Anushka Sen’s K-Drama Dreams Come True with Upcoming Film
The young star ventures into uncharted territory with Korean film debut.
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In a recent interview, Indian actress and social media personality Anushka Sen opened up about her love for Korean dramas, highlighting her upcoming debut in the Korean film ‘ASIA.’
The interview, hosted by Haroon Rashid, shows Anushka discussing her passion for Korean culture. The actress opens up about getting into heartwarming K-dramas during the pandemic, wanting to film next to the Han River and getting the opportunity to do so, and the similarities between Indian and Korean cultures and food habits. She also emphasizes wanting to tap into the Korean wave and representing India in a space where Bollywood has not yet ventured, stating, “…here, I can represent my country. If I get the opportunity to do that, even one percent, I’ll do it.” The BBC Asian Network shared a clip from the conversation on their Instagram, urging followers to “Tag your K-Drama obsessed friend so they can drop their recs for us in the comments plz.” The full interview is available on their YouTube channel.
Anushka’s Growing Connection With Korean Culture
This interview comes amid Anushka’s increasing involvement with Korean culture and entertainment. The 22-year-old actress and singer has recently collaborated with Asia Lab, a company that bridges Korean and Indian cultural exchanges. She recently launched several Korea-focused series: “All About K-Fashion with AsiaLab,” which explores Korean fashion brands, “All About K-Beauty with AsiaLab,” which features interviews with executives from Yeoti, Innisfree, and Classys Inc. and “All About K-Food with AsiaLab,” which showcases Korean cuisine featured in Netflix shows
Anushka’s passion for Korean culture extends beyond her professional projects. One particularly memorable moment during her Korea trip was finding her own sticker at Haru Film photobooth in Seoul. She shared this experience on Instagram, calling it the “Best surprise ever!” and noting that fans could “actually take a picture with me at any booth!”
Who Is Anushka Sen?
For those unfamiliar with Anushka Sen, she is an Indian actress, model, and social media influencer who started her career as a child actress. According to her Wikipedia page, she was born on August 4, 2002, and gained recognition for her roles in television shows like “Baal Veer” and “Jhansi Ki Rani.”
Anushka has successfully transitioned from child actor to young adult roles and has built a significant social media presence with millions of followers. She has appeared in various television shows, music videos, and web series.
The Growing K-wave In India
Anushka’s interest in K-dramas reflects a broader trend in India, where Korean entertainment has gained immense popularity in recent years. The phenomenon, often called the “Korean Wave” or “Hallyu,” has seen Korean dramas, music (K-pop), beauty products, and fashion trends becoming increasingly popular among Indian youth.
This cultural exchange is significant as it represents a shift from the traditional Western influences that have dominated Indian entertainment preferences. Anushka, with her large following among young audiences, is helping to further popularize Korean culture in India through her various collaborations and content series.
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