Veteran actress Janice De Belen had an unforgettable experience when she attended South Korean star Song Joong Ki’s fan meet in Manila. Taking to Instagram, Janice posted a series of photos from the event, expressing her excitement and joy. Among the photos was a heartwarming moment where Song Joong Ki presented her with flowers and gave her a warm hug on stage.
In her caption, Janice gushed about the experience, calling it an “amazing night” and sharing that she never expected to share the stage with her longtime celebrity crush. She mentioned the unexpected bonus of receiving a bouquet and multiple hugs from her favorite Korean actor, highlighting how much the moment meant to her.
Janice revealed that she became a fan of Song Joong Ki after watching the hit K-drama Descendants of the Sun. She credited the series and his performance with helping her recover emotionally following the loss of her mother. The show, she explained, gave her comfort during a particularly difficult time in her life.
The actress described the fan meet as a significant event, saying it was monumental for her personally. She even joked about managing not to cry or faint despite the overwhelming emotions she felt from the encounter. Her gratitude and admiration for Joong Ki were evident in every word she wrote.
Song Joong Ki’s Manila fan meet, held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, marked his first in the country. The actor gained massive popularity for his role as Captain Yoo Shi Jin in Descendants of the Sun and has since starred in several acclaimed productions like Space Sweepers, Vincenzo, A Werewolf Boy, and Reborn Rich. He also made a cameo in Queen of Tears in 2024.
Outside of his acting career, Song Joong Ki is married to Katy Louise Saunders, and they have two children together. His growing fan base in the Philippines, including enthusiastic supporters like Janice De Belen, shows the powerful reach of Korean drama and how it continues to touch hearts across
cultures.