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Get Ready! Kim Soo Hyun’s ‘Eyes On You Asia Tour’ Touches Down in Manila

by Philippine KPOP Convention
written by Philippine KPOP Convention

Excitement builds as critically acclaimed South Korean superstar Kim Soo Hyun comes back in Manila to bring ‘Eyes On You’ Asia Tour to Araneta Coliseum, this Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 6PM. This long-awaited fan meeting is presented by Wilbros Live.

Kim Soo Hyun is renowned for his captivating performances in hit dramas such as “Dream High,” “Moon Embracing The Sun,” “My Love From the Star,” and “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” His most recent project, “Queen of Tears,” where he starred alongside actress Kim Ji Won, has also garnered immense love and praise from K-Drama enthusiasts worldwide.

Eyes On You Asia Tour is his first fan meeting in over a decade, embarking its first stop in Bangkok, and continuing to various cities including Yokohama, Taipei, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Seoul, with Manila as its third city stop.

In a heartfelt message to his Filipino fans, Kim Soo Hyun also expressed, “I am excited about visiting the Philippines as part of my Asia fan meeting tour, I will do my best to prepare a memorable time with all of you.”
Wilbros Live first announced the Manila show on May, generating immense excitement among fans nationwide which led to a rapid sell-out. Due to an overwhelming demand, additional seats are subsequently announced to accommodate more attendees.
Surely, all ticket holders are in for a treat with a range of exciting perks included:

It’s a thrilling day for all PH Soo Hyun fans! Share your enthusiasm on Twitter using the hashtags: #EyesOnYou #2024KimSooHyunAsiaTour #WilbrosLive

Be a part of this memorable night with Kim Soo Hyun! Additional tickets are still available at ticketnet.com and all TicketNet outlets.

Follow @WilbrosLive on Twitter and Facebook for more updates.

EYES ON YOU ASIA TOUR is proudly presented by Wilbros Live.

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BYEON WOO SEOK’S OVERWHELMING SUMMER LETTER STOP IN MANILA

by Philippine KPOP Convention
written by Philippine KPOP Convention

Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok, best known for his role in Lovely Runner, delighted fans during his first Asia tour, 2024 Byeon Woo Seok Asia Fan Meeting Tour: Summer Letter in Manila. The event, presented by PULP Live World, took place at the New Frontier Theater on June 22. It was a dream come true for fans eager to see the actor in person.

Prior to the fan meeting, Byeon Woo Seok charmed the Philippine media at Shangri-La The Fort, where he made a lasting impression by gifting each reporter a flower. What’s more, he personally handed them out. During the media conference, Byeon Woo Seok expressed his excitement for the fan meeting, his love for the Philippines, and his Filipino TongTongs–the name of his fandom.

When asked about his legacy, he expressed hope that fans would cherish the other characters he has played as much as they love Sunjae from Lovely Runner. After all, his other works, like Strong Girl Nam-soon and 20th Century Girl, hold special memories for him. He did acknowledge that the tvN series gave his popularity a huge boost, which he said he’s still coming to terms with. He also said that his life has become “a surprising dream.”

The fan meeting itself was filled with much joy and excitement. Byeon Woo Seok delighted fans by strutting onstage like the fashion model that he is, then segued into recreating iconic scenes from Lovely Runner, namely the photobooth and cherry blossom scenes. When he and a lucky fan did the former, the theater erupted in cheers. The recreation of the cherry blossom scene elicited gasps and thunderous applause from the audience.

A fun Bingo game followed, where the actor humorously struggled with a mini bike challenge due to his towering height. He ultimately succeeded by pushing the bike with his feet. During a “This or That” segment, he entertained fans with his reaction when asked to choose between a haunted room or a room with a cockroach.

But the fan meeting wasn’t all fun and games. It was also filled with heartfelt moments. During the Q&A, one Filipino TongTong’s question about how Byeon Woo Seok copes with stress led to a sincere response. Another emotional highlight was when he sat down to watch a VCR with sweet messages from different fans, which ended up moving him to tears.

When the VCR finished playing, he confided to his fans that he felt unwell and was worried about not being able to give his best during the event. Despite this, the energy and enthusiasm of the Filipino TongTongs uplifted him and brought him immense joy. He shared his concerns, saying, “I was worried I wouldn’t be able to fully enjoy this moment with you because of my health.” Byeon Woo Seok’s vulnerability touched the fans’ hearts, especially when he credited them for enabling him to have fun despite his condition. “Your energy helped me enjoy the fan meeting, even though I felt emotional and overwhelmed,” he added.

Towards the end of the fan meeting, Byeon Woo Seok sang “I Think I Did” from the soundtrack of Lovely Runner. The evening concluded with his touching rendition of the song “Sonaki” (“Sudden Shower”), as confetti rained down inside the theater, creating a magical atmosphere. 

As he left the venue, Byeon Woo Seok even rolled down the window of his car to wave goodbye to the fans who gathered outside to wait for him. They sent him off with an explosion of cheers.

