290315 Girls’ Generation @ PETRONAS Sepang F1 Grand Prix After Race Concert

 

Malaysia Put It Back On 2015!

Remember when GG said that they’ll see us Malaysian Sones soon? They kept their promise, 3 years later! ‘soon’ indeed!

But jokes aside, I was more than thrilled to hear the news when it was first announced. That Girls’ Generation was coming to Malaysia again, and thanks to (AGAIN) PETRONAS for bringing them here. Also thanks to Lenny Kravitz who (fortunately) cancelled his show at the last minute, thus giving the opportunity for PETRONAS to use their hidden card again; Girls’ Generation. I seriously loving PETRONAS right now, thanks for being rich enough to bring Soshi so that we can see them with minimal price.

It was announced out of the blue (again) but this time we have a little more time to prepare. With the minimum of RM80 per ticket, you can gain access to the concert plus you get to watch the F1 racing, under the scorching sun, what a deal! So we grab our tickets online and wait for the day to arrive.

At this moment, and age, I’m already considered a veteran Sone, and you know how love goes through time. I’m like, “oh Soshi is coming, so yeah, should I go? I should isn’t it, for old time’s sake.”

 280315 – Girls’ Generation arrival at KLIA

I had some time to spare since it was Saturday night, plus my friends were all excited to welcome soshi, so I went to the airport with them to welcome the girls. We heard about the fanevent, and how it was all going to one sweet and cool welcoming event. I was hoping that Malaysian Sones, you know, an old fandom could at least live up to the expectations and be cool about it for once.

We waited for around an hour and a half, they were supposed to arrive around 10:30pm but going through the custom checks and all, they came out an hour later. There were so many people coming as the time goes by and most of them are the faces that I’ve never met before. And soon there was a long line of people waiting at the route which the girls are expected to exit. People were briefed about the fanevent by the Sones in charge, and there were even rehearsals. Everything was okay up till this point. But the girls arrived an hour later, and by the time there were so many fans turned up, around triple the original number.

Once the girls arrived, everything changed. The fans started pushing and the path for the girls were getting smaller. The police on duty panicked, and did their best to protect the girls, while the fans did their best to get their personal moment with the tired members. But they managed to get to their vans safely, and though it was chaotic, Hyoyeon still smiled and waved at us once she got into the van.

290315 – Girls’ Generation Live at F1 Sepang

I left the house early that morning and went to straight to the venue. We got there around 10.30am and I already saw people lining up outside the entrance gate to the helipad. The weather was getting warmer, and we decided to check the F1 race before heading to the concert venue.

I got to watch the racers signing session, all the handsome racers were there, and I regret not lining up to get an autograph. Lewis Hamilton made his surprise appearance, I also saw the dashing Jenson Button. Such a sight. We walked around the carnival area, posing with sexy cars, grabbed Petronas freebies and experienced the hot air of F1 engine. Around 12pm, there were Girls’ Generation GIRL perfume giveaway at the main stage. They asked questions about F1 racing and you have to get it right to win. I didn’t get picked, boohoo.

We went to grab lunch at the Chequered Flag Café, and fill up ourselves. I had Fish and Chips, it was nice. Or maybe I was just hungry. After the trips to Surau and toilet, the weather was scorching hot that you could even fry an egg in the sun. So we went resting at the customer service center and watch a few rounds of F1 racing in an air-conditioned room. Saw a Ferrari car’s tyre busted just on the first round.

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Loooonggggg line

 

Around 4pm, we went to the concert entrance. There was a really long line. So we sat by the palm oil trees and caught up with long-time Sone friends. We passed around MMCafe business cards along the line as well. The door opened around 4.30pm, and the guards were scanning tickets. The crowd ran as soon as they get inside to get the best spot. We waited till ¾ people had entered before we entered. We’re just too old to stay in the sun or stand for too long lol.

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Running Sones

 

Ibu mysone and her posse

Ibu mysone and her posse lol

The venue was not too big, so even though we entered late we soon got pushed to the front and get quite a satisfying view of the stage. It was like the rockzone/VIP tix stage view thus I have no complains.

The concert was THE BEST ever. The only thing that annoyed me was probably Hitchhiker’s loud music (haha) but my friends did enjoy his random songs. Maybe it’s just me and my old eardrums lol.

Minho is really really really good looking

Minho is really really really good looking

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Tiffany

 

But Soshi and SHINee, they slayed.

