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Malaysian Arohas Rejoice: Cha Eun-Woo's Thrilling Return for Mystery Elevator 2024

Monday, April 08, 2024

What's happier than being able to see Cha Eun-woo twice in back-to-back months? Malaysian fans found themselves in a state of sheer bliss as they welcomed Cha Eun Woo back to Malaysia in less than a month. Fresh from his appearance at the Sketches launch in January, Cha Eun-woo returned to Kuala Lumpur in February for his highly anticipated Just One 10 Minute: Mystery Elevator fan tour concert at Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam. With 4,000 eager fans in attendance, the stage was set for an unforgettable evening of music, excitement, and unbridled passion.

Organized by the renowned streaming platform Viu as part of their Viu: Scream Dates series, the event was a testament to Cha Eun-woo's immense popularity, drawing fans from far and wide. Some devoted enthusiasts had arrived as early as noon, eager to catch a glimpse of their idol during the soundcheck session at 5 pm.

Dressed in a striking all-white ensemble, Cha Eun-woo set the stage on fire with his opening performance of "10 Minutes," igniting a frenzy of screams and applause that echoed throughout the stadium. Over the course of the evening, he serenaded the audience with a mesmerizing repertoire of 12 songs, including crowd favorites like "Stay," "First Love," and a captivating rendition of Backstreet Boys' classic hit, "As Long As You Love Me."

But it wasn't just his exceptional vocal prowess that captivated the audience; it was his endearing interactions and playful banter in Bahasa Malaysia that truly stole the show. Every word uttered in the local language sent waves of excitement through the crowd, as Cha Eun-woo effortlessly charmed his Malaysian fans with phrases like "Sayang" and "Jom Kahwin."

In a heartwarming moment, Cha expressed his desire to visit Sabah, inviting his fans to join him on a journey to Kota Kinabalu. The mere mention of the picturesque city sparked a chorus of cheers and applause, underscoring the deep connection between the idol and his devoted fan base.

As the concert drew to a close, Arohas showcased their unwavering love and support for Cha Eun-woo by premiering a heartfelt fan-made video, filled with messages of adoration and gratitude in celebration of Astro's 8th anniversary. It was a touching tribute to the bond between artist and fan, a bond that transcends language and culture.

For Cha Eun-woo, the Just One 10 Minute fan tour is more than just a concert; it's a chance to connect with his fans on a deeply personal level, to share moments of joy and celebration, and to create memories that will last a lifetime. As he bids farewell to Malaysia, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable moments, one thing is certain – the Mystery Elevator tour will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Malaysian Arohas.

Thank you Viu Malaysia for the invitation!

Photo credit: Viu

2024 Kyu Hyun Asia Tour [RESTART] in Singapore

KYUHYUN Fills His 2024 'Restart' Asia Tour in SG with Laughters

Monday, April 01, 2024

Successfully ending his solo concert 2024 ‘Restart’ in Seoul happening on 8 – 10 March 2024, Super Junior’s youngest member Cho KYUHYUN kickstarted his Asia Tour in Singapore last Saturday, 30th March.

KYUHYUN started off the night with ‘Restart’ and ‘Dreaming’ in an all-white suit. Instead of greeting the fans in Korean, he blurted out ‘Ho Seh Bo?’ (How are you in Hokkien) —— immediately causing everyone to roar with laughter. Shortly after, he thanked all KYUpiters from Singapore and the other countries for patiently waiting for his return to Singapore after a long time, even fully filled up the whole concert venue.

Following by 4 emotional ballad songs, ‘A Million Pieces’, ‘Slow, Slowly’, ‘Was It Love?’ & ‘Aewol-ri’, KYUHYUN managed to showcase his deep, soothing voice with only keyboard and guitar as the background music. Despite having thousands of audiences in the venue, everyone was fully immersed in his mesmerizing performance in complete silence. (In a good way, of course!)

Knowing that there were a lot fans that understand Mandarin, KYUHYUN specially prepared a cover from Eric Chou ‘你好不好’ which was uploaded on his Youtube channel as well. He mentioned that this is his first time performing this song LIVE, he was super nervous hence jokingly requested fans not to film him. But I would just like to say —— Boyyyy, you think too much. You sounded PERFECT.

