EXO-SC, comprising of Sehun and Chanyeol from EXO, popped by Singapore for their second stop as part of their “BACK TO BACK FANCON TOUR”! The boy group duo gave EXO-Ls a mid-week treat at The Star Theatre on 17 May 2023 with an array of games and performances.

Much to lucky fans and even media outlets’ delight, a press conference was held prior to the fancon. During a question where Sehun’s role in the drama “All That We Loved” was brought up, Chanyeol and Sehun exchanged a banter:

Host: “You donated a kidney to your friend in the drama! What would be the most generous thing you’d do for a friend?”

Sehun: “I’d do the same!”

Chanyeol: “Will you donate to me too?”

Sehun: “No…”

Chanyeol: “I don’t need it!”

(1) Sehun plays a role who donates a kidney to his friend in "All That We Loved"! When asked what would be the most generous thing he'd do for a friend -#EXOSCINSINGAPORE#EXOSCinSG#EXOSC_BackToBack#EXOSC_BackToBack_in_sg pic.twitter.com/7Lg4LPPCM6

— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) May 17, 2023

The host also dropped a little snippet about how chill both members were during the soundcheck!

Much to EXO-L’s anticipation, the show finally started at 8pm, where fans filled the venue with the theme colour pink. Fan chants went loud and strong for EXO-SC’s first stage “What a life”, also from their first mini album!

SeChan then greeted fans with their first ment:

“You guys can understand us even without translation! Did you guys study Korean? Ah I know… it must be because of us,” Sehun teased.

The topic of food is not to be missed when in any new country – following up to the earlier press conference, Chanyeol once again spoke about his love for chilli crab:

“The moment we arrived in Singapore, we ordered chilli crab. When we reached our hotel, we ordered again.”

“He’s weird, he was really focused on the crab…” Sehun revealed.

“I can’t see anything else,” Chanyeol admitted to only having eyes for his favourite Singaporean dish.

Now it's time for photos from Chanyeol's phone 📸

We can all see how much he loves chilli crab - we lost count of how many times he mentioned it today 🦀#EXOSCINSINGAPORE#EXOSCinSG#EXOSC_BackToBack#EXOSC_BackToBack_in_sg pic.twitter.com/KwIj08lOyc

— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) May 17, 2023

The duo was also tested on their chemistry by having to choose the same answer throughout a series of questions. Unfortunately, they lost by getting three out of five questions wrong!

An example was them having to choose between having 5% battery on their phones but being able to use mobile data, or 100% battery but not able to use mobile data. Sehun chose the former, where witty Chanyeol then rebutted by saying he can only use his phone for a maximum of ten minutes. Hearing his groupmate’s answer, Sehun was at a loss for words and hilariously ended up apologizing.

They had to profess their love to each other as a forfeit, leading to an avalanche of laughter from the audience!

Unfortunately (or not 😉), the duo lost the game with 3 wrong - 2 correct and had to do a forfeit!

Here's their hilarious forfeit of having to profess their love to each other 👬❤#EXOSCINSINGAPORE#EXOSCinSG#EXOSC_BackToBack#EXOSC_BackToBack_in_sg pic.twitter.com/HyJrF7VKMa

— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) May 17, 2023

1.     1. Heart trio set

2.     2. EXO Rabbit – wearing bunny ears

3.     3. Chanyeol playing a guitar for fans having their birthdays

4.     4. Sehun’s solo dance medley of EXO songs

Much to everyone’s envy, two very lucky fans were picked through a lucky draw to win personalized tumblrs designed by none other than Chanyeol and Sehun themselves! Nonetheless, EXO-Ls’ hearts were filled to the brim with even more memories of their idols, whom they missed dearly over the years.

Throughout the fancon, EXO-SC also delighted fans with tracks such as “Borderline”, “1 Billion Views”, “Rodeo Station” and not forgetting the unit’s personal favourite “Fly Away”. 

Sehun and Chanyeol now perform "Fly Away", the song they mentioned as their favourite during the press con 🎵#EXOSCINSINGAPORE#EXOSCinSG#EXOSC_BackToBack#EXOSC_BackToBack_in_sg pic.twitter.com/4tYx3pBKp3

— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) May 17, 2023

The fancon finally came to a close with an encore “Just Us 2”.

