SB19 REACTION: KwentoJuan - The Struggle in the Hustle Ft. SB19 [EP 5] | The Juans 

Waiting for part 2 :D They're so inspiring, for real. Pablo's right, living in the Philippines is really hard - this is a third world country with a lot of corrupt adults (and gov't officials). The youth are often boxed in the idea that they need to study THEN help their family to survive. That's the reason why so many dreams die even before it becomes a reality. This is the very reason why SB19 story is special. They were formed during the time that Filipino Pop isn't even a main thing. Boy groups are frowned upon. As they say, Philippines is a land of soloists and belters. A lot of groups have tried but didn't make it to mainstream media. They are always compared to Kpop and people are always putting them in bad light. Yes, ShowBT is a korean company, but in reality (as they mentioned in prev interviews), it's an events company. It's not a huge or highly organized company where they can be fed or provided shelter during their trainee days. That's why you'd notice that in their interviews - food, shelter, transportation even their costumes are things they lacked even if they're under a company. And honestly, even to this day - a lot of Filipinos do not support them. I see it first hand. That's the reason why A'TIN are also working hard with SB19 to promote SB19's craft. I personally had to defend them from others when they talk bad about hearsays like "oh they're not good live, o they had a lot of stuff done". Good gracious, I have never supported a Filipino artist that I have to defend from so many casuals. This group is deeply-rooted in their vision and have withstood the test of time (in a relatively short time) If you guys know what I mean. They are proudly singing in Filipino. They are proud of who they are and what they had to do to survive, they love their families and are always supportive of each other, they believe in their faith and in God. - Tbh, they embody the core value of a Filipino.

Ken also did an interview where he shared his experience moving from the province to Manila. From his awkwardness dragging a half sack of rice in the airport to getting soaked in the rain during the night while staying with his aunt. The interview is quite long but inspiring.

Ability can take you to the top but it takes a character to keep you there.

I saw a comment already telling you that they are a band (with instruments btw) called The Juans and suggesting for you to listen to the song “Hindi Tayo Pwede”, but im gonna say it again, haha, have a listen to it. Its really good. One of my faves. They are both the brand ambassadors of TM, which is a cellular service brand in the Philippines. They’ve been good friends ever since, you will see them in some of SB19’s videos in YT and vice versa. Both group are sometimes or usually nominated for the same category in some music awards. The Juans are very supportive of SB19, they were there in Manila’s Pagtatag con. 😊

Josh's life is the most sad for me. I'm not really sure where I watched where he shared his story but he was the most unfortunate growing up. That's is probably why he grew up with a very strong personality because of his experiences. A'tin (especially BBQs, Josh's fans) are extra protective of him because of this.

Josh’s story is why I root for him. Of course I root for them all. But seeing him smile, enjoy himself, finally live out his childhood dreams now makes me so happy for him. He just seems so genuinely grateful for everything he’s achieving/receiving now. Just a happy to be here type of guy.

You're absolutely right... Josh was just scratching the surface. They all had their own hardships, but Josh's story was really heartbreaking to hear. He posted a video on his own youtube channel and opened up about his past and all the things that him and his family went through...things he didn't explain in this KwentoJuan podcast. He went into detail about things he went through growing up, but the traumas he endured made him a stronger person today. I tried looking for that video again, but couldn't find it. He probably deleted it.

3:42 hello, beautiful😍. That's the real background of his room. Kuya Yani assisted in decorating it, and there's a video titled 'Justin De Dios Room Makeover by Yani: Man Cave Design' on his RU-vid channel.

The Juans play instruments while singing. They met in Church, them being Born-Again Christians like Ken and Pablo. They have a string of hits you might wanna check: Hindi Tayo Pwede, Hatid, and my favorite Back Home. 😊

Glad you took the time to get to know each member’s story; if you think their music is inspiring, you’ll find it more meaningful once you know the back story in each lyric line. Their stories make their songs stand out, imo - and what turns regular fans into loyal stans.

From what I remember on one of Ken’s interviews. When he was staying at his aunt’s house, he has to do chores and he experienced not sleeping at night time whenever it’s raining hard coz the roof of the apartment at her aunt’s house was under renovation and there was no roof above him and when it rains he doesn’t sleep at all. He was just standing all night and trying to scoop out the water out of the house until morning . He fought for his dreams that he’s been believing. He didnt give up even all hard work that he needs to do. Dropping his nephew to school, cooking food, cleaning the house etc. I admire him so much & I have too much respect on him that’s why he is my bias.

I think Josh has the most struggle emotionally mentally and physically with his family aa a big concern as well. Ken's struggles were being away from his family while going through some hardships and tried to be strong on his own. His other full interview in a podcast says it all. Pablo's struggle is going through his own personal frustrations as an artist. Stell is undeniably talented yet his struggle was that inner voice fighting his past insecurities or weaknesses. Justine is more about proving his worth as he didn't have the same struggle as the group. But together with the fragments of each strengths they became invincible. Working really hard for their dreams the collective effort from the leader to the members are like blood veins essential to make the heart beat.

