Filipino HIYILYs had plenty of reasons to fall for Hwang In Youp all over again when the South Korean actor returned to Manila for his To You fan meeting on October 31, 2026.
Held at the New Frontier Theater and presented by L-Squared Productions, the event turned Halloween night into a memorable reunion between the actor and his Filipino supporters.
From romantic scenes with lucky fans to playful conversations about Filipino food, In Youp made sure the evening offered something special for everyone in the audience.
The 35-year-old actor also opened up about his upcoming projects and his personal connection to the Philippines, where he spent part of his younger years studying.
For those who missed the event, here are seven moments that made Hwang In Youp's To You Manila fan meeting worth remembering.
1. He made Filipino fans feel like they were on a K-drama date.
One of the biggest highlights of the evening was the "3-Minute Date" segment, which gave three randomly selected fans the opportunity to act out romantic scenarios with In Youp.
Each participant was assigned a different setting: a sunset date in Boracay, a reunion with an old friend on a rooftop, and a secret office romance.
With In Youp playing along through romantic expressions and affectionate gestures, the audience had plenty of reasons to scream.
The lucky participants also got to take Polaroid photos with the actor, giving them a personal souvenir from their three-minute encounter.
The segment brought some of the familiar magic of Korean romance dramas into the theater.
For the fans watching, imagining themselves in those scenarios was practically part of the experience.
2. He brought out his dancing and singing skills.
In Youp has earned recognition for his acting, particularly through his role as Han Seo-jun in the hit Korean drama True Beauty.
However, his Manila fan meeting gave audiences another glimpse of his entertainment skills.
He performed dance covers of "Stop Stop It" by GOT7 and "Ice Cream," originally performed by TXT member Yeonjun.
He also revisited one of his most recognizable moments from True Beauty by recreating the dance to "Okey Dokey" by Mino and Zico.
The performance prompted an enthusiastic response from fans who remembered the scene that helped make Han Seo-jun a fan favorite.
For the musical portion, In Youp sang "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" and "Promise," a soundtrack from the Netflix series Can This Love Be Translated?
His song choices gave the audience another reason to cheer, especially when the familiar tunes brought back memories of his previous screen appearances.
3. He showed how much he loves Filipino food.
In Youp's fondness for the Philippines also extends to its food, as he revealed during one of the evening's conversations.
Among his favorites are Jollibee and halo-halo.
He even expressed his hope that the popular Filipino fast-food chain would open a branch in South Korea.
His appreciation for Filipino food also extends to his staff, who reportedly look forward to having Jollibee whenever they visit the country.
Before the fan meeting, In Youp had also stopped by a nearby store to purchase pasalubong, including banana chips.
Although he enjoys street food, the actor admitted that he had yet to try some Filipino favorites, such as kwek-kwek and balut.
He also shared a fun idea about his retirement plans.
If he eventually steps away from acting, he would like to open a ramyun restaurant in South Korea.
He even entertained the possibility of establishing a branch in the Philippines, much to the audience's delight.
4. He expressed interest in starring in a Filipino television series.
Perhaps one of the most exciting revelations of the evening was In Youp's interest in working on a Filipino production.
Having spent part of his childhood studying in Davao City, the actor has a personal connection to the country.
He expressed his desire to take on an acting project set in the Philippines and even mentioned ABS-CBN as a production company he would be interested in working with.
"My original school was from here, and if there is an opportunity to do a drama where I can wear a Filipino-style school uniform and go to the same high school as the girl in my class, I think that would be very special," he said.
The possibility of seeing In Youp in a Filipino school-set drama naturally sparked excitement among the audience.
For longtime supporters, the idea also brings his personal history with the country into the picture.
A project set in the Philippines would allow him to revisit a familiar part of his life through a new acting experience.
5. He gave fans a glimpse of his upcoming villain role.
The fan meeting also offered an update on In Youp's next television project, Human X Gumiho.
The upcoming fantasy series will feature him alongside Ji Chang Wook and Jun Ji Hyun.
It will also mark his first time portraying a villain, giving fans something different to look forward to.
When In Youp mentioned Ji Chang Wook, the audience responded with particularly loud cheers.
The actor noticed the reaction and playfully asked why the crowd was so excited.
He also admitted that he could get jealous before sharing his admiration for Ji Chang Wook, whom he considers one of his role models.
In Youp then cheekily described himself as an "all eyes on me" kind of man, drawing another round of laughter and cheers.
He also shared how much effort he had put into preparing for his new role.
"I really wanted to show you the new side of me, so I really worked out super hard," he said.
6. He made sure more fans got their special moment with him.
The interaction did not end with the three-minute dates.
During a quiz segment, attendees had to answer questions about In Youp's personal preferences by choosing between two options.
Those who answered incorrectly had to sit down until only a few participants remained standing.
Although the game was initially set to determine a single winner, In Youp decided to give all nine remaining participants a special treat.
He invited them onstage and took photos with each fan.
He also gave each of them a hug, turning the segment into another memorable experience for those who made it to the final round.
The program also included raffle draws, group photo sessions, and a hi-touch event, giving more attendees opportunities to interact with the actor.
7. His message reminded fans why their support matters.
Beyond the performances and playful exchanges, one of the evening's most meaningful moments came when In Youp spoke about the relationship he shares with his supporters.
He acknowledged that the fan meeting would eventually end, and everyone would return to their respective routines.
He hoped, however, that his work and actions would continue to give fans a reason to support him.
"As I also said during my fan meeting in Korea, all of you will leave this venue later and go back to your daily lives, and I will continue being the person and actor that I am. I hope to be someone you will never be ashamed of supporting and loving," he said.
He also gave fans a promise that suggested another reunion could be possible.
"With no joke, if you keep looking for me, I can come back here anytime," In Youp told the audience.
He then jokingly added, "If not, it's fine," making the crowd laugh.
The evening concluded with his performance of "Promise."
Before singing, he explained the meaning behind the song and its connection to the drama Can This Love Be Translated?
“The meaning of the drama is that even if we have different languages, if we have the same feelings, we can love each other,” he said.
Even after the official program ended, In Youp found another opportunity to greet his supporters.
Fans gathered near the venue's parking exit received an unexpected farewell when the actor stepped out of his van to wave and smile at them.
For In Youp, returning to Manila carried a personal significance because the Philippines was where he spent part of his formative years.
"You know, this is the place where I grew up, where I studied, and where I developed myself as a person. So, it is very meaningful for me to be here tonight," he told the audience.
And for the HIYILYs who spent Halloween celebrating their favorite actor, his "To You" fan meeting gave them plenty of memories to take home until his next visit.