Korean pop culture on display at National Art Gallery exhibit in KL

‘Sandiwara Anak Korea’ creates fantastical motifs that blend popular TV shows and movies from South Korea and Malaysia. Can you spot all the references? Photo: The Star/Hanis Maketab

Obsessed with all things Korean? Then you’ll want to check out the National Art Gallery’s Hallyu-Korean Wave Exhibition, featuring artwork from local and international artists inspired by the global impact of Korean culture.

Malaysians are no strangers to the influx of Korean culture (known as “Hallyu”, or “Korean Wave”), which has had us in its grip for the past two decades, from its chart-topping music and addictive TV shows to its internationally-acclaimed movies and irresistible food.