Are you ready to relive the Thai events in Manila in 2024? This year, Manila has been a top destination for Thai icons. Here’s a recap of fan meetings, concerts, press conferences, movie screenings, and other special events headlined by Thai artists, be it BL actors, bands, singers, GL actresses, or celebrities.
This piece highlights moments that turned every fan’s dream into reality, making their day the best of the best. Whether you attended or are hearing about these events for the first time, this summary will also walk you through the finest of 2024’s Thai entertainment scene. Here’s a list of Thai events in Manila where fans can be themselves, enjoy their favorite artist’s music, and see them up close:
MaxNat Naughty Babe First Fanmeeting in Manila
January 20 | SM Skydome
Max and Nat, the beloved Thai BL on-screen couple from the hit series “Cutie Pie” and “Naughty Babe,” returned to Manila on January 20, 2024, for their first solo fan meeting. The event, titled “Naughty Babe First Fanmeeting in Manila,” was filled with heartwarming interactions, playful moments, and unforgettable performances. The passionate Filipino Heartdisks showered the pair with love and support and in return, MaxNat even prepared a special performance of “Hanap-Hanap” by James Reid and Nadine Lustre.
Asian Television Awards
January 10-11 | Ho Chi Minh City
Though held at the Hoa Binh Theatre in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, the 28th Asian Television Awards featured Thai stars, honoring their talent and contributions to the Asian entertainment industry. The event showcased performances from Filipino singer and host Zephanie Dimaranan, South Korean girl group X:IN, Vietnam’s musical sensation Hoàng My An, Malaysian star Wani Kayrie, and singers Nunuca and Alvin Joe. This is also one of Oppa is Life’s major events this year as we were part of the media parters for the said event.
On a night filled with glitz and glamour, Thailand’s Tu Tontawan clinched the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for her performance in “10 Years Ticket.” Other standout nominees included the Thai Boys’ Love (BL) series “Moonlight Chicken,” which was nominated for the Best Drama Series award, and the Thai series “Enigma,” recognized for Best Cinematography (Drama or Fiction).
The ceremony drew an impressive crowd of phenomenal artists from across Asia, including South Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, India, and Vietnam. These artists gathered to celebrate their achievements and recognize Thai media’s contributions to Asian entertainment. With participants from several countries, the 28th Asian Television Awards brought the cultural richness of Asian entertainment more alive.
Luvcon 2024
February 10 | SM Skydome
LUVCON 2024, held on February 10 at SM Skydome, was an electrifying event that set hearts aflame in the month of love. Fans from the Philippines gathered to experience top-tier performances by some of Thailand’s most talented artists. Boy Sompob made the crowd feel every emotion as he sang nostalgic Thai BL OSTs, making fans reminisce about their favorite BL ships and series.
Meanwhile, Three Man Down filled the venue with not just the pulse of their voice but also the pulse of their drums and guitars. Next, Boss Chaikamon created a dance party vibe and had the audience grooving as he performed BTS Jungkook’s hit “Seven.” Male duo Tale tugged at the crowd’s heartstrings with the Filipino heartbreak song “Imahe” by Magnus Haven.
Tilly Birds brought the night to a close and stirred a whirlwind of emotions as they performed their hit songs about love, longing, and heartbreak. It was a night where music spoke louder than words, and that’s the power that Thai music could bring.
Win Metawin Mall Tour
April 1 | Glorietta
Thai heartthrob “Win” Metawin Opas-iamkajorn charmed Filipino fans during a special mall tour for his film “Under Parallel Skies” on April 1, 2024. The back-to-back events at SM Mall of Asia and Glorietta Activity Center were part of the promotion of the first international project by 28 Squared Studios, starring Win Metawin and Filipina actress Janella Salvador.
During the tour, Win assured fans that “Under Parallel Skies” was a film everyone could enjoy. He praised his co-star, Janella, for her professionalism and great acting, which made their scenes together feel natural and comfortable. Win also shared his love for Filipino food and his joy at meeting his fans again, expressing how happy he was to return to the Philippines.
Under Parallel Skies Premiere Gala
April 16 | SM Megamall
The much-anticipated Filipino-produced film “Under Parallel Skies” made a dazzling debut at its premiere gala. The event was graced by the film’s star-studded cast, including the captivating lead stars, Thai actor “Win” Metawin Opas-iamkajorn, and Filipina actress Janella Salvador, who brought their undeniable chemistry to the screen. The film is now available on Netflix as well.
