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ENHYPEN Connects with Engenes in their ‘FATE Plus’ World Tour in Seoul
K-pop group ENHYPEN kicked off their “Fate Plus” world tour in Seoul at the KSPO Dome. Across three consecutive sold-out shows, marked a triumphant return for the group, drawing thousands of fans from all corners of the globe.
The “Fate Plus” tour, which also thrilled audiences via a live stream on the Weverse app, treated fans to a mesmerizing showcase of ENHYPEN’s musical talent, featuring a revamped setlist and special segments tailored exclusively for ENGENEs.
The concert opened with an explosive performance of fan-favorite hits including “Drunk-Dazed,” “Blockbuster,” “Let Me In (20 CUBE),” “Flicker,” and “Fever”.
“It’s already our 3rd and final day in Seoul. Please get ready to pour out all of your energy. Are you ready?” Jungwon said as ENHYPEN greeted the audience.
“You know that ENGENE and ENHYPEN are connected. We are always connected so after going around on the tour, we made a lot of progress and growth” added Jake.
ENHYPEN performed “Still Monster,” for the first time at the Fate+ tour. The group seamlessly transitioned to “Future Perfect (Pass the MIC),” “Blessed-Cursed,” “Attention, please!,” “ParadoXXX Invasion,” and “Tamed-Dashed,” captivating the audience with their dynamic stage presence.
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◌ ゚゚ 。 ・゚゚。
゚. 니키 。゚
゚・。 。゚゚・。・゚゚。
◌ 희승 。゚
゚・。 。゚゚・。・゚゚。
◌ 선우 .
゚・。・゚ pic.twitter.com/5E6nR97uPF— 바이승 (@by_seung) February 25, 2024
During the special stages, Ni-ki showcased his performance of “I LOVE YOU 3000” by Stephanie Poetri, accompanied by Jay on the guitar. Ni-ki explained his selection of this song, expressing his affection for its heartfelt lyrics and dedicating it for ENGENEs that he cherished. He then humorously remarked that while he prefers Spiderman, he sees himself as fulfilling the role of Iron Man in protecting ENGENEs.
“I brought my baby in a long time. He’s called Gwangshim (attention)” shared by Jay.
Ni-ki singing ‘i love you 3000’ while Jay playing his electric guitar 🥰#EN_WORLDTOUR_FATEPLUS #FATEPLUS_IN_SEOUL_D3 #ENHYPEN #엔하이픈pic.twitter.com/tRIxmAoyWu— Buzzsetter (@buzzsetter_) February 25, 2024
Jay also performed a cover of “Bruises” and said “I chose this song because I wanted to explore something different.” He elaborated on the emotional resonance of the lyrics, expressing, “The line ‘where you are not there, everything I do is like an empty street’ really resonated with me.”
Jay further revealed his subtle observance of ENGENEs’ activities, humorously remarking, “Even though I don’t say it bluntly, I’m always keeping an eye on what ENGENEs are up to.” He playfully added, “I like to think of it as ‘spying on ENGENEs’—we need some distance, but I love keeping up with ENGENEs’ timeline.” Jay emphasized the significance of ENGENEs in his life, revealing, “If I don’t have ENGNEs in a day, that makes my day empty, that’s why I chose this song.”
Jay singing 'Bruises' by lewis capaldi #ENHYPEN #엔하이픈 #ENHYPEN_JAY #JAY #제이 #엔하이픈_제이 #종성#EN_WORLDTOUR_FATEPLUS #FATEPLUS_IN_SEOUL_D3pic.twitter.com/yQ0pRv5dA5— Buzzsetter (@buzzsetter_) February 25, 2024
ENHYPEN continued to performed with “TFW (That Feeling When),” “Just A Little Bit,” “10 Months,” “Polaroid Love,” “One and Only,” “SHOUT OUT,” “Chaconne,” “Bills,” “Criminal Love,” “One In A Billion,” and “Karma”
“With the energery and happiness ENGENE gave us today we’ll have fun during the FATE+ tour and we’ll return in good health and happiness so I hope you wait for us to return” SUNGHOON
“To those watching online, thank you for watching and sending us love until the end. Love you ENGENEs” ni-ki
“As upgraded the stages have gotten for FATE+ in Seoul I think our connection with ENGENE has gotten stronger right. ” JAY
Sunghoon, Jake, Jay & Sunoo "Flower" Challenge by Jisoo.🌺#EN_WORLDTOUR_FATEPLUS #FATEPLUS_IN_SEOUL_D3 #ENHYPEN #엔하이픈 #SUNGHOON #JAKE #JAY #SUNOOpic.twitter.com/H8WsMJiR0L— Buzzsetter (@buzzsetter_) February 25, 2024
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“Thank you for all the love in the past 3 days. During this time we spent together I hope we can have more happy times together. Let’s all have fun during the last stage as well.” SUNOO
“We’ll tie our fate with more ENGENEs and continue to grow stronger and I promise with all my heart , I hope ENGENEs walk that path with us.” Jake
Jake performed “Foreshadow” for the first time, captivating the audience with his performance. He revealed his desire to offer ENGENEs something unique, stating, “The vibes were really perfect. We were supposed to cover it as a group, but since the cover song will come out soon, I wanted to try something different.” He expressed his fondness for the song, adding, “I really liked the song ‘Foreshadow’ for a long time, and I thought ENGENEs were anticipating it, so I chose it.” Reflecting on the experience, Jake admitted that singing the first verse gave him chills, expressing gratitude to the audience, “Thank you for listening,” he added warmly.
