2022 was truly a remarkable year for the entertainment industry.
The easement of mobility restrictions around the world allowed not only the resumption of travel, but also the revival of face-to-face concerts, festivals, and world tours.
The Philippines is among the countries that have seen numerous of international acts this year and with plenty more already in line for next year.
Have a look at some of the international acts and celebrities who visited the country this year.
American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish was in the country in August for her “Happier Than Ever” Concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, which was attended by many local celebrities.
Most of the members of the K-pop group GOT7 has visited the Philippines this year. Among them is BamBam who was not only part of the K-Pop Masterz concert, but also held his own fan meet in July.
The “Begin Again: K-pop Edition” concert at the Araneta Coliseum in May was headlined by SHINee's Key, NCT Dream, WEi, and ALICE.
South Korean idol and actor Cha Eun-woo held his “Just One 10 Minute: Starry Caravan” fan meeting at the Araneta Coliseum in August. He was also spotted on a beach vacation in the country later on.
K-pop boy group ENHYPEN was in Manila for their first fan meeting. The group will be back in February for two shows at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 4 and 5.
The two-day “Head in the Clouds” festival in Manila had a spectacular line-up of artists, including Jackson Wang, Joji, NIKI, and Jessi.
South Korean actor Hwang In-Youp returned to the Philippines for his first official fan meeting in September.
Prior to her performance at the “Head in the Clouds” festival, South Korean-American rapper Jessi was in Manila for “Zoom in Manila” last September.
GOT7 member JAY B took over the Araneta Coliseum stage for his “Tape: Press Pause” world tour in October.
Ji Chang-wook held a fan meeting in Manila last November and beauty queen-actress Ariella Arida was one of the lucky fans to meet the actor.
'Squid Game' star Jung Ho-yeon also met her Filipino fans for the first time back in November.
Kang Daniel returned for the First Parade in Manila concert in October.
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun also returned for his fan meeting in the country.
Fans of the band LANY were treated to a five-night concert last November.
British singer-songwriter Louis Tomlinson held a concert in Manila last July.
Maroon 5 played their classic hits on the SM Mall of Asia Arena stage during their world tour last December.
NCT 127 also visited the country in September for “The Link” concert.
Thailand's biggest stars and real-life couple Nadech Kugimiya and Urassaya Sperbund had their first fan meeting in Manila in December.
Extraordinary Attorney Woo lead Park Eun-bin held her first fan meeting in Manila in October.
K-pop girl group Red Velvet was in Manila last July for the “Be You” concert.
Russ took over the SM Mall of Asia Arena stage for a one-night show back in November.
SEVENTEEN brought their “Be The Sun” tour to Manila in October and will return for a two-night show at the Philippine Arena in December.
Thai actors Tay Tawan and New Thitipoom met Filipino polcas last July. They also met Kapuso couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos for a special episode of “Front-Seat Foodies.”
After four years, The Script returned to Manila in September for their “Greatest Hits Tour.”
TOMORROW X TOGETHER surprised Filipino MOAs during their two-night show in October with their short cover of The Itchyworms's “Akin Ka Na Lang.”
Youngjae had a mini concert and fan sign event in July and returned in September for the “K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2.”
GOT7's Yugyeom had a fan meeting in August and is set to return in January for the “Follow The Movement World Tour.”