Highlights From Hwang In-Youp's BYS Fun Meet In Manila
We're definitely still high on HIY!
It was a frenzy at the New Frontier Theater last June 19, as fans who were eagerly awaiting for K-drama actor Hwang In-yeop lined up to enter the venue for his “BYS Fun Meet In Manila.” It didn’t take long before everyone was seated—but the excitement was palpable while waiting for his appearance on stage.
When the True Beauty actor finally appeared on stage, he was wearing a shy smile—with fans repeatedly chanting his name. And the fun meet progressed with segments that every fan dreams of and more. There was a lively Q&A where the audience got to know Hwang In-yeop more; exciting games also showed the fans’ knowledge of the actor.
What’s more, some lucky attendees got the opportunity to speak with him face-to-face! During the event, there was a phone number flashed on screen that people would need to call—with Hwang In-yeop waiting on the other end of the line to answer: “Yeoboseyo? (Hello?)”
One fan got the chance to take a selfie with him side by side; another requested to give a message to all his Filipino fans. He offered a charming grin and, with his best effort, uttered words like, “Mahal ko kayo,” which left the crowd kilig and screaming in delight.
He also constantly shared how the Philippines’ warm and overwhelming welcome made him flustered but so, so happy. “He actually says na because he’s so happy right now, parang hindi siya masyadong nakakapagsalita,” host Sam Oh translates Hwang In-yeop’s words.
It is indeed a great quality bonding time with this rising leading man, who is also the star of K-dramas The Sound of Magic and Why Her. Everyone definitely felt closer to him as he revealed more things about him.
Below, we list down some fun facts that we learned about the K-drama actor during his BYS Fun Meet in Manila:
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His favorite Filipino food
It is common knowledge that Hwang In-yeop spent a good chunk of his earlier years here in our country, thus the Philippines occupies a special place in his heart. He actually points out how his stay here back then was “a very important time in his life.” His days in Davao, of course, introduced him to our delicious food as well. He shared that Jollibee, halo-halo, and kwek-kwek (fried orange quail eggs) are his ultimate favorites! He even answered, when asked if he could be “18 again” (in reference to the show he was previously a part of), he would live in Davao, study well, and eat kwek-kwek again. During his press conference, he also mentioned that he used to enjoy food from Chowking and the mango float his English tutor would make for him.
He is ambidextrous
An ambidextrous person is someone who can use both left and right hands to write, and Hwang In-yeop is such a guy! He reveals that, back then, he was actually left-handed. However, his mom wanted him to correct that—which led him to learn writing with his right hand. He eventually was able to train himself to utilize both hands, and now he can!
His fashion style
Clad in an airy, neutral button-down and black trousers during the event, the actor shares that his style sensibilities favor a clothing’s silhouette. It’s not to say that he wasn’t a follower of trends—when he was still living here in the Philippines, he spilled that he liked going with what’s uso, too!
The roots of his showbiz dreams
His dreams of becoming an actor began during his stay in the Philippines. Hwang In-yeop recalls his younger years when he would watch “Boys Over Flower” and “Coffee Prince” on our local TV, which made him interested in the industry. When he finally dipped his toes in this world as a model, his being an introvert made him think twice if he can actually do it. But with big dreams, perseverance, and impressive talent, he’s glad that he’s able to return to our country, proudly, as an actor. He shared that his favorite K-drama is “My Mister,” which starred IU and Lee Sun-kyun.
His love for his fans
Hwang In-yeop didn’t waste a single second in expressing his fondness to his fans during the fun meet. When asked about his most favorite role that he portrayed, he said that while he liked all of them, what’s more important are the roles that his fans like. When asked about his dream role, the actor pointed out nothing in particular. Being able to show his acting skills as he improves and become a better actor, instead, is on top of his priority, and the role that fans would love to see him play is his dream role.
Advocating self-love
Finally, he reminded his fans that oneself should always come first. “You need to first love yourself in order to love people, and I believe that all of you here have that love for yourselves,” he muses. With roars of agreement from the audience, he replies with, “I will continue to love all of you.”
Till the next fun meet, Hwang In-youp!
Gallery photos by Mariel Abanes and Grace Libero-Cruz
Special thanks to BYS and Wilbros Live
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