A
spectacular two-night #EXplOration filled with roaring performances and
unforgettable moments for Pinoy EXO-Ls and the K-mmunity PH
After almost a year of anticipation, the
most-awaited of days has finally arrived when the extraordinarily popular K-pop
boyband EXO (they are the only Korean Artists who have over 10 million
cumulative album sales in Korea) made their return to Manila with their 5th
world tour, EXO Planet #5 – EXplOration.
Originally set as just a one-night concert, #EXplOrationinManila became a
two-night affair, thanks to the outpour of requests from the passionate
Filipino EXO-Ls.
This year’s installment of the EXO Planet only saw 6
members (Suho, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, Kai, and Sehun)
visit Manila as Xiumin and D.O. just enlisted for their mandatory military service, while
Lay is still promoting his mini-album “Honey” in China. Albeit the absence of
the three, PH EXO-Ls did not fail to still
showcase their undying love and support for the group.
With the hashtag #EXplOrationinManila dominating the
top spot of worldwide and local social media trends, there is no question as to
how ecstatic PH EXO-Ls are to see EXO in the flesh and see
them perform hits such as “Tempo,” “Love Shot,” “Call Me Baby” and “Growl.”
Whether you’re team #EXplOrationinManila Day 1 or
Day 2, let Globe and the K-mmunity PH relive the best moments of the boys with
their Eris at #EXplOrationinManila.
1.
#TheUltimateStan winners and EXO-Ls
enjoying the K-mmunity PH studio booths
Prior to the two-night concert, Globe and Happee
Hour announced the Search for the Ultimate Stan: EXO Edition on the
K-mmunity PH Facebook group to look for the best EXO-Ls that can complete a set
of challenges. Globe at Home also had a pre-sale raffle for existing
customers of Home Prepaid WiFi and even gave out exclusive merch to lucky stans
for every purchase of Home Prepaid WiFi or Streamwatch Xtreme Prepaid units.
The winners of the Ultimate Stan received a special VIP experience and a tour of the
K-mmunity studio booths, which was opened to the public later on. The Ultimate
Stan winners and the rest of the K-mmunity PH definitely had a blast as they
got to sing and dance to their beloved EXO hits; on top of that, everyone who
signed-up for the K-mmunity Facebook group took home collectible concert pins,
too!
2.
A thrilling opening set
Once the lights and smoke cleared, the six members, clad like speed racers, made their presence felt amidst
the sea of roaring EXO-Ls and started strong with their 2018 title-track dance
hit, “Tempo.” It was immediately followed by a nostalgic dance rendition of
“Transformer,” another chart-topper from their 2015 album EXODUS. EXO capped off their exhilarating opening set
with the spacey retro-funk “Gravity” and electro-pop bob “Sign.”
3.
Powerful solo and sub-unit performances
The K-mmunity had more memorable moments as four EXO
members showcased their prowess as individual performers and the remaining two
performed as the newest sub-unit.
Baekhyun performed a sexy solo of his new release
“UN Village,” where fans got excited as he danced along the lyrics ``…rolling rolling
hills” of the hit song. Suho sent EXO-Ls
into another planet as the group’s leader performed “Been Through” and gave the
fans a peek of his toned torso. The OST King, Chen, made many spectators tear
up as he gave a touching rendition of the ballad “Lights Out.” Kai, EXO’s main
dancer, did a captivating performance of
“Confession,” a song which he co-produced with fellow member Chanyeol. Finally,
the group’s maknae (youngest) Sehun
and rap master Chanyeol debuted on Philippine stage as the newest sub-unit
EXO-SC, and performed their newest songs, “What a Life” and “Closer to You.”
4.
First look at the choreography of EXO’s
new songs
EXO also finally showcased the live performance
choreography of their new songs from the 2018 albums “Don’t Mess Up My Tempo” and “Love
Shot.” From the catchy moves of
“24/7” to the rhythmic steps of “Oasis,” EXO once again proved that they still
are masters of the dance floor.
5.
A classic performance while seated on a
couch
Dressed handsomely in suits, the six members sat on
a couch and gave the K-mmunity memorable performances of their ballads “Falling
for You” and “Wait.”
6.
EXO playing with toys on stage
The boys also entertained the crowd with their
charming antics, such as exchanging banters with one another, playing with the toys thrown on stage, a mini dancing robot, paw-like night slippers, and full-on
pajamas just to name a few. How can the K-mmunity resist? The segment was
filled with fun and laughter!
7.
Fans singing ‘Salamat’ by Yeng
Constantino
During Day 2, while the boys were preparing
backstage for their final set, the sea of EXO-Ls, waved their light sticks and
briefly sang the chorus of Yeng Constantino’s “Salamat” – a touching way to give gratitude to the awesome night
they had with their idols.
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8.
EXO leaving PH EXO-Ls
with smiles on their faces
To cap off the event, each EXO member thanked the
fans for spending those two nights with them and wished them safe journeys on
the way home. Leader Suho said that fans were like “vitamins” to the members.
Chanyeol vowed to return to the country alone and eat baskets of mangoes. Kai
said that the country will always remain close to his heart, and wished that he
can perform a hundred more times for Filipino fans. Sehun hoped that
#EXplOrationinManila was a three-night event so they can create more happy memories;
he even repeatedly mimicked the fans saying “Walang uuwi!” as the group left
the stage.
From a spectacular stage design to overwhelming live
performances, EXO and the K-mmunity created #EXplOrationinManila moments that
they’ll never forget. One thing is for sure: Filipino EXO-Ls will continue
supporting the boys in their future projects and eagerly wait till they and the
boys meet again.
Named the “Kings of
K-Pop,” EXO is a record-breaking nine-member boy group under SM Entertainment.
The South Korean-Chinese boy band debuted in 2012 and is composed of members
Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun. Their first
album XOXO, which featured the breakthrough hit “Growl,” sold over a million
copies and made EXO the best-selling Korean artist in twelve years. Now years
and years into an illustrious career, they are now quintuple million-selling
artists.
With EXO Planet #5
– EXplOration in Manila now in the books, Filipino fans can expect EXO to
produce new chart-toppers in the near future and return to Manila as soon as possible.
For the past two
years, Globe has committed to bring world-class K-Pop entertainment closer to
Filipinos, with huge musical acts like EXO, TWICE, BLACKPINK, Wanna One, and
Super Junior. As the leading digital lifestyle brand of Filipinos, Globe
promises to continue supporting the K-Pop cravings of Filipino fans and stage events
where they can create lasting memories with their idols.
Follow Globe At Home’s official FB page to get your Hallyu fix and join the K-mmunity PH Facebook group for more exclusive promos!
EXO PLANET #5 – EXplOration in Manila was brought to fans by Globe
at Home Prepaid, PULP LIVE World, and SM Entertainment
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