WE FINALLY GOT JAKE PERFORMING FORESHADOW THE CHILLS I GOT OHMYFUCKING GODHDJDD!???
pic.twitter.com/tsVrNwcKkl— ًً (@sjydaiIy) February 25, 2024
During the show, ENHYPEN members expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support they received throughout their “Fate” Plus tour in Seoul.
With a mix of nervousness and excitement, Jay took a moment to reflect on his emotions ahead of the performance. Admitting to feeling nervous until the last moment, he shared, “I had a lot I wanted to say. The notice went out on the first day, and I was quite nervous until last night because I thought I would need to give my everything until the end.” However, as the morning dawned, Jay found himself feeling more at ease and determined to give his best without any regrets.
Despite lingering nervousness, Jay acknowledged the significance of being on stage with ENGENEs, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to share special moments with them. He reflected on their journey together, from challenging trainee years to the present, emphasizing, “All those tough years as a trainee, this is the reply to all of that. That’s how much I am grateful to you always.”
🐈⬛ the notice went out on the first day, I actually was quite nervous until last night because… until the end, I thought I would need to give my everything, but this morning, I felt much better, fortunately, I wanted to do my best today with no regrets
you did well our jay,… pic.twitter.com/MSMLqreNox— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
Looking ahead, Jay affirmed his commitment to continuous growth, both as part of ENHYPEN and as an individual. He reassured fans that they would always strive to make ENGENEs proud, inviting them to join them on their journey. Ending on a warm note, Jay encouraged fans to take care of themselves, saying, “Eat something delicious. You’re hungry, right? Eat something yummy at home today.”
Ni-ki expressed his gratitude to fans for their unwavering support over the past three days of the concert. Reflecting on the presence of his parents in the audience, Ni-ki shared a touching sentiment, revealing, “Yesterday, the other members’ parents all came, but yesterday at this segment, one of the things Sunoo said came to my mind because my parents are here today.”
ni-ki said his ment in korean so his family won't understand bc he felt shy ㅠ ㅠpic.twitter.com/qn71RYWddb— ich ౨ৎ (@nrkhour) February 25, 2024
Switching to Korean to express his thoughts, Ni-ki conveyed his appreciation for his parents’ support during the “Fate” tour in Japan, emphasizing their unwavering dedication. He extended his thanks to his family, fellow members, and ENGENEs, promising to work tirelessly to deliver more artistic performances and albums in the future.
Ni-ki reassured fans that despite their busy schedules, their connection with ENGENEs remains strong, expressing his love and gratitude. He concluded with heartfelt thanks to those in attendance and those watching online, promising to continue performing for them in the future. With a final expression of gratitude, Ni-ki thanked ENGENEs for their support and looked forward to the next opportunity to connect with them.
Sunoo shared a touching moment from the previous day. Recalling his emotional response, he revealed, “Yesterday, I think I did well. My mom asked me why I cried, but I saw her tearing up, and after seeing that, I thought my mom is thinking the same as I am.”
pic.twitter.com/L9irdiiJbt— 梦♡ (@urmyhaebaragi) February 25, 2024
Expressing his gratitude to his family, Sunoo gave them a special shout-out during the performance of ‘Paradoxxx Invasion,’ deepening his connection with the audience. He conveyed his sense of closeness to fans over the past three days, expressing a desire to see them every day.
Despite feeling of sadness about the last day of the concert in Seoul, Sunoo found happiness in the opportunity to perform and connect with the audience on such a grand stage. Encouraging fans to seize future opportunities to attend concerts, he expressed his determination not to cry, emphasizing his appreciation for the fans who attended in person and those watching online.
Ending on a note of appreciation and love, Sunoo expressed his heartfelt gratitude to ENGENEs and conveyed his love for them.
Heeseung took a moment to reflect on the whirlwind of emotions. Expressing a sense of disbelief at how quickly time has passed, he shared, “Time really flies. Three days have already passed, and I kind of feel nothing? It feels unreal; it just ended so quickly. I’m quite sad.”
🦌 we are preparing another album for another great show
🦌 this time, engene, it’s so good that you can't handle it
🤧 pic.twitter.com/xH859veTXa— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
Acknowledging the significance of the concert venue as the place where ENHYPEN made their debut as performers, Heeseung emphasized the responsibility they feel towards their audience. He expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of fans, stating, “For two hours, to watch us perform, you all gathered here, so we feel responsible for that. We want to move your hearts all the time. Thank you so much for always supporting us wherever you are.”
