A heartwarming scene was shared by the famous Pinoy singer Darren Espanto in his Instagram post on Tuesday, November 7. He shared a photo with a K-pop idol at the ON Festival OFF: Manila held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City in October.
This music festival was a celebration of Filipino and Korean music, where renowned Korean acts like Suho, and Seori, and indie bands like Wave to Earth and Melomance showcased their talents. The lineup also included popular Pinoy acts such as Darren, Adie, Moira Dela Torre, and Ben&Ben.
Suho, a member of the well-known K-pop group EXO, entertained the audience with songs like Let’s Love, Grey Suit, Self-Portrait, and a cheerful EXO medley, among others. He also didn’t hesitate to inform the Pinoy crowd that EXO would return to the Philippines “as soon as possible.”
That evening was special for K-pop and OPM (Original Pinoy Music) fans, as it showcased the unity and collaboration between the two cultures. With famous artists from both countries coming together, the audience united in joy and harmony through music.
The Pinoy singer and K-pop idol showed that music is a universal language that fosters unity among people from different cultures. The event provided an opportunity for the audience to experience different genres of music and understand the importance of collaboration and unity.
At ON Festival OFF: Manila, the artists who performed proved that music is a language without boundaries. It demonstrated that music is a powerful means to bring happiness, hope, and unity to people’s hearts.
This event was a great opportunity for Filipinos and Koreans to come together and celebrate their differences while paying tribute to the power of music in bringing joy and hope to each person’s life. Over time, ON Festival OFF: Manila will serve as an inspiration for the next generation of singers and listeners.