7 Memorable Highlights in 'K-Verse' Con: Performances, Comeback Spoilers, MORE!
MYs, The Bs, and SONEs have had the time of their lives during 'K-Con' in Manila, where aespa, THE BOYZ, and SNSD Taeyeon rocked the stage. It was indeed an unforgettable night for the fanbases mentioned, as they've witnessed countless key moments from their favorite artists during the event.
From energetic stages to wholesome interactions, both fans and the artists made numerous memories together, which will be forever cherished. The joint con was held on the Smart Araneta Coliseum, on April 11.
Here are 7 memorable highlights from 'K-Verse' in Manila!
1. aespa's Unexpected Comeback Spoilers
Fourth-gen rookie girl group aespa kickstarted the event with their performance of 'Black Mamba,' their debut hit song. Afterwards, a break segment was held, leading to the unexpected.
When hosts Kyungmin Kim and Denise Laurel asked aespa to hint their next song on the concert, the members thought they were being asked for their comeback plans, much to MYs' chaotic request for a spoiler.
Eventually, aespa hilariously gave in and hinted their next comeback through facial expressions, which viewed them fanning themselves as if the weather was hot. Although it was brief, it was enough to surge excitement within the crowd!
π₯΅ As meninas deram dicas/spoilers do comeback no K-Verse! #KVersePH #KVersePH #aespa #μμ€ν @aespa_officialpic.twitter.com/vKGB9UNv17
— aespa Brasil (@aespagirlsbr) April 11, 2023
2. MYs' Birthday Song for aespa Karina
Apart from having one of the most popular K-pop artists in one venue, 'K-Verse' audiences also sang happy birthday to Karina, who's special day is on the same date of the concert!
230411 K-Verse PH Birthday Song
— baby JINJOO πΆπΆπ¦ (@samcutesal) April 11, 2023
happy birthday toww yoww#KVersePH_aespa #Karina #μ μ§λ―Ό #카리λ #aespa #μμ€ν #KVersePH #Winter #κΉλ―Όμ #μν° #aespaWINTERinPH #λλ #μ§μ € #Ningning #Giselle pic.twitter.com/TM6oMLobJL
3. 'ROAR' Stage Performance by THE BOYZ
For their intro stage, THE BOYZ electrified audiences with their "ROAR" performance. The members didn't hold back on their stage, as they executed it with synchronized choreography and stellar vocals.
4. The Bs Singing Happy Birthday to THE BOYZ Sunwoo
Fandom The Bs also sang a happy birthday to member Sunwoo, whose birthday is on April 12, the day after the concert. Seeing fans greet him happy birthday, Sunwoo appreciated the gesture so much, he bowed and expressed his unending gratitude wholeheartedly!
β€οΈ THE BOYZ λ보μ΄μ¦ β€οΈ
— πYHπ (@yhyh970808) April 11, 2023
π μν YOUNGHOON
πΆ 2023.04.11
Happy Birthday SUNWOO! π
K-Verse in Philippines#YH_THEBOYZ
pic.twitter.com/Fgsp9HchDk
happy birthday, my dearest chocoball! β€οΈ
have fun celebrating your special day here in PH. Mahal ka namin! π«Ά#μ μ° #SUNWOO#νμ΄λ³΄λ€_λλΆμ€_μ μ°μ_μ€λ¬Όλ·#ThunderSunwooDay @WE_THE_BOYZ pic.twitter.com/GAc116ceoM— zel | TBZ in SG pcd (@eehonje) April 11, 2023
5. Taeyeon's 'Pinky Promise' for Solo Concert
The final artist to perform is the queen herself, Taeyeon of SNSD, who grabbed everyone's attention with goddess-like vocals in her "I" and "Toddler" stages.
On her break segment, the songstress was also interviewed by the hosts, which spawned more cheers from SONEs.
Due to fans' overwhelming energy, Taeyeon declared she wants to come back in the Philippines with a solo concert prepared! The singer took a step further through a "pinky promise" with host Denise Laurel, pouring a loud atmosphere on the venue.
230411 #KVersePH #Taeyeon #νμ°
— ninja π (@ninjagu08) April 11, 2023
pinky promise for another PH solo concert π₯Ή
please do not crop logo! π pic.twitter.com/PSjYuToGpp
6. Taeyeon's Interaction With SONEs
In her portion of the concert, Taeyeon took her time interacting with fans, alongside the hosts. SONEs gave their all in teaching Taeyeon a few Tagalog words, such as local phrases "Mahal ko kayo," (I love you everyone), "Masaya ako" (I am happy), and the term whichTaeyeon is cherished for, "Beshie," the equivalent word for "Bestie."
taeyeon saying tagalog words:
- beshie
- masaya ako
- mahal ko kayo
look at her sweet proud smile when people cheered super loud for her π₯Ή she's really the cutestpic.twitter.com/UBKLkD1HV7— α΄α΄α΄Κα΄α΄Ι΄ κ±α΄α΄κ°κ° (@kimtaenos) April 11, 2023
7. 'INVU' Encore Stage Performance
Taeyeon ended the con with a majestic performance of "INVU," one of 2022's iconic hits. The singer successfully pulls off her high notes without a sweat, giving SONEs another treasurable moment.
the best thing about this video is how the whole arena is singing along. she fought so hard for invu to be the title track and look at her now. taeyeon you're so loved and appreciated and I hope you always remember that ππ«pic.twitter.com/NVkmBb8v5x
— To. βοΈ (@flirtaeyeon) April 12, 2023
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