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K-pop powerhouse TWICE commemorated their 10th debut anniversary with a fan meeting that overflowed with gratitude, nostalgia, and pure joy. The event, titled “10VE UNIVERSE” (Love Universe), took place on October 18 at the Hwajung Gymnasium, Korea University in Seoul, bringing together both onsite attendees and global fans through a Beyond LIVE online broadcast.

Tickets for the show sold out in record time during the pre-sale for the group's official fandom, ONCE, highlighting the immense anticipation surrounding the milestone celebration.

As the lights dimmed and the first notes of “TWICE SONG” echoed through the venue, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu appeared onstage, greeting fans with their trademark energy. The group seamlessly transitioned into a lineup of beloved tracks such as “Talk that Talk,” “THIS IS FOR,” “Strategy,” “OOH-AHH하게,” “SIGNAL,” and “KNOCK KNOCK,” retracing their musical evolution from 2015 to 2025.

The concert took fans on a trip down memory lane, blending live performances with heartfelt video segments. One particularly touching highlight was a recreated interview clip from Mnet's “SIXTEEN,” the survival show that launched TWICE's journey. Watching their younger selves brought laughter and warmth to both members and fans.

In one of the most emotional corners of the night, TWICE opened a time capsule sealed a decade ago. Inside were photos, letters, and memorabilia capturing their earliest days, from trainee snapshots to souvenirs from their first-ever music show win. Fans had also contributed heartfelt keepsakes, including handwritten notes and symbolic mementos, all reflecting the group's decade-long journey.

Holding back tears, the members expressed their gratitude: “We're so thankful for the love you've given us over the past 10 years. Let's continue building even more beautiful memories together.”

Balancing emotion with fun, TWICE also delighted fans through interactive games like “Shout in Silence,” “Relay Dance,” and “Describe with Your Body,” creating hilarious and spontaneous moments that showcased their genuine chemistry. The laughter-filled segment was followed by an intimate stage performance of fan-favorite ballads “Like a Fool,” “DEPEND ON YOU,” and “SOMEONE LIKE ME.”

As the group sang, fans filled the arena with paper airplanes inscribed with touching messages such as “Thank you for being part of my youth” and “TWICE is my past, present, and future.” The sight of floating paper planes transformed the venue into an emotional sea of appreciation.

Before closing the show, TWICE gathered around a cake to mark their milestone moment. Reflecting on their decade-long journey, they shared, "Today, we once again realized how many memories we have. It's not easy to reach a 10th anniversary, but it was possible thanks to ONCE who have been with us. We are grateful for watching us from high school, the start of our 20s, and even when our Korean was clumsy, without leaving for 10 years. Let's continue together."

Their performance of “ME+YOU,” a song dedicated to fans, served as a perfect finale, a promise of everlasting connection between the group and their supporters.

Since their debut in 2015, TWICE has become one of K-pop's most successful girl groups, conquering charts both in Korea and abroad. Their impact continues to grow, with recent career-high rankings on the Billboard Hot 100 proving their enduring popularity.

Recently, members Nayeon, Jihyo, Tzuyu, and Momo made headlines after gracing the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City. Their stunning performances quickly trended worldwide, and even the bras worn by the members during their stage sets sold out shortly after the show.

TWICE's journey for a decade now remains a shining example of resilience, sisterhood, and the powerful bond between artists and fans, a universe of love that shows no signs of fading.

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