“The next time we meet, we hope it’ll be with the whole of EXO!” Sehun and Chanyeol promised hopeful EXO-Ls.

We’d like to thank iMe Singapore for extending the invitation to us.

Article by: Joreen
Press con photos: Nigel
Fancon photos: iMe Singapore

The highly anticipated Korean drama "Black Knight" held its press conference on May 10, creating a buzz among fans and media alike. The event not only showcased the gripping storyline and unique universe of the series but also shed light on the exceptional chemistry among the ensemble cast. With renowned actors Kim Woo-bin, Song Seung-heon, Kang You-seok, Esom, and director Cho Ui-Seok in attendance, the press conference revealed the strong bonds and camaraderie that have developed among the cast members during the filming of this enthralling series. 

Starring Kim Go-eun, Wi Ha-jun, Nam Ji-hyun and Park Ji Hu, the 12-episodes 'Little Women' tells the story of three sisters who grow up poor and rely on each other to later stand up to the wealthiest and most powerful family in Korea. It is on how the three sisters navigate the meaning of money in their lives, told through a spectacular mise-en-scene. 
Kim Go Eun portrays the eldest sister Oh Injoo, who wants to protect her family with money. She grew up in unforgiving poverty, and was too young when she learned the power of money and how it could protect her family. Her only wish was to live just as anyone else. Her entire life is uprooted when unexpected events unfold before her eyes. On Oh Injoo, Kim Go Eun explains, “she lives her life trying to love others and express her feelings in her own way, and does her best in everything she does. I think that’s what drives her to live and exist.” “Oh Injoo is transparent, like a crystal ball. I thought a lot about how to portray this character, since she’s so complex and has many colors,” Kim Go Eun added, fueling anticipation for the character. 

Work hard and love harder - when workplace romance gone bad, how to survive from office breakup and welcome new relationship? And how would this 'relationship' affects the co-workers? You can find out the answer on how the characters grow in both work and love through Netflix upcoming rom-com drama 'Forecasting Love and Weather' featuring Park Min Young and Song Kang. 

Forecasting Love and Weather is a romantic comedy series about people at the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) who break, fall and get back on their feet every day. The story narrates Jin Ha-kyung (starring Park Min Young), who decides never to commit to an office romance after a brutal break-up, again falling into a relationship with a newcomer in the team Lee Si-woo (starring Song Kang) who is different but attractive in his own way. 

Yesterday evening, director Cha Young Hun and the cast - Park Min Young, Song Kang, Yoon Bak and Yura attended 'Forecasting Love and Weather' online press conference and talked about their characters in the drama and difficulties they faced when playing the roles.

Q: Why did you decided to take this role? 

Park Min Young: It felt refreshing at first but after filming it, I have some regrets. As this is a new concept about weather forecast so there's no other drama reference that I can look up to and so I watched documentaries to familiarise with the terms and the pattern of the speech. It was fun but really tough. As I did my homework I feel proud of myself. 

Song Kang: The concept about weather felt fresh to me. I find myself smiling as I read the script. The transparent and clumsy character as Si-woo was just right for me. I tried to make the character as bright as possible. The lines were hard so I watched a lot of documentaries. As for my appearance, I cut my hair short and I look a little dumb.

Yura: I auditioned for twice. I read the script from the perspective of an audience so it was really fun. I really wanted to join the drama, so when I got the call back, I almost flew around the house. That's how much I love the script. 

Yoon Bak: Honestly, I like all the other characters except mine. I almost decided not to take the role because of his character but was persuaded by the director after I met him. I was really stressed out by the character Han Ki Joon.

With a star-studded cast of Park Min Young, Song Kang, Yura and Yoon Bak, this is one of the most anticipated Romantic Comedies in the first half of 2022. Watch it on Netflix on 12 February. 