Looking ahead to future endeavors, Heeseung hinted at preparations for another album and promised an even more spectacular show for ENGENEs to anticipate. Ending with a message of love and anticipation, he encouraged fans to look forward to future opportunities to reunite, expressing, “Let’s see each other again. Love you.”
Jungwon took a moment to address their fans who have shown immense care and concern for the group, particularly during fan signing events. He shared that while fans often express their worries and encourage the members to rest, the group is continually motivated by the incredible support they receive. Jungwon emphasized the need to work even harder, echoing Heeseung’s sentiments from the previous day about their ongoing dedication to their craft.
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정원아 천천히 쉬엄쉬엄해도 되 몸 부서져라 안춰도 정원이가 엔진 얼마나 사랑하는지 우리는 다 알아. 평생 엔진할께 사랑해🫶🏻#FATE_PLUS_IN_SEOUL #ENHYPEN #엔하이픈 #JUNGWON #정원 pic.twitter.com/LCaXu0x8el— 정원아~ (@luvuwon_) February 25, 2024
Drawing a comparison to cats’ legendary nine lives, Jungwon humorously mused about his own journey, expressing determination to persevere until the end. He assured fans that despite upcoming international commitments, they could always look forward to future shows and experiences with ENHYPEN.
Jungwon teased potential surprises for ENGENEs in the future, hinting at upcoming plans without giving too much away. Ending with a message of anticipation and love, he encouraged fans to stay engaged and await the group’s return to Seoul later in the year, expressing, “Until the day we see ENGENEs again in Seoul this year, let’s wait for that day. Until then, stay as ENGENEs. Love you.”
Reflecting on the past three days of performances, Jake expressed satisfaction with his efforts onstage alongside his fellow members. Despite the experience of multiple tours, Jake admitted to feeling nervous before each performance. He shared a personal quirk – clammy hands when meeting ENGENEs for the first time, yet he finds solace in witnessing their enjoyment during the show, which alleviates his nerves.
Jake acknowledged the profound bond forming between himself and ENGENEs with each passing day, noting that although it takes time for him to open up, he feels that he has fully embraced their connection. Expressing a desire for continued closeness, he assured fans that even when they’re in overseas, they remain in his thoughts and heart.
SUNGHOON IS CRYING OH MY GOD 😭😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/sOQkmjYDA4— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
Meanwhile, Sunghoon opened up about his unexpected emotions, expressing deep sadness and apologizing for his tears. He confessed that crying was unusual for him and reflected on the struggles he faced throughout the tour, admitting to difficulties he hadn’t realized until now. Sunghoon found some relief in releasing pent-up emotions but also felt embarrassed by the display.
sunghoon i love you 😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/PAOiAwo26Q— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
when he broke down, my world also broke down 😭😭😭 it pains me to see him crying pic.twitter.com/fH4WP2Q2Sk— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
🐧 yes engene, you are the only people that can make me cry
🐧 some people say i’m too stiff but i’m not like that in front of engene. so i really like engene
🐧 thank you for giving me these emotions
🐧 all i can say is, i love you engene
my precious sunghoon, i love you 🥺… pic.twitter.com/jgX5YvcCAC— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
Despite the tears, Sunghoon found solace in the happiness they brought, acknowledging the role ENGENEs play in his life and their unique ability to evoke such strong emotions from him. Contrary to his perceived stiffness by some, Sunghoon revealed his genuine affection for ENGENEs, expressing how their support brings him happiness even in his daily life.
In a heartfelt message to fans, he encouraged them to find joy in their own lives while expressing gratitude for the overwhelming emotions they stirred within him. Sunghoon thanked the ENGENEs for their unwavering support and expressing anticipation for future endeavors.
This is the moment when you understand that being an idol is incredibly challenging. They're constantly under scrutiny, with the public watching their every move and ready to pass judgment. They have to soak it all in and pretend they're okay, even when they're not. Honestly, I… pic.twitter.com/Pj0uHY9Z1j— • SHANTI • 🎧 (@shantloveshs) February 25, 2024
On the final day of their Fate Plus concert in Seoul, ENHYPEN wrapped up their performance with a series of encore songs, including “Go Big or Go Home,” “Bite Me,” “Sweet Venom,” “Karma” and “Orange Flower (You Complete Me).”
now THIS is what you call a concert ❤️🔥
pic.twitter.com/qhgxEcxGMi— ⋆。˚ iciel ☁︎ ˚。⋆。 (@baekwoniee) February 25, 2024
Looking ahead, ENHYPEN announced the dates for their US leg of the “Fate Plus” tour, which is scheduled to kick off in April at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, and continue across major cities including Oakland, Tacoma, Chicago, and Belmont Park.