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On 3 March, the Korean Cultural Centre India organised a special Holi celebration, bringing together Korean and Indian participants for a unique cultural exchange. Holi is celebrated in India as the “festival of colours” and marks the arrival of spring and celebrates renewal, joy, and social harmony. Similarly, ‘Jeongwol Daeboreum’ is a traditional Korean holiday observed on the first full moon of the lunar New Year. The term “Jeongwol” refers to the first month of the lunar calendar, while “Daeboreum” means the great full moon. △ Several participants celebrate Holi and Jeongwol Daeboreum by tossing vibrant clouds of colour into the air, filling the atmosphere with festive cheer. △ Participants smear vibrant colours on each other during Holi celebrations. △ Participants  enjoy this joyfull occasion with brightly coloured hands and faces. △ Attendees capture cheerful selfies amid the festive splash of colours. △ Attendees leave colourful handprints and handwritten wishes on a moon-shaped board, symbolising fresh hopes and new beginnings for the year ahead.

The spirit of Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, came alive on 17 February as the Korean Cultural Centre India held a vibrant cultural gathering at its centre in New Delhi. This was attended by over 90 students enrolled in its Korean language programmes for an event centered on tradition, reflection, and cultural exchange. △  Marking the beginning of the Lunar New Year, Seollal is one of Korea’s most cherished holidays – a time for families to gather, pay respects to elders, share blessings, and look ahead with hope.  A group of participants holding New Year wish cards. △ The event began with an introduction to Seollal customs, including family greetings, the traditional New Year’s bow (sebae), the sharing of words of blessing (deokdam), and the significance of eating tteokguk (rice cake soup). The representative students and the Korean language instructor demonstrated how to perform a deep bow in front of the participants. △ Participants were guided through the cultural meanings behind these traditions, helping them understand how the Lunar New Year is celebrated in Korea. Participants also learned and practiced the deep bow themselves, creating a truly heartfelt moment. △ The highlight of the celebration was the Full Moon Wish-Making Ceremony. A luminous image of the full moon was projected in the auditorium, recreating the spirit of the first full moon of the lunar year. The students write down their wishes for the year on special wish cards, reflecting on personal goals, gratitude, and dreams for the future.

“Travelling Sketch: Beyond Us, Between Us” Opening Ceremony Over 200 drawings, watercolours, digital works, and ceramics created by four Korean and Indian artists interpreting each other’s cultures were unveiled. △ Artists led a guided tour, sharing insights into their creative process and cultural perspectives. △ Visitors engaged directly with the artists and artworks, creating a participatory and interactive viewing experience. Lucky draw Event A lucky draw with exhibition-themed gifts added excitement and enjoyment for the attendees. Live group drawing session A live group drawing session invited artists and audience members to create together, blending Korean and Indian visual ideas in real time. Group photo session Artists and visitors came together for a group photo, marking the celebration of the opening event.

Director Yoo Insik Meets Indian Hallyu Fans K-drama hitmaker Yoo Insik visited the Korean Cultural Centre India, offering fans a rare chance to engage  directly with the creator of Extraordinary Attorney Woo and Dr. Romantic. Exclusive Insights into K-Drama Production During a talk, Director Yoo shared his creative philosophy, production process,  and behind-the-scenes stories from his globally loved works. Interactive Q&A with Indian Audience Participants engaged in an open Q&A session, discussing memorable scenes,  character development, and Yoo’s signature directorial style. Meet-and-Greet and Autograph Session The event concluded with a group photo, followed by meet-and-greet and autograph opportunities,  giving fans a personal moment with the acclaimed director. Celebrated Works That Shaped Global K-Drama Fans revisited iconic titles such as Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Vagabond, Pinocchio, and Dr. Romantic,  reaffirming Yoo’s influence on global K-drama storytelling, and joined a group photo session to celebrate Hallyu together.

