Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Beyond the Stage: Discovering Bulacan with Enhypen

“I still firmly believe, we can still meet, we will connect, no matter what.” - Jake of Enhypen

 

A shot that signifies the ending inside 
the arena. Snip by Richell Tupas on 03/01/25
Bulacan, a province north of Manila, is a treasure trove of history, nature, and warm hospitality. ENHYPEN's concert gave me a reason to took a glimpse into this rich tapestry.  I have never imagine myself immersing and strolling alone through lush rice paddies while feeling the scent of freshly tilled earth filling the air. I remember myself securing a ticket without the knowledge on how to go to Bulacan and what should I expect there. Now, I am just laughing it off whenever I remember it because I didn’t expect for me to survive that day. Before the concert starts, I met a lot of fans and some local people, they even offered us a free ride on some kind of e-jeep for us to marvel around the intricate details and architecture of the places. That’s when it hits me, I never imagined myself going to Bulacan until  Enhypen announced thier concert will be held there. The concert did not just left a lasting memories for me but also the province's rich history, cultural heritage and their warm hospitality. 




This trip wasn't solely about the concert. It’s all about the interaction with the local community creating a genuine connections, sharing laughter and create a lasting memories. I tried their foods and drinks before the concert start and I couldn’t believe that it tastes good with an affordable price. The K-Pop fandom culture doesn't stop when you finish your meal since some of the engenes will give you freebies and compliments that will add to the flavor of your meals. Language and cultural barriers were broken down by these genuine human connection moments, creating ties that went beyond the short-lived nature of this trip.  


sevEN fan project buses snip by
Richell Tupas, 03/01/25

I find it funny at first, because wherever you go, you can hear the led truck that plays an enhypen song (no doubt) while showing a picture of their one member (Park Jeongseong). This led truck belongs to a fan project in which they are showcasing their biases through any kind of art just like that led truck. Aside from that, we also got to see their different buses that is also part of a fan project that has the images of every members. Sadly, I didn’t get the chance to take a picture with them due to the reason that there’s a lot of people who are falling in line and I had no companion to take a picture of me. That’s why, I take note to myself that time was that the next time I attend a concert I need to make sure that I have friends with me so that we can take each other’s picture for the sake of memories.


how it looks like inside the arena. 
Snip by Richell Tupas on 03/01/25

ENHYPEN's Bulacan concert serves as a reminder that travel is more than just ticking off destinations on a list. It's about immersing oneself in a new culture, forging connections with people, and discovering the beauty of the unexpected.  It was really became part of my unplanned moments, captured in candid photos and shared on my social media. The concert  showcased not only the charm of Bulacan but also the enriching power of travel, leaving a lasting impression on both the idols and their fans.  It's a story of exploration, connection, and the magic that unfolds when one dares to venture beyond the stage.