Jakarta, 2023 – Indonesia’s vibrant city of Jakarta was filled with excitement as it played host to the much-anticipated event, “The Magical Mansuang in Jakarta” on November 11th, 2023. It wasn’t just any fanmeet—it was a spectacle, a sneak peek into the magic of the movie, and a chance for fans to be a part of it. Jakarta was the first stop for ManSuang promotional tour and so it was a very special and exclusive moment. Just like the title of the show, one word to describe it is “magical”. Lots of surprises and performances that the audience hadn’t seen before.
29 November 2023 – Neverlands filled Singapore Indoor Stadium with so much energy. The floor was packed with Neverlands who waited a year to see their favourite idol again in Singapore. G-IDLE’s Free-ty Tour last stop in Singapore was an electrifying and empowering experience that resonated with the city’s K-pop enthusiasts. As the lights dimmed and the stage came alive with vibrant hues, the crowd erupted into an exhilarated frenzy, heralding the beginning of an unforgettable musical journey.
The group, composed of Soyeon, Miyeon, Minnie, Yuqi, and Shuhua, graced the stage with an infectious charisma that instantly captivated Neverlands. Their opening performance was a medley of some of their greatest hits, such as, “DUMDi DUMDi” setting the tone for an evening filled with dynamic choreography and impressive vocals.
What stood out most was G-IDLE’s unwavering commitment to delivering a flawless live performance. Each member showcased their individual talents while maintaining an incredible group synergy. Soyeon’s rap verses were delivered with unwavering confidence, while Miyeon and Minnie’s vocals soared, captivating the audience with their range and emotive delivery. Yuqi, and Shuhua’s stage presence added layers of dynamism, completing the ensemble’s powerful and synchronized performance.
The concert’s setlist featured a diverse range of tracks that showcased the group’s versatility. From the pulsating beats of “DOLLAR ($$$)” to the anthemic energy of “LATATA” and the more introspective tones of “LION,” G-IDLE effortlessly navigated through different moods and musical styles.
During a segment where G-IDLE sat together to take a photo with Neverlands raised a banner with the words, “Only the moment we’re together my delight”. The members were touched by the sweet gesture and requested for Neverlands to raise the banners for the photo. The intimate moment between Neverlands and G-IDLE was memorable.
Beyond the spectacle, what truly made the Free-ty Tour in Singapore special was the genuine connection between G-IDLE and their fans. The members frequently engaged with the audience, expressing their gratitude and sharing how it was special to be ending their free-ty tour in Singapore, just like their previous tour.
The concert culminated in a heart-pounding encore, leaving the audience on an exhilarating high. As G-IDLE walked off the stage, their energy never faded away. G-IDLE’s Free-ty Tour wasn’t just a concert; it was an affirmation of empowerment, a celebration of music, and an indelible memory etched into the hearts of Neverlands who were lucky enough to witness their performance.
StarArena would like to thank iMe Singapore for the media invite to cover this event! Writer: Hidayah Hamdan
A soul-stirring story about a struggling actor who falls in love with a talented deaf artist, this upcoming series stars Jung Woosung and Shin Hyunbeen
SINGAPORE, (November 6, 2023) – When fate conspires to bring two people together from completely different worlds, a love story that transcends words will be written in Tell Me That You Love Me, a moving new series coming November 27 to Disney+.
When struggling actor Jung Moeun gets fired after just one day on set, she will find herself at the start of a series of chance encounters with Cha Jinwoo, a talented deaf artist. As the pair continue to bump into each other, their connection will grow stronger, with the pair realizing that love can be expressed in more ways than just through words, and that there are certain sounds that you can only hear with your heart. In Tell Me That You Love Me audiences will experience a love story unlike any other as viewers begin to see the world through someone else’s eyes.
An exciting retelling of a beloved Japanese classic and TBS Television Drama Series “Tell Me That You Love Me” (Scripted by: Eriko Kitagawa, Produced by: TBS Television Inc.), Tell Me That You Love Me stars Jung Woosung (The King, Hunt) as deaf artist Cha Jinwoo; Shin Hyunbeen (Reborn Rich, Reflection of You) as struggling actor Jung Moeun; Kim Jihyun (The Smile Has Left Your Eyes, Justice) as Song Seokyung, the director of an art center and Jinwoo’s ex-girlfriend; and Lee Jaekyun (Shark: The Beginning, Song of the Bandits) as composer and Moeun’s childhood friend, Yoon Johan. The series is written by Kim Minjeong (Love in the Moonlight) and directed by Kim Younjin (Our Beloved Summer).
Stream Tell Me That You Love Me from November 27 only on Disney+.
The six-member group will perform for one-night only as part of their “[TEENFRESH]” world tour at The Star Theatre on 16 February 2024
SINGAPORE, 7 November 2023 —Rising girl group STAYC—consisting of 6 members, Sumin, Sieun, ISA, Seeun, Yoon, and J—will be making their way to Singapore for their inaugural world tour, titled “[TEENFRESH]”. Proudly presented by CK Star Entertainment, the show will take place at The Star Theatre on 16 February 2024 (Friday) at 7PM.
STAYC debuted under South Korean entertainment label Highup Entertainment in November 2020 with title track “SO BAD” (2020) from their first single “Star To A Young Culture”, an acronym of the group’s name. As their name suggests, they hope to become a “star that leads the younger generation”.
