Filipino fans will finally see Mackenyu up close today, November 20. 

In 2021, Japanese actor Mackenyu became part of the live-action film adaptation of the animé Rurouni Kenshin: The Final, where he played the role of villain Yukishiro Enishi. This year, Pinoy fans came to rediscover him as the heartthrob Zoro in One Piece. 

MediaKing, Luxe Skin, and Luxe Slim are bringing Mackenyu's first official fan meeting in Asia, titled "This Closer To You Mackenyu" to the country. Fans will not only get to see Mackenyu in person but also witness his many talents, learn more about him, and bond with him up close. It's an event that fans won't want to miss.

After first rising to fame after portraying Arata Wataya in the Chihayafuru live-action trilogy in 2016, the 26-year-old actor won the Newcomer of the Year Award at the 40th Annual Japan Academy. 

Aside from acting, Mackenyu is also a budding musician and has been playing the piano since he was 10. He later participated in the brass band of his high school in Beverly Hills, playing saxophone and flute. He showcased his impressive singing voice after making a cover of the hit pop song The Chainsmokers' "Closer" a couple of years ago. 

One person instrumental in making Mackenyu’s fan event possible is Mr. Jerry Blank, the former Business Development Manager of the late Stan Lee of Marvel. He has presented the idea of bringing the rising star to the Philippines to MediaKing Corp. President and CEO Michael “Mike” Flores and another co-producer, Magkawas Beauty & Wellness founder and CEO Ms. Anna Magkawas. 

“When it was brought to my attention, I immediately looked him up on Google and social media platforms. I saw he has great potential in his recent stats. Weeks before, I happened to see on Netflix that One Piece is one of the top favorites of Filipino viewers. When I finished One Piece, I saw the potential of Mackenyu," Mike Flores said. 

"I did [my] research and had my staff reach out to Mackenyu Fan Groups. There was one single message from them and that fans want to see him closer and more intimately. [I] talked with Jerry, and he helped me get Mackenyu. Thus, this "Closer to You Mackenyu Fun Fan Meet is born," he added.

"We arranged all premium giveaways to those who will come and see Mackenyu, like personally signed photos, tote bags, posters, and even fans who may have a chance to win in games and have a chance to ask Mackenyu questions and have a memorable photo with him. Mackenyu himself might surprise his fans. Who knows?” he continued. 

Aware of Mackenyu’s character Zoro in One Piece, Magkawas Beauty & Wellness founder and CEO Ms. Anna Magkawas shared their interest in making the event happen. 

“When Mike and Isha of MediaKing Corp. presented this Mackenyu project, me and my dear bhie, Mel, became interested. Mel is a big fan of One Piece's Zoro. My vibration tells me that bringing Mackenyu answers the demand of the humongous and loyal fans to see him closer and experience a more intimate encounter with him," Anna Magkawas said. 

"Again, seeing Mackenyu is like experiencing a healthy sensation. Like the feeling of loyal Luxe Slim and Luxe Skin users. Who knows? Mackenyu [might] agree to become our official endorser,” she added.

Get tickets to Mackenyu’s “Closer To You: Fun Fan Meet” at the SM Mall of Asia Arena by following MediaKingCorp on their social media accounts. 

The one-day event is presented by MediaKing Corp. and Luxe Slim.