LEE MIN HO Celebrates SM65 with SMDC

The good guys from SMDC (SM Development Corporation) celebrated SM's 65th Year with the one and only Asian superstar Lee Min Ho. At the SMX Convention Center, patrons of SMDC, executives, guests and media were treated to an evening with the good looking guy through several interactive games, and SMDC property laden promotions throughout the show. They also showcased properties like Glam, Gold, Sands and Sail.

The event was also hosted by Sam Oh, so the conversation with Lee Min Ho was quite nice since she could translate fast and connect with Tagalog during the interview portion. Though trying to be formal, she was a tad fangirling with Lee Min Ho, she couldn't help it because he was just that good looking.

SMDC President Jose Mari Banzon went up the stage and welcomed everyone then said "To our investors, media partners and guests, good evening. We are celebrating something special, the 65th anniversary of SM and the birthday of Henry Sy Sr. We are thrilled to share to be the Developer of the Year this 2023. In our newest campaign step into luxury, we put in the forefront the premium designs, and our endorser Lee Min Ho. Let us build dreams, thank you and enjoy the evening!"

Lee Min Ho on the Up Close and Personal portion said "I am excited to be here, after we all survived the pandemic I can see you in person now. It's an honor for me to be part of this brand SMDC, they've been in the business for 65 years and that says a lot. Of course having a dream home means we work with people that are professionals, that's SMDC."

Here are snippets from the event last night. Thank you to SMDC for letting us cover Lee Min Ho's tour in Manila. It's super fun to see him enjoy the intimate evening with not just SMDC patrons, but his fans who have loved him for years. Good thing is he acknowledges that, and he knows the same people who supported him since he was promoting Boys Over Flowers back in the days are still the same ones in the event. Can't wait to see him in new projects which he teased a bit in the program. Be back in the Philippines soon LMH!

Lee Min Ho's Gangnam Blues

Watched the premier of Gangnam Blues this evening and I'm literally writing this right after we went out of the theater. It's premier was shown in a special theater called Sine Asia that will only be seen in select SM Cinemas.  

They tagalized the whole film and it was quite long at approximately 2 and a 1/2 hours long of how the Gangnam district came about. Although characters and situations were fictitious, I think there's a huge connection between this film and how Gangnam is being perceived by the South Koreans today. Anyway, Lee Min Ho was absolutely brilliant. His co star too. I won't suggest this be seen by teens and think this should have had at least an R rating. There are body parts seen, like you know.

Anyway, this Sine Asia project of SM and Viva International would really be a good venue to see more Asian films from Thailand, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong and Taiwan. This premiere was a huge success and of course, I think the fans loved it a lot. It's PG 16 right now and if your parents come with you, you should watch it. Do not watch this without adult supervision. 

The other films lined up though especially the one by Chow Yun Fat was really funny, I'd watch that too. As for watching Gangnam Blues, it's totally worth it. A bit tragic though. I don't wanna spoil anything so I'm a little careful now.

Thank me later!

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Lee Min Ho for Kyo Chon Philippines

I love Korean Fried Chicken. It's the way they prepare it, the way they cook the chicken and the way they have their endorsers here in the Philippines. The brand is currently expanding aggressively in the country but has almost a 1000 stores in Korea. It looks like Pinoys are now being more adventurous when it comes to food, and they see us as a huge market. Basically, they're just giving us what we want!

They're already in the USA, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and USA. Kyo Chon wants us to have the healthiest fried chicken possible so they're using the freshest ingredients, healthy canola oil, and brush those wings, thighs, legs with their special sauce before frying to perfection, no rush so they get the full flavor. They don't use MSG too which is a good thing, if they're chickens taste good already without that, imagine how painstakingly they do it in the kitchen to make it this good.

I wasn't able to go to this event because of other commitments but I wasn't going to let this pass because as we know, Lee Min Ho is here! I got my Minoz friend to take photos of the event, so if you enjoy Kyo Chon's food, you'll even enjoy their endorser, right Oppa?!

The event was also hosted by Sam Oh

Seen in this photo is San Juan Vice Mayor Francis Zamora, Ms. Keri Zamora and their son.

Executives from Kyochon, from Philippines and in Korea

Some lucky fans got the chance to meet and greet Lee Min Ho, and his body guards of course!

Lee Min Ho being congratulated by Kyo Chon Executives for his successful show in the Philippines.

I loved the part where he said he missed us and bid good evening to everyone in Filipino!

Then he had to say good bye, and he'll be returning soon!

Lee Min Ho will also be starring in Gangnam Blues that will be shown on theaters tagalized since Viva and SM has co produced its release here. Watch it in specialty Asian Theaters in major SM Malls come March. Aside from that, he'll still be endorsing a lot of products in the Philippines and perhaps we're all going to have a chance to meet him in a bigger gathering real soon. I hope the Minoz find this one exciting reason to go to Kyo Chon Restaurants in Metro Manila. Come and get the best Korean Fried Chicken which they warn is highly addictive. 

