The Charm of Indonesian Batik, Increasingly Popular Worn by Korean Actors and K-Pop Idols

Kapanlagi.com - Batik is no longer just a cultural heritage of Indonesia, but also a global fashion trend. As cultural collaborations increase, batik often captures attention through the appearances of international artists.

Korean actors and K-Pop idols are frequently seen wearing batik when they come to Indonesia. From concert stages to formal events, batik always manages to radiate a unique charm that is unmatched.

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1. Futuristic Batik Fashion eaJ

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eaJ, who appeared on the Prambanan Jazz stage in July 2025, captured attention by being the first international singer to perform in a fabric style, wearing batik fabric without cutting it as a form of tribute to Indonesian culture. The outfit was designed by young Indonesian designer, Radinindra Nayaka Anilasuta, who is known for his dedication to authentically and futuristically preserving fabric traditions.

2. Ahn Hyo Seop Greets Paulljak Wearing Batik

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Ahn Hyo Seop wore a batik shirt throughout the event, successfully captivating his loyal fans, known as Paulljak, in Indonesia. This intimate and personal moment occurred at a special fan meeting titled 2025 AHN HYO SEOP FANMEETING I WANT TO SAY (Love, Jakarta) held at JIExpo Hall D2 on Saturday night, August 23, 2025.

3. Taeyong NCT Localizes by Wearing Batik and Sarung

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Taeyong NCT, who has visited Indonesia multiple times, has become more local and often wears batik. In 2023, he not only showcased wearing a batik shirt but also combined it with a sarung and songkok on his personal Instagram. Taeyong also promised to come back to Indonesia while saying, "I love you."

4. Fans Dress Kim Mingue in Batik

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Kim Mingue successfully held a fan meeting titled 'Smile with Kim Mingue 1st Fanmeet in Jakarta' at The Kasablanka Hall, Kota Kasablanka, South Jakarta, on June 17, 2023. In the Explore Indonesia segment, one of the fans sitting in the VIP seats had the opportunity to dress Kim Mingue in batik. He looked even more handsome wearing batik!

5. Airport Fashion Batik Sehun EXO

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Sehun EXO came to Indonesia to attend a meet and greet event as the brand ambassador of a skincare brand in 2022. On his last day in the country, he was caught on camera playing golf in the Pondok Indah area. He also returned to Korea wearing a batik given by his fans, paired with ripped jeans.

6. Jun A.C.E Wears Batik and Udeng

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One member of the group A.C.E, namely Jun A.C.E, appeared wearing batik, udeng, and a traditional Indonesian sarong. He looked great and handsome in that traditional Indonesian outfit during the MOKKOJI KOREA festival, specifically the third MOKKOJI MINI TALK in 2021.

7. The Charm of Park Bo Gum Wearing Batik

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Back to January 13, 2017, Park Bo Gum made fans hysterical when he wore a blue batik shirt at his fan meeting event. The handsome guy with a distinctive smile also looked comfortable wearing this traditional Indonesian fabric shirt. Seeing Park Bo Gum in batik, the actor from WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU TANGERINES felt so approachable.

8. Leeteuk and Yesung Wear Batik Designed by Ridwan Kamil

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Leeteuk and Yesung from Super Junior surprised Indonesian fans when they posted a photo posing in West Javanese batik attire in 2021. Not just any batik, the outfits worn by these two legendary idols are designed by Ridwan Kamil.

9. Batik Raya Indonesia Presented by KLY

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Celebrating National Batik Day, which falls on October 2, KLY presents various reviews about batik as a cultural heritage and pride of Indonesia. This masterpiece of the archipelago is now beautifully preserved by various local SMEs, becoming a pride and potential wealth for Indonesia in the future.

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