The year 2019 has been exciting for us, Pinoy Korean drama lovers,   as the Philippines has been visited by several Korean actors. ...

Our Oppas in Manila: Korean actors who visited PH in 2019




The year 2019 has been exciting for us, Pinoy Korean drama lovers,  as the Philippines has been visited by several Korean actors.

To relive those “omo!” moments, either because you were  truly lucky to meet them in the flesh or you were one of the many who were not able to fulfill their fangirling duties, here is the list of our Oppas who stepped in the Philippine soil this year:



1.     Park Hyung-sik

Local clothing brand, Bench, gifted KPop addicts with a post-Valentine’s Day fan meet with Park Hyung-sik on February 16 at the SM MOA Arena. The Strong Woman Do Bong Soon actor also held a Meet and Greet sessions at Trinoma and the Mall of Asia Music Hall on February 17.




2.     So Ji Sub

Filipino fans of So Ji Sub were serenaded by the Terius Behind Me actor at his “Hello, Manila” fan meet at the New Frontier Theater on March 16. So Ji Sub is already at his early 40s but with his charm, dazzling look, and knee-weakening voice, he still made his every fan swoon over him during the event.




3.     Seo Kang-Joon

Seo Kang-Joon visited the Philippines for the first time for a two-hour fan meet at the New Frontier Theater. The then 25-year old oppa who rose to fame with his role in Are You Human? played a couple of games with fortunate fans and serenaded everyone who were present on the venue on May 25.




4.     Park Bo Gum

The 26-year old heartthrob made his “Good Day” fan meet a great evening for his supporters at SM MOA Arena on June 22 as he made the event a mini concert. Aside from Question and Answer portion and close-up encounter with three luck fans, Park Bo Gum thrilled the attendees with his song and dance numbers. He even surprised his fans with short cover of Daniel Padilla’s “Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat”.




5.     Jung Hae In

The 31-year old actor who gained further popularity with his appearances in Guardian: The Lonely and Great God and While You Were Sleeping thrilled the Filipino fans who attended his “One Summer Night” event at the New Frontier Theater on September 28. Jung Hae In was very enthusiastic as he shared laughter, hugs, and selfies with his fans.   




6.     Park Seo Joon

Park Seo Joon visited the country on the third quarter of the year as a new endorser of Bench. The What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim male lead held a fan meet at the Mall of Asia Arena on September 29, two days after his arrival in the Philippines.

But before meeting thousands of his fans, Park made the best of his visit by strolling in the metro which can be watched in his vlog.




7.     Lee Dong Wook

Grim Reaper went back to the Philippines after 13 years to grace the #LoveKorea Culture and Tourism Festival on October 5. Lee Dong Wook went straight from the airport to SM Megamall Fashion Hall where fans were waiting for him.



8.     Lee Seung Gi

Airens in the Philippines finally met their oppa on October 21 at the New Frontier Theather. The 32-year old protagonist in the drama Vagabond did not disappoint his fans by giving them a night filled with kilig, fun, and songs.  



9.     Cha Eun Woo

One of the most memorable events of Korean stars in the Philippine this year was Cha Eun-Woo’s “Just One 10 Minute” as he surprised his fans with his version of “Kathang Isip”. Held on October 26 at the New Frontier Theater, the visual and face of Astro boy group further charmed the crowd by casually engaging with his fans and showing his enchanting smile.



10.  Park Hae Jin

Park Hae Jin held his one-day fan meet on November 23 at the New Frontier Theater. The event was originally scheduled on September 21 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum but was moved to a new venue and later date. The Korean actor is set to appear in a new drama entitled Secret in 2020.

2019 is undeniably a thrilling year for us. Who is your favorite Korean stars who visited the country? Share us in the comment section.

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