Filipino NCTzens fans are already looking forward to K-pop boy group NCT's next visit to the Philippines.
But in the meantime, they can immerse themselves in the joy of the group's pop-up exhibit in the country called NCT Home in the Philippines.
For K-Pop newcomers, NCT is a group under SM Entertainment consisting of 19 talented members, namely Jungwoo, Haechan, Xiaojun, Hendery, Yangyang, Jaehyun, Kun, Jeno, Doyoung, Chenle, Jisung, Ten, Renjun, Jaemin, Mark, Yuta, Taeyong, Johnny, and Taeil.
After its successful debut in South Korea, the Philippines becomes the second country to host the exhibit.
The original setup by SM Entertainment in Seoul earlier this year has been meticulously replicated by Next in Line Entertainment, ensuring that Filipino fans can enjoy the same captivating experience witnessed in South Korea.
The pop-up exhibit is currently hosted at Megatrade Hall 2 of SM Megamall in Mandaluyong until August 17, 2023.
The tickets to the NCT Home event in the Philippines are priced at PHP1,350. Interested attendees can find and purchase these tickets via ncthomeph.com.
Here's everything you need to know about the event and an inside look at NCT Home in the Philippines.
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NCT HOME IN THE PHILIPPINES: INCLUSIONS AND FREEBIES
The ticket package encompasses a one-hour exhibit admission, a physical NCT Home ticket, a commemorative NCT Home event souvenir card, an NCT Home poster flyer, a guest wristband (color varies depending on the time slots), an NCT Home loyalty card, and exclusive access to in-exhibit offerings and official merchandise.
Additionally, fans have the chance to participate in a thrilling photo card pull activity.
Each ticket includes a Phillippine-exclusive photo card, allowing fans to indulge in the excitement of randomly selecting their special keepsake.
NCT HOME: FULL TOUR
The ticketing area resembles a lively bus stop, leaving fans with the sensation of arriving in NCT's neighborhood.
The surroundings were adorned with posters of the group, and large screens played their captivating music videos, adding to the excitement and ambiance of the space.
For fans arriving earlier than their scheduled exhibit slot, they have the opportunity to explore the displays in this area and the waiting area behind it.
A diorama showcasing the entire exhibit has been set up behind the bus stop, along with individual posters featuring each member of the group.
Upon entering the exhibit, visitors are welcomed by the front yard, where a half basketball court has been installed.
Fans have the delightful opportunity to try their hand at shooting hoops, just like the members of the group who share a passion for basketball.
Furthermore, the area features LED screens displaying portraits of each member.
There is also a stamp area in this section of the exhibit. The stamps on display feature the authentic autographs of each member.
Fans can enjoy a delightful experience trying out the stamps on the back of the provided free poster.
Here's the front door of NCT Home in the Philippines.
Upon entering their "residence," you'll get meet NCT's pop-up mascot, a golden retriever named Rocco.
The living area of the exhibit offers a nunber of exciting activities for fans to enjoy.
Among them are the claw machines, which provide fans with a chance to test their skills and win exciting prizes.
However, it's important to note that these machines require separate payments to participate in the fun-filled challenge.
Additionally, there's a dedicated table for board games, providing plenty of fun-filled options for fans to engage in playful activities during their visit
These spots provide a perfect opportunity for fans to take memorable photos.
The exhibit showcases mugs representing each group member, with some personally signed by the members themselves.
Also in this section, fans can enjoy trying their hand at mini-golf and foosball.
Fans can also indulge in a game of billiards for free or simply relax and enjoy watching videos of the members projected on the screen.
The bar area remains a fan-favorite, featuring a video projection with each member offering heartfelt greetings like "happy birthday" and more.
A shelf in the living area proudly showcases some of the group's albums, allowing fans to admire and appreciate the musical journey of NCT.
The second part of the exhibit showcases a hallway with two distinct displays on each side.
On one side, fans can enjoy interactive posters, where they have the unique opportunity to control the reactions of each member themselves using different finger gestures.
With just a few taps, you can make your favorite NCT member smile, wink, open their mouth, turn left, right, up, down, or even do a cute pout.
The other side showcases the members' clothing, safely encased and accompanied by pictures of them wearing each outfit.
The subsequent room resembles a cozy "bedroom" ambiance, complete with a starry ceiling, bunk beds, and comfortable lounging areas.
A projector plays delightful footage of the members engaged in a playful pillow fight and enjoying themselves with a telescope.
The last section boasts a delightful "Home Party" themed backyard, creating a picnic-like ambiance.
Visitors can unwind on bean bags while delighting in never-before-seen interviews of the members. Additionally, a stamp area awaits the fans.
Visitors can explore the MD Zone, where a wide array of Philippine-exclusive merchandise is available for purchase.
Towards the end of the exhibit, you'll find Photoism booths. For just P400, you can have a four-cut photo and a downloadable video featuring the member of your choice, making it a memorable souvenir to cherish.