The fun didn’t just end here. Before performing ‘Thanks To You by (Super Junior K.R.Y)’, romanized Korean lyrics were shown on the LED screen as KYUHYUN hoped the fans can sing along with him. KYUHYUN & the fans had trouble reading those lyrics but the sing-along session ended well nevertheless.

Moving forward, a series of his past musical posters were showcased on the LED screen, including shows from:

The Three Musketeers
Catch Me If You Can
Singing In The Rain
Robin Hood
The Man Who Laughs
Phantom
& the latest Ben-Hur

He then rocked the stage with the song ‘Destiny’ (From musical Ben-Hur). He suspiciously shared that he knew why this song got the highest vote from fans —— It must be because he took off his clothes while performing this during the musical, and Singapore KYUpiters want to witness this as well. But he rejected the fans by repeating “this concert is a ballad concert, very, very high grade concert”. The fans should just sit down and clap.

KYUHYUN reappeared in denim jeans and white blouse after a short video. But this time, he wasn’t on the stage. With the song ‘Confession Is Not Flashy’, he started touring around the hall to have a better look and interaction with the audiences on 1st floor. This “meet & greet session” ended with the song ‘Time With You’.

Even though this is a ballad concert, KYUHYUN excites fans with songs like ‘Flying, Deep in the Night’ and ‘Together’ accompanied by cute dance moves. Immediately after, he spiced up the concert with Super Junior hot medley consisting ‘Devil’, ‘Black Suit’ and ‘Sorry Sorry’. The whole venue was filled with loud fanchants from KYUpiters and E.L.F.s. He also did a dance cover to Yoasobi’s ‘IDOL’.

KYUHYUN then performed his greatest hit ‘At Gwanghwamun’ as all fans sang along. He was surprised and thankful that everyone managed to sing together despite having no lyrics shown on the LED screen. He then continue the performance by singing ‘Daystar’ and ‘Moving On’, jokingly said that emotional songs like this tend to shorten his life span. KYUHYUN then proceeds to end the night with ‘The Story Behind’.

Two songs —— ‘Restart’ and ‘Rainbow’ was performed during the ENCORE stage. The fans even surprised KYUHYUN with a banner fan project written “WE WILL BE WITH 규 (KYU)”. KYUHYUN thanked the fans once again and promised that he will be back to Singapore with other Super Junior members very soon.

Thank you CK Star Entertainment for the invitation!

- written by Melody Tan

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BSS

BSS (SEVENTEEN) as the New Face for OPPO Reno11 F 5G

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Global leading smartphone brand OPPO has officially announced the appointment of BSS (SEVENTEEN) members – SEUNGKWAN, DK and HOSHI – as the latest OPPO Reno Experts for OPPO’s APAC markets, marking the beginning of a new era of synergy between an industry-leading smartphone brand and the dynamic South Korean artists known for their exuberant energy. This strategic partnership emphasises OPPO’s dedication to fostering global connections while delivering on its promise of accessible innovation.

BSS (SEVENTEEN), the subunit of the renowned K-pop icon SEVENTEEN, has risen to fame with the popularity of their hit songs “Just do it”, “Fighting (Feat. Lee Young Ji)”, and “7 PM (Feat. Peder Elias)”. Fueled by the tracks’ overwhelming popularity, the band recently won the Performance of the Year Award at the 2023 Asia Artist Awards, and the Best Digital Song at the 38th Golden Disc Awards. The three members’ embodiment of youthful energy and a genuine love for self-expression perfectly represents the key features of OPPO’s latest smartphone, reflecting the dynamic qualities that set the OPPO Reno11 F 5G apart in the market.

As part of the collaboration, the BSS members have been featured in a creative video where they could be seen capturing memories on the all-new portrait expert OPPO Reno11 F 5G and using key features including Smart Image Matting and AI Portrait Retouching to express their truest selves.

With vibrant, eye-catching style, a 64MP Ultra-Clear Triple Camera and a 120Hz AMOLED Borderless display, the Reno11 F 5G is a winning combination of fresh looks and smart experiences. The OPPO Reno11 F will be officially available in the Malaysian market on 23rd March 2024 with the recommended retail price of RM1399. Customers who purchase the OPPO Reno11 F from 23rd March to 11th April 2024 at the stores listed below will be entitled to receive a gift box worth RM1692.

