Srinagar, April 6: A video of Koreans passionately singing Qawali songs sparked intrigue on social media on Saturday.
The musical blend, labelled as “Kqaeali” showcasing individuals from South Korea harmonising to traditional Qawali melodies, usually associated with the Indian sub-continent quickly went viral on Instagram, Indian Express reported.
The video, shared by Instagram user @zahid_pkkr, a lecturer who has also appeared on some Korean TV shows as per his Instagram bio captioned the video, “You know #kpop of course, but ever heard of #kqawali 🤭🤭 ?? Check this out and see Youtube “zahid_pkkr” for full version from our special #ramadan Qawali event in Seoul with Korean singers of Qawali.”
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The video captures the essence of cultural exchange as the Koreans are seem immersed in the soulful rhythms of Qawali music.
Their heartfelt rendition has garnered widespread admiration, drawing attention to the universal appeal of music in bridging cultural divides.
Appreciating the initiative, social media users praised Korean nationals for their genuine enthusiasm and respect for the art.
Many have expressed delight at witnessing such a harmonious convergence of diverse musical traditions, underscoring the power of music to transcend boundaries and foster cross-cultural understanding.
One user commented, “As a Pakistani who loves Korea and the Korean culture I really appreciate this.” Another user added, “Wowww his voice and Pronunciation.” Completely in awe of the blend of musical notes and rhythms, a third user chimed in with, “Didn’t expected his voice and pronunciation would be this much impressive.”