ColorsTV revealed that South Korean singer Aoora, also known as Park Min-jun, will enter the Bigg Boss 17 house as a wild card contestant. The announcement came through a brief clip on ColorsTV’s Instagram page, where Aoora’s partial face is unveiled. In the clip, Aoora sings the track “Woh Kisna Hai” and expresses in Hindi, “Janam se videsi, but dil se ekdum desi (Born in a foreign land but heart is Indian).”
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Meet Aoora: The K-Pop Star Making Waves in India
Aoora, a former member of the boy group Double-A and Aoora&Hoik subunit, made his debut on September 4, 2009, with the song “Love Back.” He later ventured into a solo career, debuting on March 28, 2014, with the digital single “Body Part.” Known as the “biggest K-Pop sensation,” Aoora has released several songs, including “69” (2013), “Morning, Lunch and Dinner,” and “Coffee” (2016), and “Black Sugar” (2022).
Aoora’s Presence in India
In September last year, Aoora’s rendition of “Swag Se Swagat” garnered millions of views. The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department announced his series of concerts across India as part of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and South Korea. Aoora, who often shares videos of singing Hindi songs on his Instagram, also collaborated with Indian singer Honey Singh, emphasizing that “music has no boundaries.”
Aoora’s Dreams and Collaborations in India
In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Aoora expressed his desire to sing for a Shah Rukh Khan movie, considering it a dream come true. He expressed admiration for Indian regional music, especially Punjabi and Tamil, and expressed interest in collaborating with Indian artists to create fresh music for both Indian and Korean audiences. The collaboration reflects Aoora’s appreciation for the diverse music culture in India.