Ariana Grande just gave Filipino fans another reason to smile. The pop superstar recently shared TikTok clips featuring members of the P-pop girl group BINI using her hit song Supernatural. These weren’t just any clips, they were part of the trending Kim Seon Ho smile challenge that’s taken over social media.
In one video, BINI’s Sheena performs the viral smile solo. In another, she joins the rest of the BINI girls as they all try the signature move. Ariana liked them enough to repost them on her official account, drawing international attention to both the group and the growing trend.
So what exactly is the Kim Seon Ho smile trend all about? It all started with a scene from the Korean drama When Life Gives You Tangerines. In the show, Kim Seon Ho plays a groom waiting for his bride, played by IU. As she walks toward him, he tilts his head, winks, clasps his hands near his chest, and flashes a soft, dimpled smile, the kind that gives viewers instant kilig.
That sweet moment quickly became a TikTok favorite, especially when creators paired it with Ariana’s Supernatural. The combo of romantic vibes and catchy music turned the trend into a viral hit. Soon enough, not just fans but big Filipino names jumped in too. Celebs like Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, Donny Pangilinan, and Dingdong Dantes all gave the challenge a try. Even former Pinoy Big Brother housemates Michael Sager and Emilio Daez joined the fun.
Seeing Ariana Grande herself acknowledge Filipino creators and talent is a big deal. It’s always exciting when international stars interact with local artists, especially when it gives a boost to groups like BINI who are working hard to represent P-pop on the global stage.
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