Love Senior Fanmeeting
April 27 | Music Museum
The Love Senior Fanmeeting in Manila, held on April 27, 2024, at Teatrino Promenade, Greenhills, brought the cast of Love Senior, Star Hunter Entertainment’s first-ever girls’ love (GL) series, to the Philippines. Main leads Anda Anunta and Lookkaew Kamollak, along with co-stars Noon Thunyapat and Praewa Putticha, who are also members of the Thai pop girl group COSMOS, performed the series’ OST “You Get Lucky.” The cast also entertained fans by dancing to Filipino hit songs, including “Gento” by SB19 and “Pantropiko” by BINI.
The Sign Fanmeeting
May 11 | SM Skydome
Deep Into The Ocean: The Sign Fanmeeting at the SM Skydome on May 11, 2024, was nothing short of spectacular as the stars of the Thai series “The Sign” made their way to Manila to meet their Filipino fans. With their thrilling performances, games, and endearing interactions with fans, Billy Patchanon Ounsa-ard (Phaya), Babe Tanatat Ingphochai (Tharn), Heng Asavarid (Chalothorn), Pinitkanjanapun (Surprise) (Singha), Tack Phongsakorn Sukiang (Khem), and Poom Nuttapart Tuntistinchai (Thongthai) from Idol Factory brought the house down.
But the excitement didn’t stop there. The Idol Factory CEO also held a Fan Signing before the Fan Meet started. During the last portion of the event, the cast stunned the audience in barong Tagalog and performed Christian Bautista’s OPM hit “The Way You Look at Me.” To top it all off, they created a truly magical moment by flying paper planes onstage while singing.
Gulf Kanawut in Singapore
May 31 | Capitol Theatre
Singapore’s fan community was buzzing with excitement as Thai superstar “Gulf” Kanawut Traipipattanapong, known for his role in the popular Thai Boys’ Love (BL) series “TharnType,” hosted his Gulf Kanawut first fan meeting at the Capitol Theatre on May 31, 2024.
The moment Gulf stepped on stage, cheers from his fans, known as PhiBalls, filled the venue. Gulf kicked off the evening with his original song “Why You So Serious?” He then engaged the audience in a Q&A session, answering fan questions and reading messages. The actor was also surprised to find fans from other sides of the world attending his fan meeting, including Ireland and Canada.
Between song performances, Gulf played games with fans onstage, with winners getting to take Polaroid photos with him. Fans also shared a special video to express their love and appreciation. As the night drew to a close, Gulf thanked his fans for making his first Singapore fan meeting a success and promised to return soon.
Pitbabe 1st Fanmeeting in Manila
June 22 | SM Skydome
SM Skydome was filled with excitement for the “Pit Babe Asia Tour: Love’s Journey” last June 22 with fans from across the Philippines coming to see the cast of the hit Thai BL series “Pit Babe” at their very first-ever fan meeting in Manila.
Our Pit Babe crew starring Pavel, Poohl, Poni, Sailub, Ping, Garfield, Michael, Lee, TopTen, Pop, Benz, and Nut began the night with a heart-stopping “Speed of Love” performance in their hot racing outfits. The evening culminated when Pavel, on behalf of the Pit Babe crew, thanked all of their Filipino fans for coming to their fan meeting and for showing their love and support. (Related Read: Pit Babe Asia Tour in Manila Press Conference)
GMMTV Fanday 13 (OffGun and PondPhuwin)
July 6 | SM Skydome
Filipino Pangponds and Babiis kicked off their month of July with GMMTV Fan Day 13 in Manila, featuring back-to-back fan meetings and a fan sign activity with OffGun and PondPhuwin on July 6, 2024, at the SM Skydome. The stars created “kulitan” moments with the crowd. PondPhuwin joined in on the viral challenge, performing a snippet of the Thai hit song “Hit Me Up” by Timethai, while OffGun briefly took part in the viral “Pantropiko” challenge from Filipino girl group BINI.
MilkLove Fanmeeting
July 20 | SM Skydome
The “MilkLove 1st Fan Meeting in Manila” on July 20, 2024, at the SM Skydome in Manila brought together Thai actresses “Milk” Pansa Vosbein and “Love” Pattranite Limpatiyakorn, stars of GMMTV’s first girls’ love (GL) series, 23.5. MilkLove participated in fun Filipino childhood games like Jackstone and Jolens, with playful punishments for their losses. They also danced to the viral TikTok dance challenge “Emergency Budots.”
