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Attending a Cupsleeve Event in South Korea

Entertainment November 19, 2023

I attended Jeonghan's cupsleeve event in South Korea

I used to attend cupsleeve events in the Philippines. Not all the time, though. But I had attended such events. When I saw that there will be a cupsleeve event for Jeonghan's birthday and it was near my place, I decided to visit it.

What is a cupsleeve event?

Cupsleeve event is an event to celebrate an artist's birthday, anniversary, or a special occasion. At first, these events were handled by fansites or fanclubs of the certain artist. But recently, anyone can handle their own cupsleeve events.

These kinds of events allow you to enjoy your drinks while meeting other fellow fans. Aside from that, you will also receive freebies from the handler of the cupsleeve events. Just note that these freebies may run out immediately.

My experience attending a cupsleeve event in South Korea

I went to this event a little bit late because of my schedule. If I'm not mistaken, I went here on the last day. Therefore, the cupsleeve itself no longer has stocks and I only received few freebies.

But it doesn't matter to me actually.

The important thing here is that I was able to celebrate Jeonghan's birthday and support my fellow Carat's preparation for this event.

They were streaming Seventeen's concerts/fanmeets

I am not quite sure if there was a program for this cupsleeve event, but when the time I went there, there was none. In fact, there were no people inside the cafe.

In comparison to Philippine cupsleeve events, there is usually a program where you can play games with your fellow fans, win prizes, and just have fun. More like a gathering.

I was with my fellow GKS scholar, Uldana. Like what I have mentioned earlier, you will receive freebies for this event. I got postcards and photoprints.

The funny thing is, I forgot to take a photo of the drink itself because I was too focused on the concert that they were streaming.

Overall, I enjoyed my first cupsleeve event in South Korea and I hope this won't be the last event that I can attend to.

MINI VLOG

Here's is my mini vlog of the event

@annyeongruth I went to a cupsleeve event for Jeonghan’s birthday here in South Korea! Happy Jeonghan Day! (I was supposed to post it yesterday but forgot 🤣) #kpop #seventeen #jeonghan #southkorea ♬ Ima -Even if the world ends tomorrow- - SEVENTEEN

I went here early October but I just posted this on my blog now. I have been so busy recently and I haven't found the time to do my online contents. But I'm slowly updating it all.

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UNBOXING: SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN ALBUMS

Collection October 29, 2023

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Thai heartthrob Dew Jirawat holds 1st Solo Fanmeet in Manila

Entertainment October 22, 2023

It is Dew’s third visit in Manila within a year and the fans’ excitement grew bigger than his past visits.

He commenced the night by singing “In the Wind”, an OST from F4 Thailand, which brought back so many memories from the series as well as from “Shooting Star in Manila”, their concert last November 2022.

After his first performance, he jokingly said that he feels like he’s in club partying with fans because of the energy that they gave off and the first thing that he remembered from his last visits was the phrase “Mahal kita baby” (I love you, baby) and the crowd went wilder than before.

To start the next segment, he was asked for three keywords that can describe the night’s event and he answered “love, power and baby”. After that he was then asked to answer some questions in different categories, based on the icons that he will choose.

Top three essentials that he brings during shooting/ filming: he started by saying “my phone, me to shoot, my watch" then proceeds to “my heart and my brain” which made the fans and even the host laugh due to his humor.

When asked what he would be if he’s not an actor, some fans shouted “asawa ko” (my husband/partner), but Dew cut them out saying “love is not an occupation, love is not a work” and playfully point his finger to them as everyone laughed since no fan can apply as his wife/partner now for that reason! He then answered that he’ll probably become as cartoonist/ illustrator.

The next question focused on the songs that he is currently listening to. He said that he won’t give those because it’s his songs but ended up telling it too – “About You” by The 1975 and “First love”. The fans teased Dew for a line of the song. He said that they song that they are requesting is not the same song that he was listening to but he still sang a part of “First Love” by Nont Tanont.