Josh and Pablo really made me cry.Of course all 5 of them had different struggles, but for me josh really had the most difficult one..he started working at 15, has lived by himself because he ran away from home and been independent at a very young age, never met his father,and can't afford school. He was raised only by his mother, but basically, they were living in poverty after they went bankrupt. He was also physically abused by his nanny during his childhood.Josh truly has a soft spot in my heart 😢

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. These boys are where they are without having relied on the “normal” way the world works for a huge reason. They will impact the world in extraordinary ways. I can’t wait to see, along with the rest of the planet, what this will be. Thanks for the support and interest you give them, Melanie. I’m sure your part in making them known to more people is an important piece of their future and contribution to humanity. 🎉❤😊

Josh is very open about the hardships he had suffered during his childhood. He revealed a lot on his Vlog, but noticed he had taken down that specific episode (you may find it via other reactors). Him and his sister were physically abused by a nanny, the family went through bankruptcy and evicted (multiple times), and he eventually split from his family and was homeless a while. I think he alluded to suffering depression/suicidal thoughts during this period on his vlog. Just devastating.

You know what me me really stan them harder? It is because of their inspiring experiences, how they give it their all to get where they are now. Best decision in life is to stan MAHALIMA. Mahal natin ang lima, mahal tayo ng lima. 💙💙💙💙💙

Finally! the juans are one of SB19’s closest friends in the industry and spend their days off and vacation times together. Hindi Tayo Pwede is a fantastic intro or Salamin. Their songs, like SB19’s also take on difficult topics set to beautiful music. Something to look forward to after your surgery!

The Juans are SB19's artist best friends. They hang out even behind the camera. They have the same goal in music industry and they're both very great REAL artists who wear their hearts on their sleeves. Check out their song where Stell was featured in. It's called Salamin.

Hi Melanie I think you haven't seen these yet. SLMT, WIN YOUR HEART and MERRY MUNCHKINS. 😊

Mel thank you for this, I love how empathic you are, as I Feel the same every time I see this interview, I get teary too. The individual Story that Cashual Chuck made sort of cover some of the story Josh told on his vlogs, also really good content to watch. The Juans are also amazing artists, I love Salamin MV, Anghel and Hindi Tayo Puwede. But I know so much to catch up with SB19 contents still, looking forward to episode 5 of Kuwentong Juan, its only 2 episodes. 💙💙💙💙💙

So happy you finally watched this interview.

This sounds dramatic but I legit clapped my hands when I saw you uploaded a new sb19 video lol. I havent watched this kwentong juan ep in full, so its good to watch it with a co-atin :) And you always upload at a time when I need to distract myself hahahah. Thank you, Mel 😅

Ken didn't even mentioned that there were times he slept in the floor without a roof and every time it rains, he just have to stand in the corner getting soaked and no sleep. He just waited until morning or until the rain stops but he still comes to there practice even with those situations. He didn't even complained to his aunt about that. And yeah, sometimes we just have to be smacked in the head hard so that we will realize how lucky we are than other people.

Hi Melanie, The Juans is a band in PH. You can also check their SALAMIN MV. Stell is featured there. 😊

They are organic, something like from zero to hero.

I’m just excited for you to really deep dive onto their stories, Btw The Juans is A band Based in Bulacan (Province in PH) They have been in the industry for a long time they debut around 2013 and still active as a group. Their songs is pretty well known and they have a great music and message through their songs. SB19 & THE JUANS IS PRETTY CLOSED FRIENDS THEY HAVE BEEN MEETING JUST TO HANGOUT AND THEY EVEN GO TO TRIPS TOGETHER STELL & JUSTIN HAVE A VLOG ON THAT AND ALSO ON THE JUANS CHANNEL, SB19 ALSO INVITE THE JUANS ON THEIR 4TH CON ANNIVERSARY AS A SPECIAL GUEST AND FOR ME THAT WAS THE BEST CONCERT EVEN IT’S ONLINEEEEE THEY HAVE MANY SONGS COLLBORATION FOR THEIR TM endorsement, you should do next time SB19 songs for ads because it’s really good!! lastly you should ready a tissue for the next episode

The last part is really emotional it's the first time pablo open up his story

Hi Mel! Love your reactions, always. Can't wait for the second part of this interview. For deeper story about their life before I think for Josh it's in his vlog he shared his heartbreaking past there. His story literally broke my heart, like how cruel the world to him. For Ken, it's in his interview I think with Dougbrock Radio it's hours long interview but worth it. Ken shared deeper of his story there. And that interview thought me to never take anything for granted and be grateful for what I have. I think it's not only because of his aura and charisma that's why I'm a Ken biased his life stories definitely left a biggest impact on my being.

