Three Day K-Pop Film Event Begins in India
Starting July 10, Indian movie theaters have turned into fan havens as the Hybe Cine Fest 2025 kicked off nationwide. Running until July 12, the three-day event celebrates the most popular K-pop groups under the Hybe label, offering fans a rare chance to experience their idols’ performances on the silver screen.
Live Concert Films and Fan-Centric Screenings
Fans can enjoy concert films featuring global K-pop sensations like BTS, SEVENTEEN, TXT, ENHYPEN, and NewJeans. These screenings go beyond passive viewing they include karaoke-style subtitles, allowing fans to sing along in packed auditoriums, creating a live-concert atmosphere in a movie theater setting.
Major Indian Cities Join the K-Wave Craze
Cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai are hosting the event in PVR INOX cinemas, with thousands of fans showing up dressed in fandom merch, waving lightsticks, and chanting in unison. The excitement inside theaters mirrors that of an actual K-pop concert, making this event a standout moment for Indian K-pop culture.
Cultural Fusion Through Cinema
This cinema festival marks a new chapter in the global reach of Korean pop culture. The event is part of Hybe’s international outreach initiative, aiming to bring immersive fan experiences beyond South Korea and into regions where fanbases are rapidly growing like India.
K-Pop’s Growing Influence in India
With K-pop fandom reaching new heights in the country, Hybe Cine Fest caters to both long-time fans and newcomers. It’s more than just music this festival showcases K-pop as a cultural movement that blends performance, storytelling, and community engagement.