“Thank you for having us.” – Tiffany.

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Her solemn look during Back Hug

 

There’s nothing better than a lack of rehearsed show lol. The girls were playful all throughout, Yuri kept forgetting to cover Yoona’s lines, she even laughed out loud during The Boys and not even sorry for it! And there was the infamous Tiffany vs. The Ribbons, right during the part ‘babo!’ in Gee. She apologized for it in a very adorable way, and kept laughing afterwards. They kept grinning while dancing, always checking each other’s parts during choreography and (mostly Yuri) just darted around randomly, forgetting her position and laughed.

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Yuri

In total they sang 10 songs, and they changed costumes once. But the weather kept changing, from sunny to cloudy to windy to drizzling to pouring rain. They sang random songs like Back Hug, Complete and Kissing You, it was just too awesome to explain. Tiffany especially sugar coating Malaysian Sones with her adlibs, “Malaysia put it back on”, “Malaysia… you make my life complete” and so on.

Grumpy Smurfny

Grumpy Smurfny

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Seo

Tiffany also said that it’s the first time they sang Back Hug overseas. They said that they were touched with our pink ‘Finally, You’re Back’ balloons, and Sunny (despite her grumpy mood that day) still remembered our ‘Finally, You’re Here’ fan event from 3 years ago! They were sorry that Yoona was unable to join and hope that we will invite them again soon.

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Taeyeon

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Seohyun

“Please have us back.” – Tiffany.

“It’s the first time we ever performed this long with our fans, outdoor in this weather!” – Tiffany.

They looked genuinely happy for their trip in Malaysia, and we can’t feel any prouder. In total there were 18 posts from their social media about their trip here. They care. *wipe tears*

Her skin looked Malaysian lol.

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After the concert, we went straight to the airport, to send them off. There were fans waiting too but this time, we behaved. The security tightened even more, and there was a wall of guards around them as they walked. They walked proudly (lol), without worrying about the fans hoarding them. They were split in two groups, for security reasons. Sooyoung, Taeyeon and Seohyun were in a group, and I remember Seohyun being really friendly with fans, she even accepted gifts. But honestly I was more focused on the second group, because both of my biases were there lol. Sunny, Hyoyeon, Tiffany and Yuri came in the last group. Sunny walked at the front, and I said to her clearly, “Sunny, thank you for coming!” She noticed me and waved and smiled at me. I felt so special at that moment haha. I said the same thing to Hyoyeon but she waved at everyone. Tiffany didn’t bother with us at all, but she looked so cute in her pink hoodie. Yuri too was ignoring us at first, as she kept plugging in her earphones as she walked. I kept calling her name and soon begin to complain in Malay words out of frustration, and then she looked at me and waved. Lol why.

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Bye bae

 

Cool lah konon

Cool lah konon

They all waved at us once they passed the gate towards security, and that’s where you got the swag fany pose pic captured by my friend.

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I watched them through the observing glass tower until they disappeared at the duty free stores area. They were still waving at us even when they were going through the customs check. I caught Hyo and Fany waving at my direction in my fancam. Tiffany was especially adorable like a little kid as she waited her turn for check.

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Bae and Sunny

 

There it goes, my best 2 days in 2015 so far. And unexpectedly, I care about the 8 girls again. Oh well, I guess I’ll continue to support these girls.

 

300912 APink & B1A4 High 5 Fan Meeting @ Butter Factory, KL

it’s not really a butter factory lol

First up was the 7 girls, APink.

They were late for an hour, but the organizer bowed and apologized so we didn’t go rage lol.
APink are so beautiful, all of them gave so many fanservice. Waving, smling, make heart above their heads, really adorable ❤

Suddenly I became Eunji biased. And Bomi and Naeun.

And then at 4pm is B1A4. I didn’t even plan to go but apparently someone got me a pass. So I went.

The two guys at the end linked their fingers with mine during the High 5 and they became automatic bias. Then later I was told by my students that their names were Gongchan and Sandeul. Yeah my students were with me. lol

or maybe because Gongchan was wearing a shirt with moustache on it and I find it appealing

240911 Korean Music Wave in Malaysia 2011 @ Stadium Merdeka, KL

I know this is a super late post but yeah, better late than never. LOL

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Bought the tix, to watch FTIsland and 4Minute so yeah, I ended up bored after their performances. Seriously.

