The Korean Cultural Centre India hosted the 4th New Delhi Korean Film Festival and a special photo exhibition titled “Korea, In the Shadows of Pain, The Light of Dreams” simultaneously from 14 to 16 August 2025, to mark the 80th Anniversary of Korean Liberation. The events were organised to commemorate both 80th Anniversary of Korean Liberation Day and Independence Day of India – celebrated on 15 August, and aimed to reaffirm the shared values of freedom and human dignity between the two countries through the medium of culture and art. The events highlighted Korea’s history and culture through films and photographs, while underscoring the enduring friendship between Korea and India.

▲︎ Visitors experience key moments of Korea’s history at the interactive Polaroid photo zone inside the exhibition.

▲︎ Visitors discuss the meanings within the works, sharing the messages conveyed by the artists.

▲︎ Visitors view the interactive displays, exchanging their reflections.

▲︎ Visitors contemplate the works capturing Korea’s past, immersed in deep appreciation.

▲︎ Visitors explore the interactive displays, reflecting on Korea’s modern history.

▲︎ Opening film ‘Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet’ (2016) portrayed the life and resistance of poet Yun Dong-ju.

▲︎ Actress Moon Choi interacted with the Indian film viewers in an online ‘Cine Talk’ and spoke about the significance of Yun Dong-ju and expressed her interest in Indian cinema.

▲︎ Audiences enjoyed watching the films and reflected on the shared history of Korea and India.

▲︎ Audiences experienced the face-painting activity featuring the two nations’ flags.

▲︎ Audiences shared their thoughts on the comment wall celebrating Korea–India friendship.

▲︎ A group photo of the audience was taken after the film screenings and activities.