(Left to Right) Director Kim Seong-hun | Kim Roi-ha | Kim Si-a | Gianna Jun | Park Byung-eun | Kim Eun-hee | Koo Kyo-hwan

Korea zombie series, Kingdom returns with a 92-minute special episode - 'Kingdom: Ashin of the North' featuring Jun Ji-hyun, Park Byung-eon, Kim Si-a, Kim Roi-ha and Koo Kyo-hwan. The series talks about the story of Ashin and the origins of the resurrection plant that gave rise to the spread of the infected throughout Joseon.

Kingdom Season 1 began with the uncontrollable spread of the infected, who were neither alive nor dead, in the southern end of Dongnae (present-day known as Busan). In Season 2, the story moved up north to the royal palace in the capital city of Hanyang. 'Kingdom: Ashin of the North' continues their journey to northern regions to unveil the mysterious behind Ashin (starring Jun Ji-hyun).

Actor Kim Roi-ha, Kim Si-a, Jun Ji-hyun, Park Byung-eun & Koo Kyo-hwan at Kingdom: North Of Ashin Press Conference this morning

Earlier this afternoon, director Kim Seong-hun, writer Kim Eun-hee and the main cast Jun Ji-hyun and Park Byung-eun sat down with the APAC press and talked about their characters and their reunion in this special episode.

Q: What led to the creation of this special episode?

Writer Kim Eun-hee: The setting of Kingdom: Ashin of the North takes place before the events of Kingdom Season 1. This story is about the beginnings, and I wanted to set things right from the starting point. In my discussions with Netflix, the idea of a special episode dealing with such content was suggested, and I agreed to it wholeheartedly.

Q: What's the strong point about your character, Royal Commandery Min in this special episode?

Park Byung-eun: Unlike season 2 which has many action scenes such as using archery, killing the zombies. However, this special episode will not focus much on action but more on relationship between Royal Commandery Min and Ashin. I think this is the strong point that you can look forward to.

Q: Previously both of you starred in 'Assassination' so how do you feel being able to work together again? 

Jun Ji-hyun: Obviously I'm really happy to see him again and one thing for sure, he's getting better in fishing. Back then, when we were shooting for 'Assassination', he said he's really good in fishing and has been posting alot but I have never tried the fish that he caught. And so, this time we asked for it (almost like bagging ><) and he fed us with lots of food when we were in Jeju Island. 

Park Byung-eun: That was my first time meeting Jun Ji-hyun at 'Assassination'. We were not that close and it was kinda awkward between us. But when I heard of we'll be working together for this special episode, I really look forward to the chemistry that we could create for this. I think she's an amazing actor and is such an honour for me to work with her. 

When Park Byung-eun trying to explain about his fishing skills, Jun Ji-hyun then started to ask Park Byung-eun to send more fish or squid that he caught. "I should be focusing on my acting but these people out here have driven me to go out for fishing. And I remember they really enjoyed the meal when we were shooting at Jeju Island," said Park Byung-eun. 

Q: Were you scared of the zombies on set?

Jun Ji-hyun: No, not at all. Actually before the shooting, I am excited to meet the actors face-to-face. Upon meeting them, I am surprised that how much efforts they put in for the preparations of the zombie look. I even asked for a picture and brag to my friends.

Park Byung-eun: There was one thing that I went through when working for season 2. We were working late night for the shooting in the forest and the actors were on zombie makeup and even had fake blood all over their bodies. And I spot them having meals under the tree with their zombie make-up at the late night, so you can imagine how stunned I was when saw the scene. This time, I already had experience. I saw those actors wearing full zombies makeup and talking over the phones. It was so realistic, just like daily conversation. Seeing all of that really makes me think about how on the verge of life and death is. This is kinda unfamiliar and new experience to me. 

Q. What conversations have you shared with Jun Ji-hyun about Ashin?

Director Kim Seong-hun: I considered Ashin to be a character harboring unspeakable pain and suffering deep inside. Before filming began, Jun Ji-hyun and I talked a great deal in sharing our thoughts about the role. On set, she performed and portrayed emotions so efficiently and expertly that I could just stand by and watch.

'Kingdom: Ashin of the North' is a story about the beginning of Kingdom and story about Ashin who accidentally and fatefully comes across the resurrection plant has viewers awaiting in great anticipation. Don't forget to watch the special episode on Netflix on 23 July. 

photo credit to Netflix