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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Following the resounding success of their April 2025 performance in the Philippine capital, six-member Japanese NCT subunit NCT WISH has announced an extra stop on their debut world tour INTO THE WISH: Our WISH, set to take place at New Frontier Theater on March 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Philippine Standard Time (PHT). The announcement comes as a direct response to massive requests from Filipino fans known as Wishies who have consistently shown unwavering support for the group since their official debut in February 2024.
Composed of members Sion, Riku, Yushi, Jaehee, Ryo, and Sakuya, NCT WISH emerged as a fresh force in the global K-pop landscape, blending Japanese cultural influences with SM Entertainment’s signature production style. Their debut single WISH topped music charts across Japan and Southeast Asia, while subsequent releases Songbird and Miracle solidified their position as a rising act with a dedicated international fanbase.
The INTO THE WISH: Our WISH world tour launched in late 2025 with a landmark opening show in Incheon, South Korea, before moving to key Japanese cities including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka where the group sold out multiple nights at major venues. Prior to the Manila addition, the tour had already confirmed stops in Asian metropolitan hubs such as Hong Kong and Bangkok, with plans for further international expansion to be announced in early 2026.
Their April 2025 Manila concert at the same New Frontier Theater venue drew over 2,500 attendees, with tickets selling out within hours of general release. Post-show feedback highlighted the group’s dynamic stage presence, intricate choreography, and heartfelt interactions with fans factors that contributed to the groundswell of requests for a return performance.
New Frontier Theater, located in Quezon City, Manila, serves as one of the Philippines’ premier indoor performance spaces, renowned for its state-of-the-art acoustics and intimate setting that allows for close engagement between artists and audiences. The venue has hosted numerous global music acts, reinforcing its status as a top destination for international tours in Southeast Asia.
Ticketing for the March 2026 show will follow a tiered release structure to prioritize dedicated fans. Pre-sale access will be exclusively available to NCTzen WISH Global members starting at 10:00 a.m. PHT on January 10, 2026. General public sales will commence the following day, January 11, at 12:00 noon PHT, via the official ticketing partner TicketNet (ticketnet.com.ph).
Ticket prices will be structured across different seating sections, with premium packages expected to include exclusive merchandise and limited-edition memorabilia. SM Entertainment has advised fans to purchase tickets only through authorized channels to avoid fraudulent transactions, noting that all sales are final and non-refundable once confirmed.
In a statement released by SM Entertainment’s regional office in Southeast Asia, the company expressed gratitude for the Filipino fan community’s support: “The passion and warmth shown to NCT WISH during their first Manila visit were truly remarkable. This additional concert is our way of acknowledging that love and ensuring more fans have the opportunity to experience the group’s live performance magic.”
Filipino Wishies have already taken to social media platforms using the hashtag #NCTWISHinManila2026 to celebrate the announcement, with fan organizations coordinating group ticket purchases and pre-concert activities. Local concert promoters have noted that the demand for K-pop and J-pop acts in the Philippines continues to grow, driven by strong digital engagement and cross-cultural appreciation for contemporary East Asian music.
Looking ahead, NCT WISH is scheduled to release new music in the first quarter of 2026, with tracks likely to be featured in the expanded tour setlist. The group has also teased potential surprise collaborations with regional artists during select tour stops, though specific details remain under wraps.
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