Indian actress and influencer Anushka Sen has made cinematic history by becoming the first Indian actress to star in a South Korean feature film, titled Asia, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Lee Jung‑sub.
A multilingual pan‑Asian project, Asia will include notable performers from countries such as Korea, India, Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam. Sen is featured in a central and intense role—as an assassin representing India—marking a bold departure from her earlier mainstream Indian roles.
Sen, now 22, shared that her journey into Korean cinema began during the COVID‑19 pandemic when she “manifested” the opportunity while immersing herself in K‑dramas. The film’s casting team reportedly reached out over Zoom, not just to audition her but to get to know her personality and vision as an actor.
Filming for Asia commenced with its first schedule in South Korea, where Sen filmed pivotal sequences, including scenes on Seoul’s iconic Han River Bridge—another milestone for the Indian performer on foreign soil. Production insiders suggest additional schedules are planned for 2025.
Sen’s growing influence in Korea goes beyond film. She recently became the first Indian star to feature on billboards across Seoul, including in the popular Myeong‑dong shopping district, as part of her rising status in Korean popular culture. In 2023, she was also appointed as the Honorary Brand Ambassador of Korean Tourism by the Korea Trade Organization (KTO), in recognition of her efforts in cultural bridging and her enthusiasm for Korean culture and content.
With over 50 million followers across social media platforms, Sen stands as a powerful symbol of cross-cultural connection and global digital influence. The film Asia and her public roles position her not only as a rising star in entertainment, but as a cultural ambassador—deepening ties between India and South Korea through art and storytelling.
- First Indian actress to star in a South Korean feature film (Asia)
- Cast as an assassin, a challenging action-oriented role
- Completed first shooting schedule in Korea, including scenes on the Han River Bridge
- Became the first Indian celebrity featured on Seoul’s public billboards
- Appointed as Honorary Tourism Ambassador of Korea
- Boasts a global digital following of over 50 million
Anushka Sen’s breakthrough reflects a broader shift in global entertainment, where content and talent from different nations are increasingly blending. As she continues her journey, she’s not just representing India in a Korean film—she’s forging a new path for South Asia in East Asian cinema. Let me know if you’d like a follow‑up on filming updates or her upcoming roles in India!
