Korean superstar Park Seo-joon made his return to the Philippines on Saturday, July 12, headlining the Century Tuna: Fit for Any Role Ultimate Fan Fest at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
The 36-year-old actor, best known for his roles in Itaewon Class and What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, was visibly thrilled as he greeted thousands of fans who packed the Big Dome for a rare chance to see him live.
Presented by Century Tuna and Wilbros Live, the event featured fan-centered moments, including a “two-minute date” segment with a lucky fan, drawing screams from the crowd.
“Being here itself is something that excites me a lot. Each and every one of you—you guys are great,” said Seo-joon.
During the onstage interview, the Korean actor expressed how much the event meant to him amid his busy schedule.
“I’m working on a very hectic and busy schedule, but I’m very glad that meeting you guys today gives me energy so that I can go back and work hard,” he shared.
“Recently, I’ve been staying on set, doing shoots for my upcoming works. But through this, feeling your love, I’m very happy,” Seo-joon added.
Ahead of his fan meeting, Seo-joon met with some members of the press to talk about his current projects and his strong connection with Filipino supporters.
Speaking to Manila Standard Entertainment, Seo-joon talked about the so-called “PSJ effect” and shared how he feels about his popularity in the Philippines.
“I’m just purely happy to have this fan fest tonight. I am not that nervous because I want to make the most out of the event tonight and have fun,” said Seo-joon.
“Even though I’m in the middle of a busy schedule, I was looking forward to this moment. Your love and support are the reasons I’m able to keep doing what I do,” he continued.
The Itaewon Class star also shared his desire to see more of the country in the future.
“One of my dreams is to travel to a lot of different destinations. So I hope that I may also have the chance to travel in the Philippines,” he shared.
At the press event, he also gave a glimpse of his next role—a character in a drama about first love.
“It’s a story that anyone would have experienced at least once. It’s something close to daily life, and I think even the common people can relate to the different stories in the series,” explained Seo-joon.
Though he wasn’t able to explore much of Manila or try local delicacies during his short stay, he said the fan fest alone made the trip worthwhile.
