Here’s to me claiming that it won’t take a long while for the actor fan meetings and K-Pop concerts to happen again.
While doing some blog housekeeping, I noticed a few features on fan meetings and concerts that I still haven’t republished yet.
This k-drama fangirl diary features would include some unfiltered blabs from my experiences going to fan meetings of Korean actors and K-pop artists.
In case you missed it, I had shared two fan meeting stories featuring So Ji Sub and Kim Myung Soo already. Watch out for more and I might include some K-Pop concerts as well!
JUNG HAE IN SMILE FAN MEETING – 2018
In 2018, I covered two SMILE fan meeting events of Jung Hae In. One in Thailand and the other in my home country.
Usually, the program flow is the same with some alterations that would appeal to local audiences.
The Bangkok leg is memorable for me because it is my first overseas coverage, I had to use my limited Hangeul to translate the event highlights.
But I enjoyed the festive mood while waiting outside the venue hall. Not to mention, the freebies media people were able to haul. *chuckles
We did not get the best seats in Thailand, but we were surprised how everyone including the media people was asked to line up for the high touch session.
That sweet fleeting moment of close proximity with Jung Hae In, really weakened my knees. Experiencing it real and not coming from the small screen was a bit different. And he has such a small face and a genuinely kind demeanor.
You can read about my experiences below.
8 Beautiful Smiles Captured In “2018 Jung Hae In ‘SMILE’ Fan Meeting In Bangkok”
The next time I met Jung Hae In was on his fan meet in my home country. It pretty much has the same program, with him giving hugs generously to lucky fans who won games.
He was more relaxed compared to how he was in Bangkok probably because the host is Korean so the communication barrier was barely felt.
I touched his hand with my left and right hands thanks to those events. But I still want to ask for more. *blush*
Here are 10 Adorable You-Need-To-Know Things About Jung Hae In Revealed At His “SMILE” Manila Fan Meeting
1. He knows how to serenade.
The fastest way to a woman’s heart is through a beautiful smile.
The intimate stage set up for Jung Hae In ‘SMILE’ Fanmeeting in Manila allowed the onsite fans to settle right while waiting for their date as the soundtracks of the actor’s recent drama fills the air.
The venue is filled with a majority of ladies from chirpy teens to pretty noonas can’t hide the anticipation as to when Jung will show up on the stage.
When the spotlight flickered to show the man of the evening, the audience sweetly screamed in unison to welcome the dashing actor who introduced himself through a serenade.
JUNG HAE IN IN THE HOUSE ?#SarangHaeInManila is now happening at the KIA Theatre! This is the actor’s first ever solo fan meeting in the Philippines ? pic.twitter.com/UZGFqpR501
— hellokpop (@hellokpop) June 30, 2018
2. He likes adobo.
Successful in sedating the attendees into a heart-fluttering trance, MYX VJ Sunny Kim, who delightfully hosted the event, welcomed the actor who revealed that he likes the weather and the food.
He mentioned local dish “adobo” caught his tastebud. He also made an effort to express his happiness by meeting the fans in the local language.
3. He never regretted his choice to become an actor.
A video snippet of his previous works was played at the event showing how far Jung has evolved from a variety of roles he played both in television and film.
He shared how he got through the jitters and nerves of playing his roles over time and experience.
4. Something in the Rain is a memorable drama project for him.
From portraying small and supporting roles to finally securing his first leading man status, Jung expressed that the drama is special to him.
So when the host cutely pried if it is because of Son Ye Jin, he coyly grinned and explained how he was deeply immersed in his character.
He added how he built a pleasant relationship with the cast and crew of Pretty Noona.
5. He keeps it simple when he wants to de-stress.
The quick-to-smile actor surged to immense popularity after his recent drama so his schedule is packed left and right.
To unwind and manage his stress level, he eats good food or meets people he is comfortable with for a beer session and a fun chat.
6. He has realistic dating goals
Jung did not escape the all-important question of his fans about what he looks for in a girl — a woman who can take care of herself and with a beautiful smile is what attracts him.
For dates, he likes going to Han river while enjoying beer cans.
To add fire to the swooning women in the audience, a collective sigh erupted when he answered “YES” to the question if he can fall in love with a fan.
7. He has a variety of interests.
During the telepathy game segment, wherein onsite fans will have to match Jung’s preferences, his choices revealed a mixture of dynamic and chill activities he prefers.
He likes singing over dancing, black suit over white, Christmas over New Year, and rollercoaster over Viking.
The actor boasted that he is good at snowboarding as it is a hobby for the past ten years.
Fitting to his ideal girl preference, he likes road trips rather than romantic dinners and movie dates than overnight swimming.
8. He likes playing fun games.
Finalists of the telepathy game were given a chance to play an arcade point-and-shoot basketball game as well as a giant Jenga game.
The contestants displayed surprising basketball skills which made even the actor enamored by the ladies’ point-and-shoot talent.
The giant Jenga game was an intense battle with the players trying to make their opponents’ turns harder than the last. Guess who won the games? It was a clean sweep by the girls. *wink
9. He was a mischief-maker when he was young.
A few throwback selcas were shown in the event unveiling the playful demeanor of Jung Hae In when he was a little boy.
He beamed sharing how his mother had a hard time because he was so active since first grade.
He got surprised when he saw a picture of him in a stretching and sprawled on the floor.
He mumbled how it should not be there since he was only wearing underwear.
10. He genuinely loves his fans.
Sincere efforts made it possible for the hottest rising South Korean actor to be entrusted with product endorsements and drama offers.
And Jung Hae In knows that his fans made all of it possible for him through their unwavering support.
He read his handwritten letter of gratitude for the amount of love and support he has been receiving from his followers.
He promised to work harder so he can gift his supporters with future film and drama projects.
Catch up on the latest projects of Jung Hae In. Check out our insightful reviews of his recent K-Dramas.
K-Drama Review: “Snowdrop” Drives An Expressive Narrative of Patriotism and Love
K-Drama Review: “D.P.” Delves On Disheartening Military Life Tribulations
K-Drama Review: “Something In The Rain” Resonates With Heartfelt Love Lessons That Gratifies
Source: Hellokpop
Photos: IME | CDM Entertainment | Netflix
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