New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) South Korean boy band NTX performed Arijit Singh’s popular Hindi song “Kesariya” and danced to Indian tracks “Kaala Chashma” and “Koi Mil Gaya” at the Korea Culture Day 2026 celebrations in the national capital.
Organised by the Korean Cultural Centre India at Select CITYWALK on October 23, the festival brought together music, traditional arts, martial arts and interactive cultural experiences to celebrate India-South Korea friendship, according to a press release.
Held under the theme “One Light, Two Cities”, the event drew parallels between India’s Diwali and South Korea’s Chuseok, highlighting the shared values of family, community and togetherness associated with the two festivals.
The two-day event, which continues
on October 24, featured six Korean performance teams showcasing different aspects of the country’s cultural traditions, including classical crossover music, contemporary instrumental fusion, Taekwondo and K-pop.
The Daekyeung University Taekwondo Demonstration Team opened the programme with a display of the Korean martial art, combining athleticism, discipline and choreographed movements. Korean traditional fusion ensemble Eolssigu followed with performances rooted in the country’s musical heritage.
The group DEEPER combined electronic dance music with live instrumental elements before NTX took the stage for the concluding performance.
South Korean Ambassador Lee Seong-ho, speaking at the opening ceremony, highlighted the role of cultural exchange in bringing the people of the two countries closer.
Drawing parallels between Chuseok and Diwali, he said that despite their different traditions, both festivals celebrate family and community and the sharing of light.
He emphasised that cultural exchange goes beyond presenting one country’s traditions to another, helping build mutual understanding, create new connections and strengthen the friendship between India and South Korea.
The festival also featured Korean food, traditional games and K-content, along with experiences offered by participating brands and organisations, including Star Entertainment, the Indian distributor of the film “Hope”, Orion and MIXXO.
Kang Kwon Su, director of Korean Cultural Centre India, said the festival was designed to give diverse audiences, particularly young Indians, an opportunity to experience Korean culture firsthand.
“We will continue to expand cultural exchange programmes in major Indian cities, creating more opportunities for local and Korean cultures to come together in diverse ways,” he said. PTI RB RB
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