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Press Conference: Ji Chang Wook in Manila for IAM Worldwide's "DOMIN8" 8th Anniversary Event

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760857259321ji chang wook for iam worldwide domin8 press con embed 1.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Ji Chang Wook | Photo by Pat Buenaobra</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p><strong>Ji Chang Wook</strong> is back in Manila for<strong> IAM Worldwide</strong>’s 8th anniversary show titled “<strong>DOMIN8</strong>,” which will be held later tonight at Mall of Asia Arena. This marks his third visit to the Philippines, endearing him to many Filipino fans. </p><p>The fans’ “unconditional love,” in fact, is what he remembers most from his past trips in Manila. He can’t wait to spend more time with his Filipino fans as he meets them once again at “DOMIN8,” a show that also features the fast-rising K-pop boy group <strong>NTX</strong>, Nation’s Girl Group <strong>BINI</strong>, and “The Aces of P-Pop” <strong>BGYO</strong>.  </p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760857472544ji chang wook for iam worldwide domin8 press con embed 2.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>Ji Chang Wook arrived in Manila on the evening of October 18. With a hectic schedule, coming from his recent trips to Bali, Indonesia and Paris, France (where he attended the Fashion Week), Ji Chang Wook admitted the first thing he wanted to do as soon as he arrived at his hotel was sleep. He wanted to step out and go around, like he did last time he was in the country (he went viral for strolling around Greenbelt in Makati), but didn’t have the chance and opted to have meetings for IAM Worldwide’s event instead.</p><p>A behind-the-scenes clip of the making of his new campaign with IAM Worldwide, as well as the final output of his shoot, was shown during the press conference ahead of the anniversary show. On shooting a campaign with IAM Worldwide for the second time, Ji Chang Wook said, “I really love the concept. I enjoyed the vibe of the shooting place, and I enjoyed filming it.” The shoot shows him riding a black motorcycle, looking dashing and ready for action, like the memorable characters he portrayed in hit K-dramas like <em>Healer</em>, <em>The K2</em>, <em>Gangnam B-Side</em>, <em></em>and <em>The Worst of Evil</em>. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760857606445ji chang wook for iam worldwide domin8 press con embed 3.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>“Adversity is not the end. It is the beginning,” so goes the ad’s messaging. The campaign, gritty with heart, talks about overcoming adversity, a universal theme that many of us can relate to. Asked to share his thoughts on the idea behind the campaign, he said that, although he feels he’s not in a position to give advice, having a positive mindset and a healthy lifestyle is a great foundation to get through challenges. </p><p>“We are not defined by what breaks us but by how we rise after being broken,” the campaign further shared. </p><p>Reflecting on this inspiring message that represents what IAM Worldwide is as a health and wellness brand, Ji Chang Wook said, “I think there’s a very close relationship between a healthy lifestyle and success, and I think success is equal to a sound body and mind,” adding that he thinks those two are the first steps to leading a successful, happy life. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760859028832ji chang wook for iam worldwide domin8 press con embed 4.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Acting, no doubt, is one of the things that gives him fulfillment, and his craft is a significant part of his life and who he has become as a person. </p><p>Ji Chang Wook&#x27;s next K-drama is the Disney+ series <em><strong>The Manipulated</strong></em>, where he stars alongside Doh Kyung Soo, Lee Kwang Soo, and Jo Yoon Su. <strong>Metro.Style </strong>asked him about what makes this series worth looking forward to. To which the actor replied, &quot;It&#x27;s a story about a man who gets falsely accused, and he&#x27;s actually in prison.&quot; His character, Park Tae Jung, then plots revenge to get himself out of prison. <em>The Manipulated </em>will be released on November 5. </p><p>With a portfolio filled with projects that showcase his versatility, he said, &quot;All the characters that I play are different from my personality.&quot; But his experiences portraying these characters always leave something indelible that ultimately helps him form and reflect the person he is through his passion for acting.</p><div><br/></div><div><em></em></div><p>Photos by <strong>Pat Buenaobra</strong><strong></strong><strong></strong><br/></p>

<p>Korean superstar Ji Chang Wook, who's been dominating the entertainment industry with his memorable K-drama portrayals, is currently in Manila for IAM Worldwide's 8th anniversary show titled "DOMIN8." He also headlines a new campaign for the wellness brand, inspiring positivity through his craft. </p>

Korean superstar Ji Chang Wook, who's been dominating the entertainment industry with his memorable K-drama portrayals, is currently in Manila for IAM Worldwide's 8th anniversary show titled "DOMIN8." He also headlines a new campaign for the wellness brand, inspiring positivity through his craft.

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