K-Drama Talk with Director Yoo Insik at KCCI Meet the renowned PD behind the global hit Extraordinary Attorney Woo, celebrated for his warm storytelling and unforgettable characters. Join us for an exclusive talk session where Director Yoo shares insights into his creative journey, directing style, and behind-the-scenes stories from the drama. ●Date: 4 December 2025 (Thursday) ●Time: 11:00 AM ●Venue: KCCI ○Souvenir for all attendees ○Special autograph session included ○Free entry

In October 2025, the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) brought the spirit of Seoul to India’s two largest cities — New Delhi and Mumbai — through its landmark cultural festivals “Rang De Korea” and “K-Harmony Festa.” Held on October 11 at Nexus Select CITYWALK (New Delhi) and October 12 at Jio World Drive (Mumbai), the back-to-back festivals attracted thousands of enthusiastic visitors who immersed themselves in the vibrant world of Korean culture, food, fashion, and performances. △ Before the gates opened, many young visitors lined up eagerly to enter △ Indian youngsters enjoy a Korean-style picnic at the Hangang Park zone. △ Visitors pose in front of the Gangneung Jumunjin bus stop zone, inspired by the location featured on a BTS album cover. △  Visitors exploring K-food stalls at the “Street of Seoul” Jongno experience zone. △ Young visitors try out samples from Amorepacific and several other Korean beauty brands.  △  The immersive “Bukchon Hanok Village” zone recreates the charm of traditional Korean architecture,  where visitors can also try on Hanbok. △  YOUNITE’s special fan meet — creating heartwarming moments with Indian fans.

An international exhibition at New Delhi’s National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy explores the rich histories of textile exchange between Korea, India, and the United Kingdom.   Titled ‘Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven’, the cross-cultural exhibition is co-organised by Cheongju Craft Biennale 2025 (Republic of Korea) and the Whitworth, The University of Manchester (UK), in collaboration with the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy (India), and in partnership with Hyundai Motor.   The India leg of the exhibition was inaugurated on 6 February by the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India, H.E. Lee Seong Ho. The inauguration was also attended by Ms. Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles and Doo Eun Choi, Art Director, VP of Artlab, Hyundai Motor Company. △ Diya Opening Ceremony △ The exhibition was inaugurated by H.E. Lee Seong Ho, Ambassador of the RoK to India △ The inauguration was also attended by Ms Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner(Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles △ Officials from the Korean government and the Indian government, exhibition organizers For more information regarding exhibition: https://artlab.hyundai.com/project/hyundai-translocal-series-entangled-and-woven

A special exhibition booth showcasing Korean contemporary art was unveiled at India Art Fair, the world’s largest contemporary art fair, marking a significant platform for the introduction of K-Art to Indian audiences.  Korean Cultural Centre India (Director Hwang Il Yong) collaborated with Keumsan Gallery to showcase the works of four Korean contemporary artists – Eunjin Kim, Yongrae Kwon, SINN (Jineon Kim), and Sungyong Hong – at the NSIC Exhibition Hall in New Delhi, India, for four days from February 5 to 8, 2026. The K-Art Pavilion drew critical appreciation for its understated yet powerful presence. The booth was inaugurated by Ambassador Lee Seong Ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India and Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA).

Korean Cultural Centre India will participate in the Institutional Section of the 17th edition of the India Art Fair, to be held from February 5 to 8, 2026, at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi, in collaboration with Keumsan Gallery. A special K-Art Pavilion featuring 13 artworks by four contemporary Korean artists – Eunjin Kim, Yongrae Kwon, SINN (Jineon Kim), and Sungyong Hong – will be on display at the Korean Cultural Centre India booth at the venue.  Eunjin KIM  Locations of God_Hordes of People 13  2025  Acrylic, mother of pearl, wood panel 54 5 × 64 × 5 cm SINN  CASA HILLI   2023  Scratched and painted on aluminium, Indian Ink 250 × 200 cm (4pcs) Sungyong HONG  Memory Souvenir No. 512-003  2025  Lacquer on canvas 50 × 50 cm Yongrae KWON  Ficus Benjamina -Light  2023  Stainless steel on canvas 97 × 194 cm