If you want to do a deep dive on yo mans (Ken 🐣😂) I recommend dougbrock tv's FELIP interview. He literally recounted his whole life there 😅

I'm so excited for you to watch the episode 6 😭 And yes, cashual chuck created a mini documentary for them (individually) hopefully you can also watch that ❤️ Good luck with your eye surgery 🫶🏻

16:27 Yes they are also a band. They also write their own songs. You should check them out. :) They also did a collab with SB19 for an ad for TM. 😊

Thank you

Kakaiyak naman.. 💙💙💙💙💙 you Mahalima!🤘 More blessings.. Ingatan🙏

Felip-DougBrock Radio -Episode 89

Stell's Las Piñas - Marikina commute is about 2 hrs each way ±30 mins (depending on where exactly his start and end points are), with multiple transfers. It can be longer during rush hour, and when it rains.

30:13 Hi Mel! Actually Josh had a vlog before where he told his whole life story but I believe it's now in private. His life story is really inspiring. It was the hardest but I admire him more for not giving up. You can check Casualchuck's solo episode deep dive into him. It's pretty accurate. Josh is the best Kuya for me (big brother). So caring and kind.

I want you to watch their valentines special haha

I find Stell's looks here very cute. He looks humble, genuine,and sincere. The way he talks,mararamdaman mo ung puso nya. I am a sisiw pero love ko silang lahat.

You can look for the episode 6 dear

Waiting for the episode 6 ❤️❤️❤️

Yes, you’re right! Josh’s only scraped the surface. He has endured all (or at least many) of the different types of abuses starting since he was less than 3yo. Maybe you can find his now privated video of his childhood somewhere. And yeah! A part missing from Stell’s that I’ve heard in a different interview is that his family was so poor in the past that his grandma carved and made their make shift “house” using the land on the side of a river under a bridge I think

Please watch the part 2 Ep. 6 Mel continuation from stell to Pablo was the last to tell his story which is way more emotional that when I watch Pablo’s part I breakdown in tears 😭. I hope you can continue watching it Mel. Carl the leader of the group the Juans and other members has so many beautiful messages inputs and the way they process the stories of the boys is so touching 🥹👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. Their stories the SB19’s humble beginnings and struggles was the major factor why I started liking them even more and rooting for their success, apart from their mind blowing talents and creativeness. SB19’s life stories was the cherry 🍒 on top of all their success and recognition internationally. Thanks Melanie ❤

Yahh these guys deserve it

OMG OMG OMG IT’S HERE 😭 ok time to cry…

They have also individual stories from casual chuck😊

Hey Melanie! Check out ‘Back Home’ by the Juans - great song, great vocals, great music.

Hehe cutie Stell, this time he lost a tooth hahaha ❤

emotional interview

They are called The Juans, they're a band in the philippines

You can react even 1hour we dont mind. 😊 We love long RV.

Watch out for attention cover... nice choreo

Good morning Melanie.💙💙💙

Hi Melanie hope you could react to SB19 PepsiLove performance..😊

The Juans are also a band here in the PH. They sang together during the TM Team Tayo performance. :)

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They really went through a lot. Please react to their individual story made by Cashual Chuck. "What nobody understands about Pablo/Stell/Josh/Ken".

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If you haven't heared The Juans music/songs, go please check them out. They are great artist/band.

The Juans is an OPM band, more mainstream than SB19 coz they sing "hugot" love songs (overly emotional, often using exaggerated wordings to highlight the emotions) that majority of Filipinos listen to. Did you notice Stell's chipped.front tooth. 😂 He's so cute. Get an idol who's so relatable and DGAF about their appearance. I remember, he announced his chipped tooth via a tiktok live before. He was so adorable and funny! He had braces in his lower teeth that time that he was grinding his teeth when he sleeps. To add, the closest member to THE JUAN is Stell, particularly with CARL (the leader, the one who's at the middle who speaks well) and RJ, the youngest. CARL was so fond of Stell that he calls him COUSIN even if they are not related. They treat Stell like a baby and also the reason why they asked Stell to appear in their SALAMIN MV.

waiting for episode 6 please…

try their zach sang interview mel! loved your reactions!

Listen to Pablo's story and you'll understand La Luna better 😊

The last episode is 6... I'm waiting ☺️

Yes cashualchuck had more detailed story of each of the members

who are these guys?? They're the Juans!! they're sooo good you need to check out their songs lol - The Juans "Hindi tayo pwede"!! i get goosebumps when i hear that song

Josh never met his dad and her mom and sister is always fighting everyday. He didn’t finished grade school i think he only reach grade 3 or 4 and he need to stop because they don’t have money.

Just go to their vlogs rather than watch content creators. You'd hear their stories from themselves. Thanks for this.