My Stage Greeting Experience in Korea: Meeting B1A4’s Jinyoung and TWICE’s Dahyun

One of the coolest things I experienced during my trip to Korea was attending my very first Stage Greeting, a unique tradition in the Korean movie scene that lets fans meet the cast and crew of a film up close, right inside the cinema!

I had the chance to watch You Are the Apple of My Eye, starring B1A4’s Jinyoung and TWICE’s Dahyun. Seeing them in person felt so surreal! I never imagined I’d be that close to two idols I’ve only ever seen on screen. Huge thanks to my friend Marc who helped us secure tickets! Booking online as a tourist isn’t easy as most platforms require a Korean ID or a local phone number, so having someone in Korea to help was a lifesaver!

The Stage Greeting itself lasted around 10–20 minutes and took place either before or after the screening. During the event, the cast came out to greet the audience, shared behind-the-scenes stories, thanked everyone for supporting the film, and created such a fun, personal vibe in the theater. It was short but incredibly memorable.

For our screening, there was even a special promo: if you wore a school uniform, you could take a group photo with the cast. Of course I came prepared! Wearing school uniforms even made the whole thing feel like we were taking a class photo with Dahyun and Jinyoung! It was such a fun and unexpected experience!

So, how do you attend a Stage Greeting in Korea?

Stage Greetings usually happen on the first or second weekend after a film’s release. They’re held in major cinema chains like CGV, Lotte Cinema, or Megabox, often in multiple locations across the city on the same day. The cast may visit several theaters in one day, doing quick 10–15 minute stops to greet fans before or after screenings.

If you’re hoping to attend one, keep an eye on the official social media accounts of film production companies or distributors (like CJ ENM or Showbox). They usually post the full schedule a few days before the event, listing times, cinema locations, and even which cast members will attend.

That said, it can be a bit tricky for international fans. Online ticketing often requires Korean identification, which makes it difficult to book in advance unless you have a local friend who can help. Some people have luck buying tickets at kiosks in person, but it’s best to be quick as these tickets can sell out fast, especially if a popular idol or actor is part of the cast.

Still, if the timing works out while you’re visiting Korea, I recommend trying to attend one. It’s such a unique fan experience. Imagine living in Korea as a fangirl and having chances like this to meet your faves up close!