My seat is the rm200 somethings, so it’s not a great view after all. We’re so far from the stage and it’s just so uncomfortable. I don’t like the venue. So here are some of the photos during the concert that I managed to snap when the RELA officers weren’t watching. It’s so hard to sneak in camera. /sigh

FT ISLAND

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Jaejin. I’m such a Jaejin bias so I took a lot of his pics.lol

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Hongki, rocking it out.

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Seunghyun, Minhwan and Jaejin with the hosts, Kevin and Dongho.

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RAWKS

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That’s how you do it!

TEEN TOP

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LOL WTH

4 Minute!!!

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Jihyun so pretty

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Hyuna molesting Maknae

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SEXY

UKISS

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PARK JUNG MIN

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Big Bang Seungri

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Everyone was standing so it’s hard to get a clear pic

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GD & TOP

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gaying as usual

That was all for KMW.
Next I’ll post about my wonderful experience at Westlife concert!!!

Korean Music Wave 2011 in Malaysia: Ticketing Info

Now that they already revelaed the full guest list, have you decided to join this major kpop event?

I do.^^
for FT Island.

KOREAN MUSIC WAVE 2011 IN MALAYSIA
Date: 24 September 2011 (Sat)
Time: 7pm
Venue: Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur

Artiste lineup:
GD&TOP (BIGBANG)
Seungri (BIGBANG)
Park Jung Min
FT Island
4minute
U-KISS
Teen Top

Ticket Categories:
Rock Zone – RM588
Numbered Seating – RM438, RM288
Free Seating – RM138
**Kindly call Galaxy hotline 03-22822020 for inquiries about VVIP tickets.

Presale:
Duration: 1 – 6 September 2011
Promotion: 10% discount only for RM438, RM288 & RM138
Phone Purchase: 03-2282 2020 (credit cards/bank-in)
Walk-in Purchase: Galaxy office @ Mid valley & Galaxy Ticket Counter @ Sg Wang Plaza

**Online purchase channel will be announced soon. Stay tuned!

..also this guy.<3

Malaysian And Singapore Edition of SNSD Ray Magazine is now available!

Ray magazine is now available in local bookstores. You can grab a copy at only RM9 for West Malaysia or RM11 for East Malaysia.

MyNews.com are selling the magazine with a special gift but the its limited.

Though I already own the Japanese version, I’m not going to pass up this opportunity to own another copy! Lol. I got my copy yesterday at a usual bookstore in Kajang Metro Plaza. You can try to look for one in any bookstore, not only the major ones. Hurry up before all other sones grab them all!

Also, in the latest issue of epop Malay, SNSD is the centerfold poster.

Korean Music Wave 2011 in Malaysia: Seating Plan and Ticket Prices

Galaxy Group had revealed the seating plan and ticket prices today!

Korean Music Wave 2011 in Malaysia will be headlined by GD&TOP and Seungri from BIGBANG. The one-night only concert will last around 2 hours 30 minutes on Saturday 24 September 7 PM at Stadium Merdeka. Other acts will be announced in the next two days.

Tickets are priced at:

Rock Zone: RM588

Numbered Seating: RM438, RM288

Free Seating: RM138

Check out the SEATING PLAN on www.galaxy.com.my!

They also had confirmed that GDTOP, Seungri and Park Jung Min are some of the acts from the concert. Continue to hinting about the other acts, they also added that all the lineup will be revealed in two days time.

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I think the price tickets are okay, but the acts seems to be a bit unbalanced. I mean, where are the girl groups? Kpop don’t just consists of boy groups..

Korean Music Wave 2011 in Malaysia: Possible Lineup & Ticket Info

Galaxy Group has updated their Facebook page with a few kpop MVs which is most probably hinting at the lineup for the upcoming KMW.

Here are the possible lineup:

GD & TOP
Seungri
X-5
Teen Top
U-Kiss
Park Jungmin

That’s six permormers. Honestly, so far I’m not really interested with any of the performers. Well, maybe for BB. They should bring girl groups too. Or 2PM.


/sigh. Not amused.

They also updated with this:

Presale before presale for all SHOWMEMBERs!!! (showmember.com.my)
 
SHOWMEMBERS may start buying tickets of the Korean Music Wave 2011 in Malaysia one day prior to the presale.
All you need to do is to walk into Galaxy office at Mid Valley on August 31st, show your username and email address for verification purpose and entitle yourself with a 10% discount on specified ticket tiers!
Our office opens from 11am to 4pm.