To know more about OPPO Reno11 F 5G, visit https://bit.ly/Reno11F-info.

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Xdinary Heroes

Xdinary Heroes prove that they are more than ‘good enough’ for Villains at Singapore concert

Monday, March 18, 2024

There are no heroes without villains— The JYP Entertainment boy band, Xdinary Heroes were in town last Sunday! The band held their first concert in Singapore on 17 March 2024 at the Esplanade for their <Break The Brake> World Tour.

The venue was filled with Villains (affectionate name for their fans) with their hand-crafted fanboards, showing their pure adoration for their idols.

Xdinary Heroes started the concert with a bang with ‘Freddy’, ‘Come Into My Head’ and ‘Knock Down’, captivating Villains with their high tension and energy since the beginning of the show. The talented band continued to perform non-stop, to ‘checkmate’, ‘Test Me’, ‘Hair Cut’, ‘Enemy’, ‘Man in the Box’ and ‘Ghost’.

Upon noticing Villains’ handmade fanboards and well-thought-out outfits, O.de and Jungsu shared that they felt Villains in Singapore were not only pretty but also had pretty hearts. Villains’ hearts melted at the members’ comment, evident from their roaring cheers.

The concert was a spectacular showcase of the band’s wholeheartedness, strong passion and enthusiasm to perform on stage for their lovely fans. Their impressive discography is not a secret to any Xdinary Heroes listener!

But the band certainly could not believe their eyes and ears— the concert became a sing-a-long session with Villains (already on their feet) as they chorused perfectly with the band for every single song, proving their true spirit of a dedicated fan.

The bassist and main vocalist, Juyeon, praised Villains for their superb singing and even initiated for them to sing again!
The band also continued to perform their own renditions of label seniors’ Stray Kids Hellevator and DAY6’s Shoot Me.

Xdinary Heroes, as well as Villains, went on and on with their unlimited energy, jumping at their seats to ‘Bad Chemical’, ‘Freakin’ Bad’, ‘Sucker Punch!’ and ‘Strawberry Cake’.

Nothing gold will stay. The concert was coming to an end and after a splendid performance of ‘PLUTO’, the band was surprised with a fanproject and video, prepared by the sweet Villains. Through the video, Villains expressed their gratitude towards the band for their great music, promising to always be with them throughout their journey.

The six boys were visibly touched by the video prepared by their fans and gave their ending comments to close off the magical night.

O.de: I made so much great memories in Singapore. I feel so happy to be on stage. It could be (because of) the staff who helped us, or our parents who support us, or the members that are always with us. But the biggest reason (for my happiness) are our Villains! I want to show you guys our best selves. I love you!

Juyeon: Firstly, I feel so touched from the fan-video, thank you Singapore Villains! There were several comments that touched my heart— “there is no villain without heroes”. But I also think there will be no heroes if there were no villains. Let’s be Heroes and Villains forever! The reason why we’re living everyday is because of you guys. Fighting and I love you!

Gunil: Nice to meet you guys. We have come to Singapore for the first time and you guys gave us a memory that we can never forget. We prepared a lot for this concert and I can tell that you guys also prepared so much for this concert, seeing how you guys prepared those posters and fanboards. I love your guys really! (In English) It’s been a while since I spoke English. Today’s stage was possible because of you guys.

Junhan: Thank you! If Villains had fun tonight, there’s nothing else we expect. We had so much great memories, we ate chili crab and there’s one thing that really surprised me! There is a vending machine for orange juice and we don’t have that in Korea. I had so much fun in Singapore and next time when we come to Singapore again, I hope to give you an amazing time once again. Let’s be healthy and meet us again next time. See you again soon, thank you!

Gaon: Yesterday, I had so much fun in Singapore, I woke up today feeling very tired today. I thought it was gonna affect my energy but once we started Freddy, and I felt the difference— today is THE DAY. It’s been a while since I got crazy on the stage and it shows that you guys did so well tonight. 아 좋다! (Feels good!)
Jungsu: Are you guys hurting your throats? You will hurt your throats (from screaming). This is the first time that we filled up until the 3rd floor. I feel so proud about today’s concert. I will express today with one word 아 좋다!! Today is such a happy concert!