Goa, Oct. 8 -- Gordon Pires

Across the coastal enclave of Goa, a vibrant youth subculture is quietly flourishing beyond the realm of traditional media consumption. Events such as Stray Kids meetups have brought together fans, creating opportunities for creative young people to connect through music, games and journaling. For many, Stray Kids' themes of self-discovery, resilience, mental health, and personal growth resonate deeply, while the group's self-producing artistry and work ethic further strengthen their connection with fans. For local fans, liking the genre once meant standing out for the wrong reasons. "Having a community, from liking K-pop all the way back in 2014 to people calling me weird basically because I like K-pop, to fi...