Overall, Byeon Woo Seok’s fan service left a lasting impression on Filipino TongTongs, making the “2024 Summer Letter” fan meeting an unforgettable experience.

2024 BYEON WOO SEOK ASIA FAN MEETING TOUR: SUMMER LETTER IN MANILA is presented by PULP Live World.

*all photos credit to PULP Live World and Joel H. Garcia

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Fiat Lux: LUCAS Illuminates on his First Manila Fancon Tour

by Philippine KPOP Convention
written by Philippine KPOP Convention

Last weekend, Manila was set ablaze with excitement as Lucas graced the city with his first-ever Fancon Tour, Fiat Lux: 熙‘, at the New Frontier Theater. Organized by L-Squared Productions PH, this event marked a significant milestone not only for Lucas but also for his fans who had eagerly anticipated his arrival.

PH Lumis weren’t the only ones present in the crowd as there were fans that travelled from different countries like Alaska, Japan, and Hongkong; Another fan shared that she even flew 45 hours from Mexico to Manila just to see Lucas.

The wait was all worth it when Lucas kicked off the event with an electrifying performance of ‘Dip It Low’ before sitting down with the show’s emcee, Sam Oh, for a catch-up and chat.

Lucas then greeted the crowd in Tagalog, saying ‘Mabuhay! Ako si Lucas,‘ which earned a loud cheer from the audience.

When asked about how he felt being in Manila, he shares that he’s very excited to meet the fans and try out Filipino foods especially Philippine Mango.

Lucas then shared the significance of his fancon title, Fiat Lux: 熙, which means ‘there is light’ in Latin—also paralleling the meaning of his real name, Wong Yukhei. Preparations for his fancon was also shared on screen including changes to his hairstyle and a behind-the-scenes photo from rehearsals.

In the show’s first game segment, ‘Lux On,’ Lucas delighted fans by participating in traditional Filipino games such as Pinoy Jackstone, Bamboo Pipe Bowling, and Palayok. Despite failing on his first two attempts, three enthusiastic fans from the crowd did a dance challenge for him, allowing him more chances to succeed.

After his victory, Lucas was presented with mystery boxes containing various Filipino items, including durian and a mask from Bacolod’s Masskara Festival.

This inspired him to express his interest in trying traditional Filipino clothes and learning OPM songs for his next visit to the country.

A cover of “True Love” by XXXTentacion feat. Kanye West and “Every day, Every Moment” by Paul Kim was performed by Lucas, dedicating it to his fans who have showered him with a lot of support since the beginning.

The second segment kicked off with ‘Show Me Your-Lux’, an interactive telepathy game featuring Lucas and fans, wherein they will choose between red and blue options that are flashed on the screen.

In the first scenario, Lucas and Lumis were presented with the choice between “Sports CF vs. Jewelry CF”. To assist fans in deciding, Lucas energetically showcased both options. The majority of fans favored the Sports ad, a choice which Lucas also agreed to. He even expressed his interest in doing a CF for a Mango or Hotpot, citing his strong love for food.

In the second question, fans were asked what they wanted to hear from Lucas in Tagalog: “I love you” or “I miss you”? Lucas demonstrated both options, but both he and the fans selected “Mahal Kita” (I love you), represented by the color red.

During the third and final question, Lucas was queried about another career field he might wish to explore. He then expressed a desire to become a chef due to his passion for cooking. Afterwards, Lucas demonstrated between the options of being a model and an athlete; he personally chose being a model, but the majority of fans preferred the option of being an athlete.

Aespa’s, ‘Armageddon’ and ‘Spot’ by Zico feat. Jennie was danced by Lucas as a challenge for the final question. Although fans loved both of the performances, Lucas opted for the red option which is opposite from the fans who chose blue.

As a game penalty, Lucas got challenged to do a three-piece set of “hearts”, which delighted his fans immensely.

Lucas, in his heartfelt address at the Manila fancon, not only expressed gratitude for the fans who traveled from far and wide, but also promised to return in Manila soon with more special performances, stating, “(Although) The songs that I prepared is only three and I prepared a lot special stages for you guys, I think that’s not enough, I’ll make sure that I’ll come back here very soon.”

Despite the challenges of language barriers, he also humbly acknowledged it, “Whenever I talk during the talk show (segments), since I’m a foreigner I had a hard time speaking so I hope you could understand about that.”

The Renegade singer also reflected on his journey, remarking, “Lucas was a baby before but now he’s not a baby anymore,” underscoring his growth and readiness for a new beginning. Throughout his address, Lucas’ sincerity shone through as he repeatedly thanked his fans, saying, “Thank you, I’m so grateful to you guys, I love you!” ensuring he felt Lumis’ unwavering support.

Lucas then ignited the stage once more with an encore performance of “Crushing On You”, “Bass Go Boom”, and “Renegade”

Were you at the Fiat Lux Fancon Tour in Manila? Share your experience on social media using the hashtag #LucasFirstFanconTourInManila and tag @lucas_official & @LSquaredProdPH

LUCAS FANCON TOUR IN MANILA: FIAT LUX: 熙 is proudly presented by L-Squared Productions PH

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