Last Nov. 26, K-pop fans converged at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for a day of fun, camaraderie and a show that featured three Korean groups.
The “Ripples for Hope,” organized by Pulp Live World, saw fans participating in different games and meeting others.
Happee Sy-Go of Pulp Live World said “Ripples for Hope” was held to spread goodness and happiness.
“I always believe whatever we do impacts the world. The concept of cause and effect is real and it is something we can easily take for granted,” she told Manila Bulletin.
Happee, one of the key figures in bringing K-pop acts to the Philippines including BTS, Super Junior, Treasure, Big Bang, EXO, added, “If you throw a little pebble into a small pond you will see how the ripples will finally reach across the entire circumference of the pond.”
“I believe if we each contribute a small pebble of goodness into our collective pond... our world... these ripples of goodness will generate hope. And from hope... happiness,” she said.
According to her, “‘Ripples for Hope’ is about remembering to exert an effort to spread goodness, to cultivate hope and to bring happiness into our lives.”
EVERGLOW
When night came, K-pop groups Momoland, Everglow and AKMU held a show and awarded the winners of the games.
Everglow opened the show and performed “La Di Da,” “Adios,” “Dun Dun” and “Pirate.”
“We are so excited to have fun with all of you, guys,” said Sihyeon.
Mia said, “Let’s have fun today.”
“Our dream to perform in the Philippines has come true,” said E:U.
Sihyeon added, “I have heard about Philippine Forever and actually wanted to visit here a long time so I’m happy to see you guys in actual faces.”
“Aside from meeting you all, we are happy to know today’s occasion is special to all fan clubs in the Philippines because today we celebrate friendship,” said Mia.
Everglow awarded and had a photo with Team Seventeen, the second runner-up of “Ripples for Hope.”
MOMOLAND
Momoland performed next, opening their set with “Yummy Yummy Love.”
“We are so happy to be here,” said Nancy.
“We missed you guys so much,” said Ahin.
JooE said, “I miss Jollibee . I’m so sad that I’m staying in the Philippines for a short time.”
Momoland also performed “Ready or Not” and “Wrap Me in Plastic, and the popular “BBoom Bboom” and “BAAM.”
They also awarded and had a photo with Team Pinkday, the first runner-up.
AKMU
The Korean sibling duo AKMU, composed of Lee Chan-hyuk and Lee Su-hyun, closed the show.
They opened their set with “Hey kid, Close your eyes” followed by “NAKKA,” “Dinosaur,” “How People Move” and “Do Not Cross Your Leg.”
AKMU also performed “Love Loss,” “”How can I love the heartbreak, you`re the one I love,” “Last Goodbye,” “Give Love,” “200%” and “Let`s Take Time.”
They awarded and had a photo with Team Bangkon, the grand champion of the “Ripples for Hope.”
The “Ripples for Hope” was presented by Pulp Live World.
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