LOOK: Korean actor Hwang In-youp is now in PH for his ‘To You’ fanmeet on October 31
No spooky time for Filipino HIYLIYs as South Korean actor Hwang In-youp has arrived in the Philippines ahead of his much-awaited fan meeting with Filipino fans at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City on October 31.
Photos and videos shared by his local fanbase showed the actor arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, where some fans gathered to welcome him back to the country.
“Welcome back to the Philippines, HWANG IN YOUP! The actor has arrived in the country for his #ToYou Fan Meet tomorrow at the New Frontier Theater!” Hwang In Youp Philippines wrote in a post.
A netizen also shared a video of the actor’s arrival on X, expressing excitement ahead of the fan meeting with the caption: “Happy Hello-Win to my Hwang and only. You cannot undas-stand my kiligs seeIn-Youp tomorrow! #HwangInYoup #HappyHalloween.”
The upcoming event marks another reunion between Hwang In-youp and his Filipino HIYILYs, following his previous fan meetings at the same venue. He last met his Philippine fans during his [IN LOVE] fan meeting in January 2025. Before that, he held his first Manila fan meeting in 2022.
In a special video message, the actor expressed his excitement about returning to Manila and seeing his Filipino fans once again.
“Mabuhay! Kumusta? This is Hwang In-youp,” he happily greeted his fans.
“I’m coming back to Manila to meet my Filipino HIYILYs once again. I really, really missed you. Did you miss me too? On October 31, 2026, Saturday, at the New Frontier Theater, let’s make unforgettable memories together. I’m already excited to see you. Until then, please stay healthy and don’t get sick. Will you wait for me? It’s a promise. Mahal ko kayo. Kita-kits,” he added.
Fans who have yet to secure their tickets can still purchase them through the TicketNet website and outlets. Ticket prices are as follows:
SVIP: ₱11,500
VIP: ₱9,000
GOLD: ₱7,000
SILVER: ₱5,000
Beyond his visits as a Korean star, Hwang In-youp has also shared a special connection with the Philippines, which he has often described as his second home.
Before establishing his acting career in South Korea, the actor spent several years in the Philippines, where he attended high school at the Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai International School in Davao. He later earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design from the Philippine Women’s College of Davao.
Hwang In-youp rose to international popularity for his role as Han Seo-jun in the hit 2021 Korean drama True Beauty. He went on to headline several series, including The Sound of Magic, Why Her, and Family by Choice.
Most recently, he starred in the romance series Dream to You, where he portrays a film director who becomes romantically involved with a character played by K-pop idol and actress Lee Hye-ri.
He also recently celebrated his 8th debut anniversary.