"After school, I used to watch songs on TV."
Aria, whose real name is Gauthami, is a rising star in the K-pop world.
She is from Kerala, India, and is the second Indian to join the K-pop music genre, following Sriya, who is a member of BLACKSWAN.
Aria is a part of the girl group X:IN, managed by GBK Entertainment.
Her journey began with GBK Entertainment’s training programme called Universe.
In November 2022, GBK introduced Aria as a member of their upcoming girl group, MEP-C.
By early 2023, they removed her profile, indicating that she had left the group.
She joined under the name Ami before adopting her stage name Aria in November 2022.
Later, Aria was announced as the final member of X:IN.
The group made their debut on April 11, 2023, with their single ‘Keeping The Fire’.
Along with Aria, X:IN also includes E.Sha, Nizz, Nova and Hannah.
The group is known for its diverse lineup and energetic performances.
Their music videos have garnered millions of views on YouTube, with ‘SYNCHRONIZE’ reaching over seven million views and ‘Keeping The Fire’ accumulating over six million views.
Aria’s roots lie in Kerala, where she started her career in acting.
She appeared in the Malayalam movies Melvilasam (2011) and Thank You (2013).
Her transition from regional cinema to the international K-pop scene shows her passion and commitment to her dreams.
In X:IN, Aria is known for being the youngest member and for her role as a vocalist.
She is 21 years old and was born on March 12, 2003.
Her performance on Inkigayo and other platforms has helped her gain attention for her talent and her unique presence.
Her doll-like features and multicultural background have made her a standout figure, especially with the Korean and Chinese fanbase.
Aria got into K-pop in 2017, revealing:
“After school, I used to watch songs on TV.
“One day, I turned on the TV as usual and was going about my chores when I heard music in an unfamiliar language.
“It was fun to hear, and much more to watch. I sat fixated by the TV.”
“Later on, I realised I was listening to the song ‘Blood, Sweat & Tears’ by BTS. It changed my life.”
Aria’s unique story has brought attention to Indian talent in the global music industry.
She represents India globally and inspires many young people to pursue their dreams.
Her success also highlights how K-pop is becoming more inclusive and welcoming to artists from different cultures.
From a small town in Kerala to the international music scene, Aria’s story is one of determination, talent, and breaking barriers.
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