Curated to mark the 80th anniversary of Korean liberation Day, Korean Cultural Centre India is holding a special photo exhibition “Korea, In the Shadows of Pain, The Light of Dreams”. The exhibition showcases the contemporary history of Korea through the lens of three renowned photographers— Koo Wangsam, Cho Kyusun, and Baek Jongha. Through their distinct perspectives, the works explore themes of liberation, ideological conflict, growth of independent culture and art, and the turbulent journey toward democracy. Date: 14 August – 31 October 2025 Venue: Exhibition Hall, Korean Cultural Centre India Programme ▶ The first gallery –  Koo Wangsam : realistic works, capturing the spatial and temporal realities of post-liberation Korea. ▶ The second gallery  – Baek Jongha : warm depictions of rural landscapes, delicately portraying the lyricism of nature. ▶ The third gallery –  Cho Kyusun : renowned Dancing Egret series- the graceful form of the egret as a metaphor for the tensions and societal changes during Korea’s modernisation. ▶ Interactive experience zone – A large map of the Korean Peninsula installed on the floor will be overlaid with Polaroid photographs taken by foreign journalists after Korea’s liberation, allowing visitors to walk across the map, revisit key historical moments by region, and immerse in the sights and atmosphere of that era. ▶ Interactive experience zone - Slide film exhibition wooden box on the theme of “The Silent School, Running Children” ▶ Interactive experience zone - A wooden box containing the life stories of three photographers

As part of the “Taekwondo: Meeting the World” exhibition, the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) hosted a special outreach programme by inviting students from local schools to the exhibition space on July 8, 22, and 30, 2025. The programme included a guided tour and a Korean lacquerware (najeonchilgi) workshop, aimed at fostering interest and understanding of Taekwondo A total of approximately 120 students and 6 teachers participated from three schools: Mount Abu Public School (42 students), Ganga International School (33 students), and Bal Bharti Public School (45 students). During the exhibition tour, students explored key displays showcasing the history, values, and philosophy of Taekwondo, and engaged in lively discussions with their peers. The experience encouraged deeper reflection on Taekwondo as a cultural art form, beyond its image as a sport. Following the tour, students took part in a hands-on ‘najeonchilgi’ workshop. Through the activity, students expressed keen interest in Korean traditional crafts and immersed themselves in the delicate process of mother-of-pearl inlay. ▲ Students gather in the exhibition hall and listen attentively to the curatorial explanation on the history and philosophy of Taekwondo, learning about its development over time.   ▲ Students express curiosity as they observe Taekwondo uniforms exhibited in a glass showcase.   ▲ Students explore the exhibition freely and engage in discussion with their peers about the artifacts on display.   ▲ Students listen carefully to instructions on how Korean lacquerware is made as they prepare for the hands-on activity. ▲ A student, speaking into a microphone, shares his thoughts — saying they learned more about Taekwondo and enjoyed the craft session. ▲ Students delicately create Taekwondo-themed lacquerware keyrings, experiencing the beauty of traditional Korean craftsmanship. ▲ After the activity, students proudly pose for a group photo with their handmade lacquerware keyrings.

The Korean Cultural Centre India held the opening ceremony of the exhibition “Taekwondo: Facing the World” on June 2. The exhibition, centered on artifacts from the National Taekwondo Museum, was designed to shed light on the modern history and internationalization of Taekwondo. ▲ Prior to the official opening, a VIP reception was held where Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India, H.E. Lee Seong-ho, engaged in conversations with distinguished guests. ▲ Following the traditional diya lighting ceremony that officially opened the exhibition, the Ambassador and his spouse posed for a commemorative group photo with VIP guests. ▲ In his congratulatory remarks, Ambassador H.E Lee Seong-ho highlighted the significance of the exhibition in promoting the values and spirit of Taekwondo — such as discipline, patience, and self-control. He added, “I’m truly pleased to witness the growing enthusiasm for Taekwondo among Indian youth.” ▲ Sudhanshu Mittal, President of the Kho Kho Federation of India and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), remarked, “Every young person wants to own a Taekwondo belt — the symbol of the sport. This exhibition was truly impressive and offered a great learning opportunity on how Taekwondo has spread and gained popularity around the world.” ▲ Namdev Shirgaonkar, President of the India Taekwondo, expressed gratitude for continued collaboration with the Korean Cultural Centre India, adding, “Our joint efforts over the years have played a vital role in expanding Taekwondo across India and strengthening Korea–India cultural exchange.”  ▲ Following the opening remarks, a VIP guided tour curation was held, during which VIP guests listened to the significance and symbolism behind each exhibit. ▲ After the exhibition curation, the Korean traditional percussion group Haeorum performed on stage at the Cultural Centre auditorium, blending Korean rhythms with popular Indian songs like 'Shubhram'. ▲  The professional Korean Taekwondo performance team, Taekwoncrea then showcased a dynamic fusion performance combining breaking techniques and dance. ▲ Indian audiences enjoyed the performances with great enthusiasm and appreciation.