Hope you also enjoyed the photos of Lee Min Ho while he's here in the Philippines. I'd like to credit the photos to my friend Karen, a full blooded Minoz who took the time to go to Greenhills and cover for me. She wants to stay anonymous I guess but really, THANK YOU! 

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SMLEI and Viva Brings SineAsia!

Filipinos love movies. We've been watching Hollywood films since the first world war and we haven't let down since. With the age of television and the internet, we have grown quite close to our neighbors liking to Asian films. Those that come from South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan and other Asian countries are pretty much the flavor these past few years. SM Lifestyle Entertainment Inc and Viva International Pictures knows how much you like it and they're bringing these sought after Asian films much closer to your communities through SM Cinema theaters. They call it SineAsia Theater.

In grand ceremonies at Shangrila Chinese Restaurant in Quezon City, executives from SMLEI and Viva International Pictures including Mr. Hans Sy, Mr. Vic Del Rosario and Mr. Edgar Tejero officially signed the contract for the creation of SineAsia. This is the start of the synergy of two entertainment giants in order to bring Tagalized Asian films into movie houses nationwide!

The movies such as Lee Min Ho's Gangnam Blues will be the official attraction in the grand launch. It already earned 7.6 Million dollars on its first week and will also preview with other films like From Vegas to Macau (starring Chow Yun Fat), Once Upon A Time in Shanghai, SPL2, Mourning Grave, My Love My Bride and Rise of the Legend among others. SMLEI already is dedicating one theater in SM Megamall, SM Sta. Mesa, SM Fairview, SM Iloilo, SM Bacoor, SM Cebu, SM Manila and SM North Edsa. 

Now there's more reason to watch BIGGER, BETTER and NEVER BEFORE SEEN movies that Pinoys from all walks of life would surely enjoy! Remember, it's Lee Min Ho on the grand launch this March 4, 2015. Even the ladies during the event were screaming at the sight of him talking in Tagalog, so just imagine when it shows on Theaters nationwide! 

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Bench Presents: Lee Min Ho - "My Everything" World Tour Concert!

I'm sure you have probably been waiting for this for a long time now. It's a lot so I couldn't really put it all into one post. I think I found the solution by putting it into a slide show. Hope you love these photos as Ive been painstakingly editing them these past few days. This experience wouldn't be possible without our good friends from Bench, the global lifestyle brand. I'm so happy they have been able to get us first dibs into the best shows, events and launches just as long as it involves your favorite Benchsetters. Thank you also to all the Minoz who has been sternly supporting our live tweet coverages these past few days. Thank you also for sharing your photos with me so a lot of other Minoz could get to catch what you've experienced during the show.

It started with cute songs and some small dance numbers. He also shared in the small interview his favorite Line character. He also paid attention to those who are in the patron seats on second and third rows... which he always waved at during the concert. He told us his favorite Filipino dishes and I've been eating them since yesterday LOL. He also gave fans lots of prizes! Best of all, he gave them hugs too! He promised that he'll come back probably to take a vacation and tour around the city. He hopes to see you guys real soon.

For what it's worth, I was so tired but this is Lee Min Ho. I'm sure if you guys were in my position you would do the same. I hope for those who weren't able to go to his concert, this sort of give you a glimpse of what transpired during the show. For those who were in the concert, isn't it just amazing to reminisce? To think about how he made us all happy while he stayed in Manila these past few days. 

Thank you Bench for hooking us up and getting some of my followers tickets to the show.

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BENCH presents: LEE MIN HO "My Everything" Press Conference

This is actually my second time seeing him this near and mind I tell you he's got almost creamy flawless skin. I've never seen anyone this smooth, this approachable and appreciative at the same time. Oppa was a delight to hear while being interviewed. He was a little tired but he didn't show it. It started a little bit rough on the venue because everyone wanted to see him, take shots of him and videos too. So imagine the throng of people fighting their way in the front so they could do this. Yes, I'm part of that crowd too. It was hard, but I know I've got to at least give you what you wanted to see. Did you catch my live tweets? :) You should check @kumagcow on Twitter because I covered pretty much everything. But here's an even better treat for you guys.

I had problems where I had to take shots. See this crowd? This isn't even half of it.

Then when everyone was settled... he came in... of course I've heard screams!

He immediately said hi to everyone and proceeded to his seat in the middle for the interview. He waved a lot to his fans and to the media. He was a little tired I think from the trip but he kept smiling all throughout the interview. He inaugurated the building, this was held on the 21st floor of the new BENCH TOWER. =)

Don't you guys just want to melt every time he smiles like this?? =)

Sam Oh of ETC hosted the program. She was fun and bubbly. She made it easy for Lee Min Ho to get settled and the conversation was fun. 

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