesion.” – Elizabeth Janeway. Every culture imagines its culture in a different way, which is why myths are also different in every culture. In historical K-Dramas, K-Movies, we have heard of many myths…
Unification of 3 Kingdoms Under Silla
Writer: Khushi Vaid (Delhi, India) Editor: Tahoora Charfare (Fahaheel, Kuwait) Unified Silla The Unified Silla Kingdom (668–935) was the first dynasty to rule the entire Korean peninsula. Silla used the assistance of the Chinese T’ang Dynasty to finally defeat its rivals and form a unified Korean state after centuries of battles with the other states…
Top Vegetarian Restaurants in South Korea
Written by: Devyani Segan, Delhi Edited by: Pooja Vishwanathan, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh Indulge in the best vegetarian dishes and explore the chef d’oeuvre of South Korea through these marvellous restaurants. South Korea is a paradise for people who love and breathe spicy Asian food. The craze for authentic Korean food and traditional dishes has increased…
Must Visit Theme Parks in South Korea
Written by: Rupali Teresa Kujur, Ranchi, Jharkhand Edited By: Khushi Vaid, Delhi Visit these five incredible theme parks for an adventure unlike any other and get ready for an exhilarating rollercoaster ride. South Korea is a popular tourist destination for international tourists due to the widespread popularity and appeal of K-Pop and K-Dramas. However, the…
Paris 2024 Olympics: India and South Korea Performance Highlights
Written and Edited by: Bagmita Gogoi (Tinsukia, Assam, India) and Tahoora Charfare (Yanbu, Saudi Arabia) Discover how India and South Korea fared at the Paris 2024 Olympics. A Games Wide Open filled with memorable moments and future aspirations. The global sports calendar is always marked with significant events such as the Olympics, Asian Games, the…
10 Places You Must Visit in Busan
Written by: Subhangi Namhata, Pune, Maharashtra Edited by: Aanchal Tekriwal, Godda, Jharkhand Busan is endowed with the most beautiful combination of natural landscape and human-made sights. There are beautiful coastlines, museums, fish markets and picturesque places. South Korea’s Busan Metropolitan City is the second most populated city after Seoul. The 15th-century trading port town…
TRADITIONAL MASKS OF SOUTH KOREA
Written by: Krupal Mehta, Mumbai, Maharashtra Edited by: Khushi Vaid, Delhi The discovery of South Korean traditional masks intrigues us with the history and culture associated with them. Korean Masks, known as Tal, are primarily used in cultural activities. They fall into two categories: religious masks and artistic masks. They are also worn during wars,…
KOREAN INVENTIONS YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ABOUT
In recent decades, South Korea’s technological innovations have driven economic growth and influenced global trends. From pioneering MP3 players and smartwatches to advanced smartphones and 3D holograms, South Korea continues to lead the way in groundbreaking inventions. Additionally, the country introduced the first contactless payment card and social networking site. These innovations have significantly impacted the world and continue to shape our modern way of life.