Last December 16, PENSHOPPE brought the latest addition to their roster of global ambassadors— EXO’s Park Chan-yeol or CHANYEOL, for short—to the Philippines for an exclusive fan meet! Held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, the event was CHANYEOL’s biggest fan meet to date in Manila, delighting fans just in time for the holidays!
The night started off with high energy as the multi-talented performer kicked off the show wooing the audience with a slick performance of EXO-SC’s “Nothin,” while donning pieces from PENSHOPPE’s Holiday Collection.
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Self-proclaimed Koreanophile Kring Kim then formally welcomed fans and opened the program with a “Keeping Up with CHANYEOL Segment,” where The Cherry Prince himself got to select from an assortment of oversized envelopes, each containing questions that allowed fans to get to know the KPOP sensation in a more personal way.
After which, those in the arena swooned collectively as the “Happy Virus” began a fun fast talk-style segment, where he answered questions sent in by members of the audience.
Fans then got to impress and show off their moves as CHANYEOL played audience for the “Don’t Mess Up my Tempo!” segment, where he watched fans bust a move via PENSHOPPE-produced dance videos. To add even more color to the night, he accepted the challenge of guessing which songs the moves were originally choreographed to. The segment proved how connected CHANYEOLis to his fans, while also showing off the idol’s playful personality.
CHANYEOL then proceeded to show off his creative chops as he designed five PENSHOPPE tees, using art materials provided to him onstage. These original designs were then raffled off to the audience. But if that wasn’t enough to excite fans, CHANYEOL further upped the ante as the host challenged him to say, “Mahal Kita” in different expressions–with an on-screen Kilig Meter measuring just how enchanted fans were by CHANEYOL’s proclamation of love for them.
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Fans then likewise got to share admiration for CHANYEOL firsthand via voice notes that were broadcasted during the show, as well as a fan sign big enough for CHANYEOL to read from stage.
To end the touching segment, CHANYEOL was then reaffirmed as fans’ “Cherry Prince” with a crown handed to him, and every member of the audience wearing their own Cherry-adorned crowns in recognition of him being their true Cherry Prince!
Throughout the night, CHANYEOL also performed to fan favorites including Tomorrow, SSFW, Rodeo Station, and his latest hit single, Good Enough.
PENSHOPPE’s fan meet is not only an idyllic end to what was his busiest year yet in the Philippines, it is also his first time performing several of his songs solo in Manila, as an offshoot of his ongoing fancon tour.
“This event is the perfect way to culminate CHANYEOL’s exciting year with PENSHOPPE,” said PENSHOPPE Brand Director Brandon Liu. “The way Filipinos appreciate music and culture has evolved greatly over time and PENSHOPPE’s partnership with CHANYEOL is a testament to this appreciation for diversity. We’re proud to be a brand that enables the varied interests and capabilities of Filipinos today and we’re proud to do so with a powerhouse like CHANYEOL,” he added.
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Announced as its newest ambassador in March, CHANYEOL has boasted of PENSHOPPE’s everyday-wear pieces, effortlessly pulling off looks from the brand’s Easy Neutrals collection—switching between both dressier and laid-back looks. His partnership with PENSHOPPE was meant not only to showcase his iconic style and fashion but to also strengthen the idol’s relationship with both his fans and PENSHOPPE patrons.
“In almost a year of working with CHANYEOL, we’ve really seen how his style has influenced Filipino fans greatly. They’re inspired to make a statement, while staying true to their personal style the way CHANYEOL does. We’re confident that this partnership will allow fans to better connect with him and know him in a way different from before,” said GOLDEN ABC’s Vice President for Retail Brands Jeff Bascon.
PENSHOPPE is a brand at the forefront of fashion trends, with apparel designed for boundless self-expression in daily life. Just like with CHANYEOL, PENSHOPPE can help you make bold but authentic style statements that are uniquely yours. For more information about the PENSHOPPE x CHANYEOL collaboration and fan meet, stay tuned to PENSHOPPE’S ’s social media channels!
