Korean singer performs Malayalam hits for 6,000 fans in Kerala ahead of five-state India tour in November
Aoora, a Korean singer based in Mumbai, headlined the finale of "Krishnayanam 2026," a music festival held in Kollam, Kerala, India, on Saturday and Sunday.
The festival featured just three performers: M. G. Sreekumar, K. S. Harisankar and Aoora, who closed the event.
During his set, Aoora performed his songs "Thi Thi Thara" and "Shiva Shivam," along with his own renditions of popular Malayalam hits "Eyy Banane" and "Illuminati."
Blending regional music with K-pop-inspired choreography and stage production, he entertained an audience of approximately 6,000.
The former K-pop idol has built a career in India by incorporating the country's regional languages, musical traditions and cultural influences into his performances. His repertoire frequently includes reinterpretations of local hits, reflecting his efforts to bridge Korean and Indian music.
Following the festival, Aoora is set to embark on a concert tour spanning five Indian states beginning in November.
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