Julia Christine Botin

K-pop group AHOF's Pinoy member JL was inspired by Sandara Park

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Anna Cerezo

<p>What began as a dream sparked by watching Sandara Park has now become a reality for P-pop idol turned rising K-pop star JL, as he prepares to debut with the global group AHOF (All-Time Hall of Famer).</p><p>JL, the only Filipino member, scored the spot after winning the &quot;SBS Universe League.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750029800451viber_image_2025-06-16_01-40-21-036.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"/></div><div><br/></div><p>“Dream ko &#x27;to ever since bata po ako. Noong nakikita ko K-pop— especially si Sandara Park, seeing how good she is and she is Korean, parang nag-wonder ako what if may ganun Filipino din. And seeing unti-unti na nangyayari,” he said in an interview during the Koreamilk event held in Quezon City.</p><p>While proud to carry the Philippine flag, JL admitted he feels the weight of the pressure that comes with it.</p><p>“At first, negative naisip ko. Kasi hindi maliit na bagay. Malaki responsibility. Buong Pilipinas dinadala. Nakikita ka ng ibang tao from other countires, nakukuha attention. I want to show the best,” he said.</p><p>He hopes not only to showcase Filipino identity but also to leave a mark on the global stage as he brings with him the Pinoy spirit of humility and respect.</p><p>“Gusto ko mapakita based sa experience, maging magalang. &#x27;Yung trait na po &#x27;yun sobrang laking help siya. Gusto ko lang ma express. Kahit saan magpunta, ito &#x27;yung trait na &#x27;di mawawala,” he said.</p><p>He proudly shared that he was able to inspire his fellow members to adopt a uniquely Filipino trait that reflects the warmth and character of his roots.</p><p>“Actually members ko na-enjoy mag-po and opo. Excited sila pumunta dito,” he said.</p><p>JL teased that AHOF will introduce a new kind of artistry.</p><p>“Masasabi ko lang po expect is different kind of music, different kind of feelings. And we will continue to explore,” he said.</p><p>“Ito pa lang simula. &#x27;Di lang para sa akin, but the group. We are ready,” he added.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEOS:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8gFAKbKYQFU?autoplay=1&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DBE2pJpjGCA?&amp;pp=0gcJCd4JAYcqIYzvautoplay=1&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uN6BgPos3WI?autoplay=1&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7K37UwGN0RI?autoplay=1&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div>

<p>What began as a dream sparked by watching Sandara Park has now become a reality for P-pop idol turned rising K-pop star JL, as he prepares to debut with the global group AHOF.</p>

What began as a dream sparked by watching Sandara Park has now become a reality for P-pop idol turned rising K-pop star JL, as he prepares to debut with the global group AHOF.