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Al-Ahram Weekly
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- Al-Ahram Weekly
Korea Culture Week 2025 kicks off in Cairo - City Lights - Life & Style
The Korean Cultural Centre in Egypt has launched Korea Culture Week 2025, offering a vibrant showcase of South Korea's cultural heritage and contemporary creativity through music, fashion, exhibitions, and interactive workshops. The week-long cultural programme, running from 11 to 17 July, commenced with an inaugural concert at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC). This year's edition illuminates the beauty and diversity of Korean culture, blending the traditional with the contemporary. In response to the growing fascination with the Korean arts and culture in Egypt, the event seeks to reinterpret traditional elements with modern sensibilities, offering audiences a multifaceted and enriching experience. Over the week, visitors are invited to engage with the finest expressions of Korean artistic traditions through music, dance, fashion, and storytelling. The festivities opened with a mesmerizing performance by Sangjaru, an acclaimed Korean folk fusion ensemble celebrated for its dynamic interplay between heritage and innovation. Fusing traditional Korean melodies with the vibrant energies of gypsy swing, funk, rock, and improvisation, Sangjaru embodies a compelling cultural synthesis. The group's name — derived from the Korean words sangja (box) and jaru (sack) — symbolizes the coexistence of structure and adaptability, echoing their artistic mission to revitalize tradition through contemporary interpretation. Sangjaru, an acclaimed Korean folk fusion ensemble, opened the Korean Cultural Week. The Korea Culture Week also offers a wealth of participatory opportunities and curated exhibitions, such as the Hanbok: Carrying on Tradition Exhibition, featuring modern reinterpretations of Korea's traditional attire and blending classic designs with practicality and comfort. In collaboration with Nabim — a hanbok brand known for reinterpreting traditional designs into modern styles — the exhibition showcases hanbok's versatility in daily life and on stage. Visitors can also enjoy a hanbok-wearing experience. Attendees can participate in hands-on workshops throughout the week, crafting hanbok accessories under the guidance of Korean specialists. The cultural week also explores the history of traditional Korean musical instruments through an exhibition introducing ancient Korean musical instruments categorized into strings, winds, and percussion. These instruments have been used in court music, folk traditions, and ceremonial rituals for centuries, offering a glimpse into Korea's rich musical heritage. Visitors are being introduced to the auditory heritage of Korea through an interactive display of traditional instruments. They can scan the QR codes placed next to each instrument to listen to its unique sound. Concurrently, the KCC is presenting the K-Comics World Exhibition throughout July at its headquarters in Dokki. The showcase highlights the celebrated webtoon Hellbound, a critically acclaimed creation by writer Choi Gyu-seok and director Yeon Sang-ho. It garnered global attention following its adaptation into a Netflix original series. Egypt proudly hosts the inaugural leg of this international exhibition, which will subsequently travel to Canada, China, Hungary, and Japan, further advancing the global footprint of Korean digital storytelling. Korea Culture Week opening at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization Thursday, 17 July, will bring the Egyptian Preliminary Round of the K-Pop World Festival, an esteemed global competition orchestrated by Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, KBS, and Korean diplomatic missions worldwide. This electrifying event will offer aspiring Egyptian performers the opportunity to showcase their passion for K-pop and vie for a place in the prestigious finals to be held later this year in Changwon, South Korea. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Daily News Egypt
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily News Egypt
Korea Culture Week in Egypt to blend K-Pop with traditional arts
The Korean Cultural Centre in Egypt will launch its 2025 Korea Culture Week on July 11, presenting a week-long programme that blends traditional arts with contemporary culture, culminating in a K-pop competition. The event, titled 'Exploring Han Vibes: From Hanbok to K-Pop,' aims to showcase the diversity of Korean culture by reinterpreting traditional elements for a modern audience, responding to growing interest in Korean arts in Egypt, the centre said. The cultural programme will run from July 11 to July 17, opening with a concert by the Korean folk fusion ensemble Sangjaru at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation (NMEC) at 7:00 PM on Friday. The group is known for fusing traditional Korean melodies with genres such as gypsy swing, funk, and rock. Throughout the week, the event will feature a range of exhibitions and participatory workshops. An exhibition will showcase the elegance and evolution of hanbok, Korea's traditional attire, alongside hands-on workshops where attendees can craft hanbok accessories. Visitors will also be introduced to Korea's auditory heritage through an interactive display of traditional string, wind, and percussion instruments. Running concurrently throughout July, the Korean Cultural Centre is also presenting the K-Comics World Exhibition. The showcase highlights the webtoon Hellbound, created by writer Choi Gyu-seok and director Yeon Sang-ho, which gained global attention after its adaptation into a Netflix original series. Egypt is the inaugural host of the international exhibition, which is scheduled to travel to Canada, China, Hungary, and Japan. The week-long celebration will culminate on Thursday, July 17, with the Egyptian Preliminary Round of the K-Pop World Festival. The global competition, organised by Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, and broadcaster KBS, offers Egyptian performers the opportunity to compete for a place in the finals to be held in Changwon, South Korea.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
K-Pop Contest 2025: Indian Fans Aim for Global Stage
The Korean Cultural Centre India is hosting the All India K-Pop Contest 2025, which began on May 14 and will conclude with the Grand Finale on July 19 in New Delhi. Now in its 15th year, the contest continues to grow and has introduced a new 'Rap' category alongside Dance and Vocal. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This addition reflects the evolving interests of Indian K-pop fans and gives young rappers a space to show their unique take on K-pop rap. The competition follows a three-stage format: Online, Regional, and the Grand Finale. The online round, held from May 14 to June 7, received 1,278 team registrations from across India, showing how popular K-pop has become nationwide. Regional preliminaries will take place throughout June in 10 cities: Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Itanagar, Bhopal, New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kohima, and Hyderabad. Each city's round is managed by local fan communities, with support from the Korean Cultural Centre. Winners from the regional rounds will compete in the Grand Finale in New Delhi. The event will also feature fan meet-ups and performances by K-pop idols from Korea. Winners in each category will receive cash prizes and a chance to represent India at the K-Pop World Festival in South Korea. The contest not only promotes Korean culture in India but also helps young people connect through music. As K-pop's presence grows, the contest offers fans a space to share their passion and talent on a national stage.
