The K-Pop Indian fans are in mad after the report that Hibe, a power plant behind global acts such as BTS, TXT, Severten and Le Sserafim, plans to create an office in India. As part of its permanent global expansion, Juggernaut K-Pop reported in Mumbai as the next international center.
When the BTS reunion appeared in June after all participants completed their military service and the 2026 world tour, Indian K-Pop fans hope. Against the backdrop of HYBE messages, which is looking at India, many Indian fans are now wondering if BTS will finally perform in the country. But outside the BTS concert, let’s study what Mumbai Hybe’s office for Desi K-Pop can mean.
Hybe Plans Mumbai Office: Report
On May 9 (KST) Yonhap reported that Hybe Bang Si Hyuk was working on plans to open a new office in Mumbai, India, citing sources from the financial and investment sector. This will do the Hybe the first Korean entertainment company, which directly entered the Indian market.
The report states that India is regarded as a market with huge growth potential, the population with more than 1.4 billion and the average age – 28.2, as of last year. Together with his young demographic, wide English command in India also makes it attractive to global entertainment companies.
According to PWC Consulting, the entertainment and media market in India should grow from 2.45 trillion (approximately 40 trillion KRV) in 2023 to 3.45 trillion (approximately 56 trillion), with an annual growth level. Hybe is reportedly seeking to take advantage of this opportunity.
When the news agency appealed to the HYBE official, they regularly stated that the company was engaged in market research in different countries, but the creation of an office in India is not what is still firmly resolved.
What plans of India Hybe can mean for Desi K-Pop fans
Although Hibe has not yet confirmed the Mumbai office, it is clear that the company sees the potential in India. Over the past few years, the entertaining space in India has grown with larger concerts and global events, which is perfectly fits the K-Pop style.
Events such as the ColdPlay concert earlier this year have proved that India has not only viewers but also infrastructure for large -scale international shows. Now that HYBE is studying the Indian market, fans hope it can lead to their favorite idols who finally perform here. But more than just concerts, the HYBE office in Mumbai can open up great opportunities.
I stimulus for a culture group in India
One of the main shifts can be the return of the group in India. Recently Hybe American launched Katsseye, Pyatchlinny Girl, and their debut single Gnarly, Already making waves. If something similar in India can change the music scene.
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While Indian teams such as a local train, the Indian Ocean and lights had a loyal base of fans, they remained largely under the main direction. With the influences and resources of Hybe, it is likely that we can see more Indian bands that are famous and reach a wide audience.
Intercultural cooperation on the horizon
Earlier, Indian artists collaborated globally, but when it comes to K-Pop, there were no much high-profile partnerships, with the exception of Diljit Dosanjh’s recent collabora with Jackson Wang. This is strange, believing that India is one of the largest markets for K-Pop.
Recently, singer Arman Malik wrote on a tweet excitement about receiving the signed album from TXT and thanked Hybe. This post has caused a wave of speculation about potential cooperation, showing how much fans are for Indian-Kare artists and how much potential is in such crossover.
Thank you for this signed @Txt_bighit Album, @Hybofficialtwt Fam! Can’t wait to study their music 🫰🏻 pic.twitter.com/nnhuxzlygq
– Arma Malik (@ armahamalik62) May 2 2025
Will BTs hold a concert in India?
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Now that Hibe is finally interested in the Indian market, the BTS concert is no longer like a dream. With the reunification of the group, the Indian fans are hoping for hope next year. When things match, Desie Armis can just get the surprise they were waiting for.
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