Introduction
With the growing popularity of Korean entertainment in India, the connection between the two countries has become stronger than ever. Many Korean celebrities have visited India for work, cultural events, or simply to experience the country's rich heritage and diverse traditions. Let's take a look at some of the Korean stars who have visited India. you might be surprised to find that your favorite celebrity has even visited your city.
Lee Min Ki (2026)
Lee Min Ki, the acclaimed actor who starred in hit K-dramas like My Liberation Notes and Behind Your Touch, recently took a peaceful, spiritual trip to India. Backpacking primarily through the southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, he fully immersed himself in the local culture. He delighted his fans by sharing photos on his Instagram, documenting his experience trying authentic South Indian cuisine—including a giant, cone-shaped dosa—and relaxing with cups of local chai.
2. Ha Ji Won
Ha Ji Won, the legendary K-drama star widely acclaimed for her hit series Secret Garden and Empress Ki, recently traveled to India to film a global road-trip documentary called Massage Road. During her journey, she thoroughly explored the scenic landscapes of Kerala. Immersing herself completely in the local culture, she participated in various traditional activities and elegantly wore a classic Kerala Kasavu saree. She also took the time to warmly interact with her local Indian fans, who were thrilled to see her exploring their home state.
3. Jackson Wang (2023)
Global K-pop icon and GOT7 member Jackson Wang made a massive splash during his visit to Mumbai. He spent time exploring the city alongside Bollywood actress Disha Patani—even taking a memorable horse carriage ride through South Mumbai—and was warmly hosted for a cozy family dinner by actor Hrithik Roshan and his parents. In addition to delivering a powerhouse headline performance at Lollapalooza India for his thrilled fans, Jackson made several appearances on major Indian podcasts, including The Ranveer Show and Rhea Chakraborty's Chapter 2. During these candid interviews, he opened up about his journey and heavily promoted his deeply personal MAGIC MAN album series.
4. Chae Soo-bin
Popular South Korean actress Chae Soo-bin, widely celebrated for her roles in hit K-dramas like I Am Not a Robot and When The Phone Rings, recently starred in a commercial alongside Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi. The advertisement, filmed for the global footwear brand Crocs, features a unique cross-cultural collaboration that beautifully blends K-drama romance tropes with Bollywood flair. Set against the backdrop of a rainy day in Mumbai, the video is widely available online and has received an immense wave of support and excitement from Indian fans, who have lovingly dubbed the crossover "when Kimchi met Achar."
5. The Exciting India Cast (2015)
In 2015, India witnessed its first-ever major K-pop presence when a star-studded group of idols—Kyuhyun (Super Junior), Minho (SHINee), Suho (EXO), Sunggyu (INFINITE), and Jonghyun (CNBLUE)—visited Mumbai. Traveling as rookie correspondents for the KBS variety show Exciting India (also known as Fluttering India), their mission was to explore Indian pop culture and investigate why K-pop hadn't yet broken into the local market. From experiencing total anonymity at the Gateway of India to watching a Bollywood movie at Maratha Mandir, the idols fully immersed themselves in the city, ultimately reporting their cultural discoveries on the KBS morning news while proudly wearing traditional Indian kurtas.
