Media Portrayal and Globalisation of Kimchi: An Analysis of Cultural Identity & Media Influence

Anoushka S Rabha Author is a Post-graduate Student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai. This article was an outcome of the ‘Korea Centre Summer Internship Programme-2024′.   Abstract This research paper focuses specifically on the representation of kimchi in television dramas and its role in the globalisation of this quintessential Korean dish. The study aims to provide a detailed examination of how kimchi is portrayed and the narratives…

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Korean Pop Culture and Rethinking Masculinity in the Indian Context

Vanshika Yadav Author is a Post-graduate Student at the Delhi School of Economics, Delhi University. This article was an outcome of the ‘Korea Centre Summer Internship Programme-2024′.    Abstract The following essay examines Korean culture's influence on perceptions of masculinity in India, specifically K-pop. It attempts to explore how Korean masculinities are constructed, represented, and consumed by an Indian audience. Shaped by a blend of traditional and contemporary influences, Korean…

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