The latest episode of Family Feud Philippines has sent shockwaves through the K-pop and P-pop communities after Dingdong Dantes announced that Hiraya, a rising P-pop girl group, has been chosen as the front act for an upcoming Seventeen concert.

The revelation sparked immediate confusion and skepticism among fans—especially Carats—for several major reasons. And now, the burning question is: Is this true, or did Family Feud just make a major mistake on national TV? 🤔

🚨 The Announcement That Started It All

During the episode, Kitty, a member of Hiraya, responded to the news, saying that while the exact date of the performance is still unknown, one thing is certain—it will happen within the year.

However, Carats were quick to question the legitimacy of this statement. And honestly? They have every reason to be skeptical. Here’s why:

🔥 5 MAJOR Reasons Why This Doesn’t Add Up

1️⃣ Seventeen Has NEVER Had a Front-Act Performance at Their Concerts

Seventeen’s concerts are famous for being self-contained—meaning no front acts, ever. The group’s fanbase knows this, so the idea that they’d suddenly change their format for an upcoming concert is… surprising, to say the least.

2️⃣ No Official Tour Announcement Has Been Made

Right now, HYBE and PLEDIS are focused on Seventeen’s upcoming fan meetings scheduled between March and May. There has been zero confirmation of an upcoming concert tour, making the timing of this announcement highly questionable.

3️⃣ Are Hiraya Even Allowed to Speak About It?

If this information were true, should Hiraya even be talking about it publicly? HYBE and PLEDIS are notorious for keeping tour schedules under wraps until an official announcement is made. If Hiraya really was chosen as a front act, speaking about it prematurely could result in serious consequences.

4️⃣ Why Would Dingdong Dantes Say This on National TV?

If the information isn’t accurate, why would a major celebrity like Dingdong Dantes make such a bold statement on television? Was it a misunderstanding? A publicity stunt? Or did he actually reveal something he wasn’t supposed to?

5️⃣ No Confirmation from HYBE or PLEDIS

Perhaps the most alarming thing is that neither HYBE nor PLEDIS have made an official statement about this. Given how strict they are when it comes to artist-related information leaks, the fact that the news broke on a local TV show instead of an official source is extremely unusual.

⚠️ Could This Hurt Hiraya?

If this announcement turns out to be false or premature, it could put Hiraya in a difficult position.

🔴 If they were misinformed, it could damage their credibility.
🔴 If they leaked real information, they could face backlash from HYBE.
🔴 If this was a misunderstanding, it could still hurt their reputation.

And let’s not forget—HYBE is known for being strict about protecting its artists and schedules. If someone within Hiraya or Family Feud Philippines accidentally revealed confidential details, there could be serious repercussions.

💬 Carats Are Demanding Answers!

With all these unanswered questions, fans are calling for immediate clarification from both Hiraya and Family Feud Philippines.

💬 “This doesn’t make sense. Seventeen never has front acts. Is this real or fake news?”
💬 “Why would they announce this before HYBE or PLEDIS? Something is off.”
💬 “If this is true, Hiraya could be in trouble for leaking the info… I hope they clear this up fast.”

⏳ So… What’s the Truth?

At this point, everything is speculation until an official confirmation (or denial) is made. But one thing is for sure—this unexpected announcement has created a whirlwind of rumors, controversy, and confusion.

Now, all eyes are on Hiraya, Family Feud Philippines, and HYBE to see how they will address this shocking situation.