What happens when three of the most prominent pop culture spaces in the Philippines join forces for one fun-filled afternoon? You get Fandom Fest, a first-of-its-kind gathering for the country’s loud-and-proud communities in Thai girls’ love (GL), pageantry, and Pinoy Pop (P-pop).
Photo: Kongthup’s Artist, Lila “Jiji” Gzraryan/Instagram
On September 4, 2026, we’re rolling out the red carpet for a star-studded roster of local and international artists who’ll make this year’s Fandom Fest one for the books. If you’ve been growing restless over the thought of meeting your idols someday (and maybe scoring an adorable interaction with them, too), now’s the time to finally turn those “delulu” dreams into reality. You don’t see a crossover of this caliber every day, after all.
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Many more special activities and surprises are underway for Fandom Fest attendees, courtesy of the sponsors and supporters who made the monumental celebration possible:
- WhenInManila.com,
- Elite Horizon Events, Inc.,
- PIXEL for Creators,
- Villain Era Studios,
- SideQuest PH, as well as
- Kongthup’s Production and Kongthup’s Artist.
Notable names in the Thai GL landscape? P-pop acts on the rise? Buzz-worthy content creators who’ve gotten thousands of netizens talking? You name it, Fandom Fest has it. Here are all the stars and trailblazers you can expect at Ayala Malls Feliz this Friday:
Orm Supitcha and Folk Sutima
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The wait is finally over, OrmFolk fans! The breakout stars of Apple My Love and My Lady’s Bodyguard are coming back to Manila to bring loads of kilig to Fandom Fest this week. Following the pair’s dropped by last June, where they captured fans’ hearts with an unforgettable meet n’ greet, Orm and Folk are proving that the Thai GL stan experience is sweeter the second time around. Their presence at Fandom Fest also has us anticipating their upcoming projects, Love Bound and Crush.
Zen Youngblood and Pat Apirum
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Zen Youngblood and Pat Apirum are taking Manila by storm with not one, but two exciting events this week that every fan wouldn’t want to miss. ZenPat will also serve looks and turn heads with OrmPat, their Love Bound co-stars, at Manila Fashion Week on September 5, 2026, at SMX Aura in Taguig City.
Natt Tuksaya
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Here’s your much-needed sign to take your fangirl and fanboy agendas to the next level! If you’ve always been curious about the Thai GL industry and its tremendous growth over the years, Fandom Fest has you covered. Natt Tuksaya, chief executive officer of Kongthup’s Production, is here to share everything we need to know.
Lilia “Jiji” Gzraryan
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Fandom Fest can be a handful of things for true-blue pop culture enthusiasts. But for Miss Grand Armenia 2025 Jiji Gzraryan, it’s a dynamic community and platform fit for a queen. She’s ready to bring smiles to everyone’s faces with the same radiant energy that made her a standout candidate and fan favorite.
Mintshi Sattanan
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Fandom Fest is making room for our favorite Thai and Filipina content creators, too! One of whom is Mintshi Sattanan, the certified fashionista who starred opposite Off Chanapol in the 2024 romantic drama A Taste of Love. Since then, Mintshi has amassed over 266,000 followers across social media with her trendy vlogs and lifestyle-focused content.
Era Juan
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Cupid’s arrows have found their way to Fandom Fest thanks to Filipina content creator Era Juan. After a series of swoon-worthy livestreams with Mintshi that simultaneously had us in stitches, Era is earning her stripes as an emerging sapphic storyteller on social media. Who knows, you might even spot yourself in her future vlogs!
ASC:M
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Fandom Fest wouldn’t be complete without our unparalleled P-pop pride, brought to us by ASC:M, a five-member pre-debut boy group on the rise. Watch Gab, Haru, Josh, Elo, and Jollo set the stage alight with their unstoppable passion, resilience, and heart.
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Kita-kits sa Fandom Fest! Who among these special guests are you most excited to see this weekend? Let us know in the comments below!
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