Actor Lee JongSuk’s highly anticipated fan meeting in Manila has been officially cancelled. His agency, Ace Factory, announced the event cancellation on November 17, 2025, citing safety concerns for the artist, staff, and fans. The event, titled “2025 Lee JongSuk Asia Fan Meeting Tour ‘With: Just Like This’ in Manila,” was originally scheduled to take place on November 30, 2025.

Agency Prioritizes Safety Amid Local Protests

In a statement released via social media, Ace Factory confirmed the difficult decision to cancel the Manila fan meeting. The agency explained that the choice was made due to ongoing large-scale protests in Manila, which posed potential safety risks. “After careful consideration for the safety of our artist, staff, and most importantly, the fans, we have decided to cancel the upcoming event,” the announcement stated. The agency extended a sincere apology to fans who had been eagerly awaiting the chance to see Lee JongSuk.

A Setback for the ‘With: Just Like This’ Asia Tour

The Manila stop was a key part of Lee JongSuk’s broader “2025 Asia Fan Meeting Tour ‘With: Just Like This’.” Fan meetings are a cherished opportunity for artists and fans to connect, making this event cancellation particularly disappointing for his Filipino supporters. These events, much like other popular fan meetings, are often the highlight of an artist’s tour schedule, creating lasting memories for everyone involved. Details regarding ticket refunds are expected to be announced by the local promoter shortly.

Lee JongSuk’s Focus on New Drama ‘Seocho-dong’

Despite the unfortunate news about the fan meeting, fans can still see Lee JongSuk in his latest project. The actor is currently starring in the new tvN drama titled ‘Seocho-dong’. The series began airing on November 5, 2025, following a successful press conference held on November 1, 2025, at The Link Hotel in Guro-gu, Seoul.

In ‘Seocho-dong’, Lee JongSuk takes on a challenging new role that has already garnered positive attention from viewers and critics. His return to the small screen has been a major point of discussion among K-Drama enthusiasts. While the cancellation of the Asia tour stop is a disappointment, his ongoing drama provides an alternative way for fans to connect with his work. Ace Factory has asked for continued support for Lee JongSuk’s acting endeavors and expressed hope for a future opportunity to visit Manila under safer circumstances.

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