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A Korean fan of Sidharth Malhotra has gone viral on X after a post about Indian actors sparked amused reactions from Indian users surprised to discover the Bollywood star has admirers in South Korea.
Sidharth Malhotra fan from Korea goes viral on X, surprising Indian social media users.(AFP)A Korean fan account dedicated to Sidharth Malhotra and Fawad Khan has gone viral on X after one of the user’s recent posts sparked amusement and curiosity among Indian social media users.
Korean fan of Sidharth Malhotra goes viral, leaves Indian X users surprised
The now widely shared post discussed perceptions of Indian actors and actresses, with the user reflecting on how Indian women are often viewed positively by people who have watched Indian cinema, while comments praising Indian male actors appear less common in their personal experience.
The post, loosely translated into English using Grok, read: “When you say Indian girls are pretty, most people who've even slightly watched or come across Indian movies totally agree (even my former team leader and my mom, after seeing the movies, were like, "Indian girls have big eyes and are so pretty~"). But in my whole life, I've only heard four people say Indian guys are handsome. And all four of them are my mutuals on here. lol. (sic)”
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Although the user did not explicitly mention any actors in the viral post itself, internet users quickly noticed that the account’s profile picture featured Malhotra. The account biography also reportedly reads, “FAWAD KHAN·SID MALHOTRA❤️”, strongly suggesting admiration for both actors, who notably appeared together in Kapoor & Sons.
As screenshots of the post circulated across X, Indian users reacted with surprise and amusement at discovering that Malhotra had a dedicated Korean fan following.
One user wrote: “aint no way theres a korean fan acc for sidharth malhotra and fawad khan 😭😭😭😭😭 (sic)”
Another commented: “sidharth malhotra got a korean fan (sic)”
A third post read: “sidharth malhotra has stans in korea??😭😭 (sic)”
Others echoed similar reactions, with one user writing: “I never thought I’d see a Korean Sidharth Malhotra fan (sic).”
Another post stated: “Never in my life, I'd have imagined that there would be Korean fans of bollywood actors. Siddharth Malhotra is a good choice I'll say (sic).”
A separate user added: “wdym there exists a korean stan account of sidharth malhotra 😭 (sic)”
While Bollywood films have historically enjoyed international audiences in regions including the Middle East, Central Asia and parts of Africa, fan interactions between Indian and Korean entertainment audiences have become more visible in recent years due to online fandom culture.
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Trisha Bhattacharya is a Senior Content Producer at Livemint, with over two years of experience covering entertainment news from India and beyond. She spends her days tracking what’s trending, breaking down pop culture moments, and turning fast-moving entertainment stories into sharp, engaging reads that actually make people want to click — and stay. <br> She holds a Master’s degree in English Literature from Lucknow University, a background that shapes her love for layered narratives, strong voices, and stories that linger long after they’re told. Before joining Livemint, Trisha worked with India Today as an entertainment journalist and film critic. There, she reviewed films, covered industry news, and built a strong foundation in storytelling and cultural analysis. <br> Trisha enjoys working at the intersection of media, culture, and audience interest, always looking for fresh angles and formats. Films, shows, and music are not just her beat but her biggest passion — something that naturally reflects in her writing. Whether it’s cinema, streaming shows, music, or internet trends, she approaches every story with curiosity and intent. <br> Outside the job description, she’s unapologetically passionate about films, shows, and music — sometimes a little too passionate, if you ask her. That enthusiasm often spills into her work, adding personality, urgency, and a touch of chaos that keeps her writing alive. For Trisha, entertainment isn’t just a beat — it’s a language she speaks fluently.
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