Greetings from the Korean Cultural Centre India!   We are happy to announce our first batch of Beginner-level Korean Language Classes for the 1st Semester of 2026. Batch Time  Mode No. of seats  Link (i) Tue & Thurs (ii) Sat & Sun 9:00 AM to  12:00 noon Offline 50 https://forms.gle/CDMYbxwirxLdXERh8 Registration period:  From 2 January 2026 (Friday), 10:00 AM to 5 January 2026 (Monday), 10:00 AM. Points to remember:  ●Please select your batch carefully in the form. SUBMISSION OF THE FORM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMISSION. ●Any disadvantage resulting from an incorrect contact number or email address will be borne by the applicant. ●Applications submitted more than once will be considered cancelled. ●Fee refunds will not be granted.(Fees are refundable only if the classes are cancelled due to unavoidable circumstances.)  ●Certificates will be provided ONLY AS A SOFT COPY. Hard copies will not be provided. ●The communication/bridge language during class time will be English only. Lack of proficiency in English will affect comprehension during classes, so a good understanding of the English language is mandatory. ●No backup class will be provided in case of absence. ●Semester schedules cannot be changed according to the student's convenience during the course. ●Exams will be held on a fixed date and time. ●Scholarships will be provided to the students as per the rules. This scholarship is only applicable to tuition fees. ●Showing disrespect of any kind towards teachers or KCCI staff will result in expulsion from the Institute. ●Students will have to pay a fine if they damage any property of the Korean Cultural Centre India. The amount of the fine will depend on the amount of damage. ●On KCCI Holidays, KCCI will be closed, and no classes or club activities will be held. For further enquiries, please email us at at kcci_education@koreanculture.in

Greetings from the Korean Cultural Centre India! We are happy to announce our first batch of Beginner-level Korean Language Classes for the 3rd Semester of 2025. Registration period:  1 September 2025 (Monday), 10:00 A.M. to 2 September 2025 (Tuesday), 11:00 P.M. Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceSV663RKVS7nkFVrJXQNIAV_NmGgD7njKhWsS5IJNCdWoqA/closedform   Important Notice ●Link will remain open during the registration period mentioned above. ●Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis using Google Forms ●SUBMISSION OF THE FORM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMISSION. Course Details ●Course Duration: 15 September – 27 December ●Mondays & Wednesdays OFFLINE (taught mainly in English), 25 seats ●Saturday & Sunday OFFLINE (lectured mainly in Korean), 25 seats Course Timings: ●Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ●Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Points to Remember: ●Please select your batch carefully in the form. SUBMISSION OF THE FORM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMISSION. ●Providing incorrect contact details (phone or email) will be the sole responsibility of the applicant. ●Duplicate applications will be cancelled. ●Fee Refunds will not be granted. (Fees are refundable only if the classes are cancelled due to unavoidable circumstances.) ●Certificates will be provided ONLY AS A SOFT COPY. Hard copies will not be provided. ●No replacement class will be provided in case of absence. ●Semester schedules cannot be changed according to the student's convenience during the course. ●Exams will be held on a fixed date and time. ●Scholarships will be provided to the students as per the rules. This scholarship is only applicable to tuition fees. ●Showing disrespect of any kind to the teachers or KCCI staff will result in expulsion from the Institute. ●Students will have to pay a fine if they damage any property of the Korean Cultural Centre India. The amount of the fine will depend on the amount of damage. ●On KCCI Holidays, KCCI will be closed, and no classes or club activities will be held. For further enquiries, please mail us at kcci_education@koreanculture.in