“Filipinos are one of the happiest people on earth” that even non-stop rain, flood, and landslide did not stopped the Kpop, Jpop and anime’ enthusiast to join “Enchanted Kingdom’s culture fest”. Few days prior to the event, the Philippines experienced heavy rains, floods, and landslides which made some of the places on state of calamity. The event was set to happen in Enchanted Kingdom which is “The Disney Land of the Philippines” on August 11, 2012. Due to the unfavorable weather, the organizers made a poll on whether the event will push through or if it has to be re-scheduled. Fortunately, the sun showed up a day before the event.
The event started at around two o’clock pm, with opening remarks from the staff of Enchanted Kingdom. It was followed by an opening number from enchanted kingdom’s circle of artist. They cosplayed different international singers such as lady gaga, Aerosmith, Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley, Nicki Minaj, The Pussycat dolls, Katy Perry, and a lot more. Afterwards, the Kpop dance contest started. Three cover groups competed. There were two groups whose members are cute little girls. The other group was “Eclipse” (https://www.facebook.com/ONEECLIPSE) who covered Exo and performed Mama and History which made them the grand champion. Then there was a special performance by a Jpop cover group called “Kikel Ningyou”. It was followed by a Jpop singing contest where two Jpop singers competed. Then there was another spectacular performance by a cover group called “Ku-Kiss” (https://www.facebook.com/kukissofficial) a U-kiss cover group. The host Ms. Arianne interviewed the boys, because the viewers wanted to get to know them, because aside from being good dancers these cover group also had the looks of a Kpop icon. Then the most awaited part of the program started the solo cosplay competition. From Japanese anime’s to movie characters fifty cosplayers from all ages showed off their cute and colorful costumes, true to life props, and convincing acts to win . Afterwards, there was also a group cosplay where two groups battle it out. During the event the photographers were also free to take photos of the contestant and the best photo had a prize. During the break there were raffles and band performances by two Jrock bands. Around seven o’clock pm the announcements of winners were made. Afterwards a fireworks display wraps up the event.
Filipino, Korean and Japanese culture all in one event, that’s Enchanted culture fest! Trully, the event as a huge success!
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Source:
http://www.koreantimes.org/a-culture-fest-after-the-rain/