From the iconic budots to the classic SUJU ‘Pajama Party,’ Kangin just made every PH ELFs and Camomile laugh, reminisce, and dance.
2026 is the year of answered manifestations and dreams come true—PH ELFs and Camomiles are witnesses to that! Because after a long period of waiting, Kangin brought good vibes, nostalgia, and a whole lot of unforgettable memories during his 2026 “Stunning Together” Fanmeeting at Skydome, SM North Edsa last January 11.
And whether you were in the venue or not, we just can’t get enough of his effortless funny vibe and genuine love to the fans. So, here’s everything that went down at the ultimate Kangin experience!
Kangin in the flesh
The stage turned dark, the crowd got quiet, and nothing else can be seen aside from the floating sea of sapphire blue gems—until Kangin entered the stage! Suddenly, the SM North Skydome was beaming with roaring cheers and pure love to the person they adore ever since 2005.
Known for his deep, pleasant baritone voice, every note he sang was like a serenade—cuddling fans into a warm embrace. And there, everyone’s reminded of what a vocal legend he truly is.
The event moved on to a chitchat with the host, where Kangin revealed his top Pinoy foods. “Pusit, Halo-halo, Jollibee, Crispy Pata,” he shares, then later asked if anybody maybe brought a crispy pata. That sure gave everyone a unified craving!
Kangin also shared that he earnestly lost 7kg for this fan meeting tour, wanting to be able to spend more quality time with more energy for the fans. Then, the crowd teased him, repeatedly chanting “Pogi!” which he responded “Manloloko! Charot!”—partnered with the Pinoy charot hand sign.
Turning the heat up, Kangin said yes to the trending dance challenges in the Philippines! He was shy at first but later unleashed his innate dancing genes with his sexy, all-out version of “Budots.” He’s got heart, humor, and groove—a total package, indeed!
Later, fans swooned as he revealed why the Philippines is his opening stop of the tour. Remembering such fun memories and the crowd’s lively energy back on their Super Junior Super Show 2 in 2010, it made him want to come back and make new memories together with ELFs.
A stunning reunion
Fan service rose to its peak when Kangin played some games together with the fans. Charades brought out his creative side where he acted out multiple animals, but the crowd’s favorite was when he crawled around then lifted up one of his feet like a peeing dog! The man can act, I’ll tell you that.
And the nine winners received a premium prize—a selfie with Kangin! One by one, they went up the stage with him holding the camera, snapping some shots that will forever hold a special place in their hearts.
Kangin followed it up with his moving performance of “Mientes,” a song he performed last April at Mexico, hoping to bring the same loving sentiment to Manila.
The stunning reunion was nearing its end as Kangin sat down to watch a fan-made video dedicated to this fan meeting and his upcoming birthday on January 17. Feeling touched, he thanked everyone while teasing that every fan in the video was so cute and adorable.
And as for his last song piece, “Love is Pain,” a song that he added last minute to the set list before boarding the plane to Manila, thinking that it will resonate beautifully with Pinoy ELFs and Camomiles.
As the crowd chanted “Encore,” Kangin didn’t disappoint. He performed three more upbeat songs and ended the reunion with a blasting party! The classic Super Junior song “Pajama Party” started playing while colorful confetti showers over our heads. Singing and dancing around, he walked around the venue while handling roses to the fans.
A full circle moment
As fans picked up confetti from the ground, it was time for the Hi-bye segment. Everyone flashed their biggest smile, posed heart with one hand and held a camera with the other, making sure to document their precious face-to-face moment with him. It was brief but unforgettable.
And as we exited the stage and received our Kangin photocard from the staff, containing our happiness and exhilaration within was more difficult than ever. The fan meeting was a full circle moment where Kangin and Pinoy ELFs fulfilled their decade-long promise to one another.
Kangin’s comeback here in the Philippines was no ordinary one. It’s a testament that no matter how long or how many obstacles in between, true love will persist and will always find a way to revisit, recreate, and revive the stunning reason why we fell in love in the first place.
Words by Ghilieah Valeska Tabbada
Photos by Christian Melanie Lee for Manila Concert Junkies