Dew also played “Pinoy Henyo” with the rest of the fans but he failed to win. As a punishment, he needs to do cute poses. After the games, he proceeds to sing “โต๊ะริม” (Melt) by Nont Tanont.

“Melting because of Dew”

In the next part of the show, he was asked to react to some of the videos from his recent projects. First video is from Home School: The series with Jane Ramida Jiranorraphat, where he played as Nai. He described Nai as very aggressive and straightforward but innocent.

Second video is a snippet of “I Do” by (G) I-DLE, a music video that he filmed with Tu Tontawan. The fans are satisfied about the project because they saw a happy ending between Ren and Gorya, played by Dew and Tu, the ending that they didn’t get during F4 Thailand. Dew also shared that he didn’t have a “puppy love” during his high school days because he studied in an all-male school back then. His message to the student Dew made the hall echoed with laughter but the fans can’t deny it because it’s a fact – “When you grow up, you are very handsome”.

Dew also performed Bright Vachirawit’s “My Ecstacy” and his rapping skill shocked the whole fandom that night! He tried Filipino snacks like Halo-halo, Turon and Chicharon. He liked all of the snacks but Turon left the biggest impression to Dew. He even asked where he could buy it.

The fans prepared a VCR for Dew and surprised him with a birthday cake, took some photos with the crowd as he expressed his gratitude for the unending support of his fans and even asked the fans to teach him how to say “please stay with me, forever” in Filipino. The fans teased him by saying “walang uuwi” (no one will go home) but Dew replied that the fans can stay in the hall and he will go outside to buy Turon. Until the very end, his wittiness prevailed.

He then performed his latest song “North Star” in which he partnered with Prim Chanikarn in the music video. “It’s only you, อยากให้รู้ว่านานแค่ไหนก็เป็นเธอ” (It’s only you, no matter how long, it’s always been you) …Fans waited for several months just to see Dew Jirawat again, and he will always be worth the wait.

The Dew 1st Solo Fanmeet in Manila was held last October 14, 2023 at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premiere.Thank you so much Makeitlive for bringing Dew Jirawat back to the Philippines as well as for the invites!

#Dew1stSoloFMinManila

#dew_jsu #DEW

Article: Denisse Pascual

Photos: Jessa Lacao

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WATCH: Seventeenth Heaven Highlight Medley

Entertainment October 18, 2023

SEVENTEEN presents 'Festival of Happiness' with their 11th Mini Album

On the 18th of October 2023, Seventeen released a highlight medley video of their upcoming 11th mini album 'SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN' which is scheduled to be released on October 23, 2023. The music video of their title track "음악의신 (God of Music)" will be released on HYBE Label's Youtube Channel at 6PM KST.

The highlight medley video includes the title track "음악의신 (God of Music)", group songs "SOS (feat. Marshmello)", "Diamond Days", "Headliner", unit songs "Back 2 Back (Performance Team), "Monster (Hip-Hop Team)", and "Yawn (Vocal Team)". The album contains a total of 8 songs including the "God of Music (Instrumental)".

SEVENTEETH HEAVEN TRACKLIST. Credits to their Twitter account

The first track of the album is "SOS" which is a collaboration with the world's top DJ Marshmello. It is a song which blends Marshmello's unique sound centered on strong bass and synthesizers with rock-style sounds and Jersey club beats.

The second track, which is the album's title track, "음악의신 (God of Music)", is said to be a soul funk-based song that stands out with the harmony of cheerful synth and brass sounds. Through these cheerful sounds, it is expected to be a 'festive' song which will make you feel the strong and positive energy that SEVENTEEN talks about.

The third track, "Diamond Days", is a song that is a sampling from a B-side track of their debut album "Shining Diamond". After 8 years of their debut, SEVENTEEN who has finally achieved great success is reinterpreting the song in another perspective.

Next, the performance team's "Back 2 Back" which includes impressive synth and heavy snare sounds. Meanwhile, the hip-hop team goes into an impressive retro and conceptual mood for their song "Monster". The vocal team's "Yawn", on the other hand, beautifully blended the sounds of piano, violin and guitar. Each songs conveys unique charms of each unit.

