Over the years, having found a new devoted fanbase in India, Korean dramas have been steadily growing their audience in India. And this is not just limited to movies and shows but also music, video games, and other forms of storytelling.
Further growth prospects are becoming more evident with Indian talents taking strides into Korean productions to grow the cultural exchanges exponentially. The Indian actor Anushka Sen sits at the epicentre of this cordial exchange and growing relationship as she features in the new Korean-Indian romance, Jeju Olle.
Anushka Sen boasts an impressive 40 million followers across all her social media platforms, establishing commendable international exposure. The Korean film in which she will soon debut is also set to premiere at the Newport Beach Film Festival.
Speaking about this giant step she is taking, Anushka said, “Being here in the US for Jeju Olle’s North American premiere is a special feeling. The film brings India and Korea together through a story that now gets to reach audiences across North America. I believe Indian talent belongs on the world stage, and I want to be part of a generation that takes our stories far beyond borders.” She said, “For me, representing India internationally has always been meaningful, and I’m proud to bring this story here. I’m looking forward to experiencing the audience’s response at the Newport Beach Film Festival and celebrating this milestone with the team.”
Talking about Jeju Olle, the story will follow the tale of Alisha (Anushka Sen), a star in India, who travels to the Island of Jeju following a personal loss. It is there that she meets Sun-Woo (Kang Hyung-Suk), a former K-pop idol buried in his own host of issues. Through some trauma bonding and a shared connection to music, they may just find the solutions to their problems in each other.
Under the direction of Jin Kwang-Gyo, the movie is set to release in North America at the 27th Newport Beach Film Festival on October 21. Alongside that, discussions on distribution rights are ongoing, with further releases in 21 countries expected.
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