India Gazette
26-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Korean Cultural Centre hosts discussion on Abhay K's book 'Nalanda: How it Changed the World'
New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Cultural Centre in New Delhi hosted a thought provoking book talk on 'Nalanda: How It Changed the World.' The book was written by author and diplomat Abhay Kumar, Deputy Director General of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR). The event was held at the Korean Cultural Centre and was participated by scholars, students and literature enthusiasts. The book talk followed a conversational format, with Lim Sang Woo, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Korean Embassy, engaging the author in a series of insightful questions. The discussion touched upon inspiration behind the book, the historical significance of Nalanda as a great center of learning and its enduring relevance in today's global context. The conversation explored a wide range of themes, including the origin of the book, Nalanda's contributions in the field of education, philosophy and spiritual thought, lives of prominent monks and scholars who once lived and studied there, and its lasting impact on the world. A highlight of the discussion was Nalanda's deep-rooted connection with Korea. In particular, Ambassador Kumar recounted the journey of a prominent Korean monk Hyecho from the Silla Kingdom who travelled to India in 723 CE to deepen his understanding of the language and culture of the land of Buddha and studied at Nalanda. His travelogue 'Wang Ocheonchukguk Jeon' or 'A Memoir of the Pilgrimage to the Five Kingdoms of India' offers a valuable account of his experiences in India, including his visit to Magadh, Kushinagar and Varanasi. His writings remain a lasting link in the centuries-old connection between India and Korea. Nalanda: How It Changed the World by Abhay K (pen name of Ambassador Abhay Kumar) presents a compelling narrative of how Nalanda evolved into a renowned seat of learning and how its legacy not only changed the world but had an enduring impact on Korea's spiritual foundation. This book is a well-researched work and offers a rare insight into the legacy of Nalanda for the readers who are keen to explore its historical and cultural significance. The Korean Embassy looks forward to continue its collaboration with India to deepen its multi-faceted ties, with a shared commitment to preserving and prompting the legacy of Nalanda as a symbol of enduring cultural and historical connection between the two countries. (ANI)
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
An exhibition of Taekwondo's history
A Taekwondo team from Korea performed a special emonstration at the exhibition A new exhibition at the Korean Cultural Centre takes visitors through the history of Taekwondo – from its beginnings in the 1940s to its growth as a global sport. The exhibition, titled Taekwondo, Facing the World , was inaugurated recently in the presence of Korean Ambassador Lee Seong-ho. Through a collection shared by the National Taekwondo Museum in Korea, the exhibition explores themes such as the development of protective equipment, the standardisation of uniforms, the recognition of Taekwondo as Korea's national sport, and its rise in the world. Korean Ambassador Lee Seong-ho(left) at the event The exhibition showcases the development of protective equipment used in matches. From the first use of protective gear (head and hand protectors) in 1961 at a Korea-Japan Tang Soo Do martial arts contest, to today's electronic protective systems, the evolution — from bamboo to smart technology — is presented Black belt worn by Choi Yeong-gil, a member of the Korean national team in 1966 Rise of Taekwondo 'Between 1944 and 1947, five Taekwondo kwans (schools) were established. In 1959, the first demonstration team was sent to Vietnam, where they taught the martial art for nearly a decade. During this time, an estimated 200,000 Vietnamese practiced Taekwondo. In 1965, a Taekwondo goodwill mission was dispatched overseas to enhance the martial art's national prestige through global demonstrations. The mission visited Germany, Italy, the UAE, Turkey, Malaysia, and Singapore over a span of about one month. Throughout the 1960s, a total of 169 Taekwondo masters were sent to 19 countries,' reads a wall panel at the exhibition. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
