Getting to Know TWICE More and More: Oishi Snacktacular Press Conference Highlights

The date has been set as OT9 of TWICE has finally arrived in Manila with OISHI x TWICE Snacktacular Fanmeet.

Just hours before their highly anticipated fan meeting the girls ot TWICE have graced the members of the press with the warmest smiles at the Grand Hyatt Ballroom. The Oishi ambassadors Jihyo, Momo, Chaeyoung, Mina, Nayeon, Tzuyu, Sana, Jeongyeon, and Dahyun were seen sporting cute jerseys in red, orange, purple, and green.

The girls waved and greeted as host Robi Domingo introduced them one by one. Opening their statement with their iconic intro “One in a Million, We are TWICE,” everyone is just as delighted with their presence. Following their last visit in the Philippines for their “Ready to be World Tour” last September 30 and October 1 at the Philippine Arena. The girls are just as happy as Filipino ONCEs for their return to the country.

Keep Coming Back to Manila

TWICE has visited the Philippines for the third time already and they have shared their experience. Further saying all the chances they land in Manila—is a visit they treasure. Sana, recalled their first time they got to put up a show for ONCE in 2019. Describing their fan’s support as ‘passionate’, ‘overwhelming ‘, and ‘touching’.

Moreover, the group has also adapted so much to the Filipino culture that they even shared the food they’ve been wanting to try. To which Jihyo shared that they are looking forward to trying the Pinoy version of the famous K-dessert bingsu which is halo-halo. Further, the group also showed off their Filipino phrases skills. Momo started the trend by sending Jihyo the lovely compliment “Maganda si Jihyo,(Jihyo is beautiful)” followed by Dahyun saying a few lines that go along with “Ako si Dahyun,(I’m Dahyun)” then jokingly say “Baliw,(crazy)” and “Salamat po,(Thank you)”. Adding to the hype is Mina saying “Hay naku talaga! (Oh,well!)” in the cutest way. 

We are Team OT9

As TWICE were presented as Oishi’s brand ambassadors—they have shared how their subunits choose their favorite Oishi snack.

A cute behind the scene moment for the members are when shooting the video ad is they personally share which of the snacks are their bias as well—further revealing that they like corn snack “Migos” the most that they even brought it and give it away to airport staff and the press in Incheon.

Apart from their collective choice of snack bias, the subunits were asked fun questions. Team “Anghang-Anghang” consisting of Jihyo and Momo shared that they are not as good as spicy foods but they did enjoy Oishi’s Prawn Crackers because it has just the right amount of spiciness in it. For Team “Sweet Sweet” Mina and Chaeyoung shared that their recent sweet moment together is being with each other’s company that day.

Furthermore, Team “Cheesy Cheesy” Sana, Tzuyu, and Nayeon told the press a memorable gift they have received—to which Sana shared that one Christmas Momo gifted all the members a pajama set that they still use to this day.

Last but not the least, Team “Corny Corny” were asked which bonding games they do with the members and both answered a Korean game called “What If” game. Wherein they explained that it is a game they always play that is somehow a heart to heart talk vibe and still feels fun at the same time.

Feel Special With ONCE

Ending the press conference, TWICE sent their utmost love for their fans—ONCE. The group, when asked which song of all the hits they’ve done, dedicated their 6th track from their FEEL SPECIAL Album (2019),  21:29  solely for ONCE.
OISHI x TWICE Snacktacular Fanmeet followed right through at the Mall of Asia Arena.