Dreams often begin in the most unexpected places — in a childhood story, while idling away in a classroom, or in worlds far beyond home. For Shenba, it was no different. In the midst of her everyday routine in a small town in Tamil Nadu, she held on to a simple, wholehearted dream: one day, she would travel to South Korea. Join Shenba as she travels from Tamil Nadu to South Korea on an unforgettable, life-changing journey in Made in Korea, premiering March 12 only on Netflix.
Produced by Rise East Entertainment, written and directed by Ra.Karthik, Made in Korea follows Shenbagam, or Shenba, whose childhood fascination with Korean culture inspires her to experience it for herself. When she unexpectedly finds herself in Seoul, reality proves far more challenging than she imagined, setting her on a heartfelt path of resilience, self-discovery, and new connection.
Sharing his inspiration behind the film, Ra.Karthik said, “I am quite fascinated with the deep cultural connections and historical similarities between Korean and Tamil heritage. This curiosity inspired me to tell a story that felt personal and full of hope. Made In Korea is a slice-of-life film crafted with warmth, celebrating this unique cultural bond, and I’m thankful to Netflix for championing stories that transcend languages and bring global cultures closer together.”
Monika Shergill, Vice-President – Content, Netflix India, shares, “As we deepen our commitment to the South and continue building a distinctive slate of films and series, we remain focused on stories that are deeply rooted in local culture yet resonate far beyond borders. Made in Korea beautifully brings that vision to life. At its heart is a young girl from a small village in Tamil Nadu whose fascination with Korea shapes her dreams – a deeply human story of aspiration, identity and belonging. Created by director and …read more
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