Lastly, the rock genre "Headliner", expresses the joy of going to see the 'headliner' of a performance. It is a tribute song to Carats who have believed in and supported SEVENTEEN for a long time. This song will allow you to feel SEVENTEEN's extraordinary love for their fans.

As of writing, the 11th mini album "SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN" has broken the record for the highest number of pre-orders among SEVENTEEN's albums by exceeding 4.67 million pre-orders. SEVENTEEN has uniquely used the English expression 'Seventh Heaven' which means a state of extreme happiness and created their own meaning to it.

Watch the Highlight Medley:

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UNBOXING: SEVENTEEN TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.)

Collection October 16, 2023

SEVENTEEN TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.) album was shot in Batangas, Philippines

I was not a fan of SEVENTEEN yet when they released their TEEN, AGE album. That's why I didn't have this album. I was so sad because this is one of the albums that is already out-of-stock. Meaning, if I were to buy this album, it's already overpriced because it's considered rare.

A lot of PH Carats are looking for this album mainly because it was shot in Calatagan, Batangas (which happens to be a place near my hometown).

Good thing, SEVENTEEN decided to reprint their past albums and I was able to get one when I went to Seoul for SEVENTEEN Street.

TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.) Inclusions

Photobook

What I like about this album is it's hard and thick. It really looks like a book. Unlike some of their new albums, it's a bit flimsy or easy to be dented. Aside from that, of course, the photos here are so Filipino-coded. Imagine the 95z riding the tricycle?

CD

The CD is simple but I like the fact that they put photos of SEVENTEEN on the other side of the CD. Look how cute and young the members are.

Lyric Book

When I saw this lyric book, the first thing that came into my mind is I need to study these words so that I can understand it without even looking at the translations. That is my goal. But I need to manage my time wisely though. Honestly, I'm still having a hard time adjusting with the time because it feels so fast.

Portrait Desktop Stand and Photocard (1 out of 13 random)

These inclusions are random and I was so shocked when I got Mingyu for the photo stand and Jeonghan for the photocard. I was indeed happy that I got this. I am still planning to complete all 13 photocards. So far, I got two (I already have Seungkwan's before). 11 more to go.

By the way, we call the photocards SEVENTEEN Batangas pc. lol

Name Sticker

I don't know where I'll be using these stickers but I'm happy I got one. Because my first Teen, Age (Green) album - which was unsealed by the way - did not come with this.

Folding Poster (Random 1 out of 9)

For the poster, I got the 97z version. Look at how cute they are. They really look so young at this time especially Minghao.

MINI UNBOXING VIDEO:

@annyeongruth Unboxing my SEVENTEEN Teen, Age (Green) Album. I really want this album because it was shot in Batangas! #kpop #seventeen #unboxing ♬ 박수 - SEVENTEEN

I bought this in Myeongdong Underground Shopping Mall for 17,200 KRW which is around 720 PHP.

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UNBOXING: SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN ALBUMS

I got my Seventeenth Heaven albums a few days after release

Unboxing my Seventeenth Heaven albums

Seventeenth Heaven album inclusions

Regular album

Outbox

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Festival Wrist Band

Paper Art Kit

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Folded Poster

Carat Version

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Lyric Book

CD

Random photocards

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Thai heartthrob Dew Jirawat holds 1st Solo Fanmeet in Manila

It is Dew’s third visit in Manila within a year and the fans’ excitement grew bigger than his past visits.

“Melting because of Dew”

WATCH: Seventeenth Heaven Highlight Medley

SEVENTEEN presents 'Festival of Happiness' with their 11th Mini Album

Watch the Highlight Medley:

UNBOXING: SEVENTEEN TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.)

SEVENTEEN TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.) album was shot in Batangas, Philippines

TEEN, AGE (Green Ver.) Inclusions

Photobook

CD

Lyric Book

Portrait Desktop Stand and Photocard (1 out of 13 random)

Name Sticker

Folding Poster (Random 1 out of 9)

MINI UNBOXING VIDEO:

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