The group invented and are champions of a new “TEENFRESH” genre in K-Pop—derived from a combination of the words “teenager” and “fresh” —and is aimed at bringing out the confidence of teenagers through their music that holds a strong core message of self-love and empowerment.
Even before STAYC’s debut, there was much anticipation as they were the first girl group produced by legendary K-Pop producer group Black Eyed Pilseung, who are known for being the ‘trustworthy’ hit-song-creators for legendary artistes such as TWICE, CHUNG HA, Apink and SISTAR.
Following their first single, the group went on to release increasingly successful tracks in the vein of their “TEENFRESH” concept: “ASAP” (2021), “STEREOTYPE” (2021), “RUN2U” (2022), and most recently “Bubble” (2023), all of which achieved peak chart positions within the Top 10 rankings on major Korean music charts.
Their music has also captivated a large audience globally: The hit song “ASAP” (2021) charted at No. 9 on Billboard’s K-pop 100 just 5 months into their debut, while “RUN2U” (2022) hit No. 3 on the same chart and reached No. 8 on Spotify’s Top Song Debut Global Chart. Their tracks often go viral on social media platforms, with “STEREOTYPE” (2021) being used in more than 48.1K videos on TikTok alone.
STAYC continuously showcases new and fresh sides in their concepts and releases. Through the members’ striking visuals, distinctive vocal tones, and masterful stage performances, the group has quickly become one of K-Pop’s most-loved acts with an ever-growing fan base, despite being a younger group.
And in response to the voracious demand from “SWITH” (the name of STAYC’s fans) who want to catch these captivating performances in the flesh, STAYC embarked on their debut world tour “STAYC 1ST WORLD TOUR [TEENFRESH]” in September, which will bring them to a total of 11 cities in the U.S. and Asia.
Their two-day domestic concert in Seoul was extremely well-received and sold out within a minute. The group also successfully sold out three major U.S. cities—Seattle, San Fransisco, and LA, which once again reaffirms STAYC’s global popularity.
SWITH in Singapore can anticipate STAYC’s signature high-energy stages, fresh charms, and irresistible music during their concert. Tickets for “2024 STAYC 1ST WORLD TOUR [TEENFRESH] IN SINGAPORE” will go on sale on 14 November (Tuesday) at 12PM via ticketmaster.sg, +65 3158 8588, and all SingPost outlets.
Singapore, 2023 – K-pop powerhouse ENHYPEN is continuing their world tour powered by the support of their global fans. After kicking off their ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ‘FATE’ (hereinafter ‘FATE’) in Seoul last July, ENHYPEN (JUNGWON, HEESEUNG, JAY, JAKE, SUNGHOON, SUNWOO, NI-KI) have graced domes in Japan (Tokyo Dome, Kyocera Dome Osaka) in September and made their U.S. stadium debut (Dignity Health Sports Park) in Los Angeles earlier in October. Having performed for over 240,000 worldwide fans during this tour, the record-breaking band will now take their captivating ‘FATE’ tour to Asia for 7 shows in 4 cities.
Hong Kong, 2023 – Kang Min Hyuk and Lee Jung Shin, two members of the popular Korean band CNBLUE, were originally scheduled to hold a meet-and-greet in Hong Kong in September this year, but it was postponed due to bad weather. Today the organizer SKN Live announced that “2023 LEE JUNG SHIN X KANG MIN HYUK FROM CNBLUE ‘THE BUDDY’ FAN MEETING IN HONG KONG” will be held on 1st December and tickets will go on sale at KKTIX on November 6th at 11am.
Macau, 2023 – Jung Yong Hwa, the leader of the Korean band CNBLUE, returned to Macau five months later after holding a fan meeting in Macau in May, and held his first solo concert “2023 JUNG YONG HWA LIVE IN MACAU”. This event is hosted by Wanxing International Entertainment Culture and the concert was successfully held at the Studio City Arena in Macau last Saturday.
Jakarta, 2023 – Marking the success of “ManSuang”, Be On Cloud, Live Nation Tero, and Lumina Entertainment are proud to present “The Magical ManSuang”, an event that brings Thailand’s soft power to the fore with screenings, discussions, and a surprise performance of “ManSuang” specially prepared by the main actors of the said film, namely, Mile Phakphum, Apo Nattawin, Bas Asavapatr, and Tong Thanayut. “The Magical ManSuang” will begin its amazing journey on November 11 2023 at The Kasablanka Hall Jakarta.
Hong Kong, 2023 – This is the first time that Highlight member Yang Yoseop held a solo concert in Hong Kong. The first concert titled “2023 YANG YOSEOP SOLO CONCERT IN HONG KONG” was successfully held at the Kowloon Bay International Trade and Exhibition Center on the evening of Saturday, October 14, 2023. Trade Hall 2 (KITEC).
Singapore, 2023 – To mark the grand launch of Ralph Lauren’s first Ralph Lauren store in Southeast Asia at Marina Bay Sands, South Korean Brand Ambassador, Actress Singer Krystal Jung and South Korea-based Canadian Actor Singer Ahn Hyo-seop will be making a special appearance at the store on October 18th.
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