What The Frank (Frank Thanatsarat)
July 21 | Benilde Maison De La Salle
For his first visit to Manila, Thai actor Frank Thanatsarat warmly greeted fans during the “Frank Thanatsarat 1st Fan Convention in Manila” at Hotel Benilde Manila on July 21, 2024. He performed a dance to Taemin’s “Guilty” and sang the Filipino song “PANO” by Zack Tabudlo. The event also featured Thai concessionaires and booths with food, clothing, and Thai merchandise, alongside other Thai fan clubs.
Taklee x Genesis Advance Screening
Sept 17 | SM Megamall
Fans flocked to SM Megamall Cinema 2 on September 18, 2024, for the advance screening of Taklee Genesis: Worlds Collide. The action-packed event featured the Thai sci-fi epic, starring Punlapa Margaret Taylor, also known as Paula Taylor, a Thai actress, model, and presenter of British descent, and “War” Wanarat Ratsameerat, a Thai Boys’ Love (BL) actor known for his role in Love Mechanics. War’s fan club was present to show their strong support, handing out freebies to the attendees. Other fan clubs also joined the celebration.
Two Worlds Fanmeeting
September 14 | Teatrino Promenade
The cast of Two Worlds the Series, “Max” Kornthas Rujeerattanavorapan, “Nat” Natasitt Uareksit, “Gun” Thapanawat Kaewbumrung, “Mon” Taechin Phaisanwan, and “Pak” Chavitpong Pusomjitsakul, lit up Teatrino Promenade for their Destiny of Love: Two Worlds Fan Meeting in Manila 2024.
Held on September 14, 2024, the event kicked off with a live performance of the Two Worlds OST, followed by greetings in Filipino from the cast. The boys then interacted with the crowd through games and performances, including Gun’s surprise cover of the Filipino song “PANO” by Zack Tabudlo. Max and Nat also performed the Thai hit song “I Like You The Most” by Ponchet. The event concluded with a fan project and a rendition of the Filipino song “Palagi” by TJ Monterde.
Last Twilight Fanmeeting
UP Theater | October 12
The stars of the Thai boys’ love (BL) series Last Twilight, ‘Jimmy’ Jitaraphol Potiwihok and ‘Sea’ Tawinan Anukoolprasert, returned to Manila on October 12, 2024, for their Last Twilight Fan Meeting in Manila held at the UP Theater. JimmySea’s fans, known as Nomnoms, cheered as Jimmy and Sea performed the OST “Better Days” and their solo hits, “Blame the Stars (Mhok Version)” and “Come Closer.” Special guest ‘William’ Jakrapatr Kaewpanpong also took the stage, performing Last Twilight’s OST, “ภาพสุดท้าย / P̣haph sudthay.” As confetti rained down, sparkling in the lights, JimmySea promised to return to Manila soon.
FortPeat Love Sea Fanmeeting
November 9 | Music Museum
For their second visit to Manila, “Fort” Thitipong Sengngai and “Peat” Wasuthorn Chaijindar, stars of the Thai boys’ love (BL) series Love Sea, held their first solo fan meeting, Love Sea 1st Fan Meeting in Manila, on November 9, 2024 at Music Museum. FortPeat’s fans, known as BabyFeats, showered the couple with love as they performed their original songs, “Tongrak” and “Daydreamer.” The couple also visited Manila previously for the Seasons of Love in the Air Fanmeeting.
The night also featured special appearances by Love Sea’s girls’ love (GL) couple, ‘Chanya’ Amarit Duval and Aya Orapan, who performed in Filipino traditional attire. FortPeat sang the Filipino song “Mahal na Mahal Kita” by Sam Concepcion, while ‘Chanya’ and ‘Aya’ performed the Filipino hit “Huwag Muna Tayong Umuwi” by the Filipino girl group BINI.
Sailub Pon Benz Garfield FM
November 23 | Teatrino Promenade
This Love Doesn’t Have Long Beans stars Sailub, Pon, Benz, and Garfield known as “Krapao Gang” met their Filipino Fans for the 2nd time for their 1st Fan Meeting in Manila last November 23 At Teatrino Promenade, Greenhills, San Juan.
They performed their OSTs “Stop”, “No Lies”, and “You Fill My Heart”, which had a Q & portion like how they feel portraying a role of a Chef, Rich Guy, Physical Therapist, etc. They also played games like eating the apple in pairs, making Halo-Halo, and also did interaction with some of the Filipino Fans. For the last portion, they sang “Panalangin” by Apo Hiking Society.
Special thanks to Wish Us Luck, Asian Television Awards, 28 Squared Production, Three Angels Production, CDM Entertainment, Buzzin’ Queer, SLAM Events, and Warner Bros for the media invitations.
