'Love in Vietnam' to release in Korea soon
What's the story
The cross-Asian romance film Love in Vietnam, directed by Rahhat Shah Kazmi, is set to make its debut in South Korean cinemas on December 8. The film, starring Shantanu Maheshwari and Avneet Kaur, has been gaining popularity among Korean audiences. This marks a significant milestone for the India-Vietnam collaboration that has been steadily capturing attention across the region.
Actor reactions
Maheshwari and Kaur express excitement over Korea release
Maheshwari expressed his excitement over the film's upcoming Korean release, calling it "surreal in the best way possible," in a statement. He was particularly touched by how Korean fans responded to the film's emotional nuances. "They notice things we never expected anyone outside India and Vietnam to pick up, and that kind of sensitivity is rare," he said. Kaur called this moment "a dream I didn't even know I had."
Cultural significance
'Love in Vietnam' marks a significant cultural collaboration
Love in Vietnam is inspired by the novel Madonna in a Fur Coat and represents a unique India-Vietnam partnership in Hindi cinema. The film also features Vietnamese actor Kha Ngan, who made her Hindi debut, along with Raj Babbar, Gulshan Grover, and Farida Jalal. It was released in India on September 12.