The Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) is hosting the third edition of the New Delhi Korean Film Festival, which began with great enthusiasm and a packed auditorium at its venue in Lajpat Nagar. The three-day event aims to strengthen cultural exchange between India and Korea by showcasing a thoughtfully curated selection of Korean films that resonate with Indian audiences.
The festival opened with the screening of Our Season, a poignant film directed by Yook Sang Hyo. Known for his award-winning screenplays at prestigious events like the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Blue Dragon Film Awards, Yook connected with the Indian audience through a virtual “Cine Talk” session after the screening.
Speaking via video conferencing from Korea, he shared insights into his filmmaking journey and the themes of his latest work. The event saw overwhelming interest, with free tickets selling out within just ten minutes, reflecting the rising popularity of Korean cinema in India.
The festival continues with an engaging line-up of films over the next two days. Today, the Oscar-nominated film Minari (2020), directed by Lee Isaac Chung, will be screened. The final day, November 30, features two screenings: Confidential Assignment 2: International (2022), a high-stakes action film directed by Lee Seok-hoon, at 10:30 AM, and Exhuma (2024), a supernatural thriller by Jang Jae-hyun, at 2:00 PM. All screenings are taking place at KCCI’s main auditorium and are open to the public with free entry, subject to availability.
In addition to cinema, the festival offered a taste of Korea through a reception event before the opening screening. Attendees enjoyed traditional Korean snacks such as vegetable kimchi, Korean mandu (dumplings), and makgeolli, a fermented rice drink. These delicacies, featured in Our Season, allowed viewers to experience Korean culture beyond the screen.
The films showcased at the festival were carefully selected based on an online survey conducted among Delhi residents. The choices reflect the organisers’ efforts to present stories that convey the depth of Korean emotions and create meaningful connections with Indian audiences.
Hwang Il Yong, Director of KCCI, highlighted the growing interest in Korean culture in India, stating, “As interest and taste in Korean culture in India grow and become more specialised, we are planning and developing customised content and related events. We aim to make Korean films as accessible and enjoyable for Indian audiences as K-pop and K-dramas”.
Through events like the New Delhi Korean Film Festival, KCCI continues to bridge cultural gaps, offering Indian audiences an immersive experience of Korean storytelling and traditions. This festival not only celebrates the shared love for cinema but also strengthens the bond between the two nations through the universal language of art and culture.
When: Until November 30
Where: KCCI’s main auditorium, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi
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