Seven years later, BTOB kept their promise to Melody as they returned for their solo Fan-Con.
On April 7, laughter, tears, and a new core memory filled the SM Mall of Asia Arena during the BTOB Fan Con in Manila. It feels unreal, yet BTOB has once again proven why they are known as healing idols.
This event is made possible by Ovation Productions, in partnership with A Planet and Fan Girl Asia.
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The venue was filled with Filipino Melody’s enthusiastic screams as the VCR began to flash on the screen. BTOB kicked off the special night with their live vocal performance of “The Song.” “Philippine Melody, scream!” was how BTOB greeted the crowd, looking stunning in their all-white attire.
BTOB also shared Tagalog words they had learned throughout their introduction. Such as “Kumusta,” “Pilipinas Melody kay ganda,” and our leadernim, Eunkwang’s iconic lines “Hay Nako,” and “Sobra sobra sobra sobra na-miss ko kayo.”
Members confessed that they were nervous because this was their first stop on their 2024 BTOB Fan Con Our Dream, and it had been a while since they had returned to Manila. Nevertheless, they were incredible for the entire evening.
When they sang “I’ll Be Your Man” and “Higher,” the mood got intense and hot. The transition from the iconic bridge part of “I’ll Be Your Man” to the high note in “Higher” that everyone didn’t expect.
BTOB Fan Con in Manila: A Dream Come True for Filipino Melody
Melody! Barrio Melody is now open!
Come and visit us at Coral way, Pacific Drive.😉
Please follow our guidelines so we could have a smooth and enjoyable event.
See you here~ 😁 pic.twitter.com/RHq4hDqWSx
— BTOB Philippines (@BTOBPH_) April 7, 2024
Moreover, a lot of preparation was made for BTOB and Melody by BTOB Philippines, a fanbase formed in 2012. The applauded fan group prepared lamp post banners, MOA Globe LED, and Barrio Melody, which is a place where fans can grab freebies from other fans, eat, and snap pictures using a photo booth.
Notably, to bring BTOB to the Philippines, BTOB Philippines has been conducting surveys for the past seven years. Let’s appreciate them for their hard work in supporting and bringing the best to both Melody and BTOB. To every Filipino Melody, a huge fandom hug to us for patiently waiting for this special moment.
Fan meeting experience
This is not a fan Con, without the experience of a fan meeting. Therefore, BTOB introduces the 99-second Relay Game. They have five stations in the game that they have to finish.
First, throw the hoop by Minhyuk; second, Eunkwang football trapping; third, flip the bottle by Changsub; fourth, Hyunsik transferred the chocolate; and lastly, shooting by Peniel. They succeeded in the game after a second attempt.
Messages from Melody that were collected before for the fancon were also shared. BTOB chose from the notes, Hyunsik selected the fans who requested that he recite the Tagalog tongue twister “Nakakapagpabagabag,” and Peniel selected the message “What’s your favorite Filipino food?” to which they replied, “Halo-halo, Sinigang, Buko pie, and San Miguel (beer).”
Meanwhile, Eunkwang chose the message “Can I challenge Eunkwang for gorilla face?” stating that it has been approximately ten years since he last did it before going ahead and making the gorilla face. Additionally, he performs a dance cover of TWS’s K-pop song “Plot Twist.”
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Healing songs by healing idols
“It’s okay, everything is gonna be okay.” ― BTOB, healing-dols (aka healing idols)
BTOB has always stated that they want to create music that will touch the hearts of their listeners. The warmth and soothing sounds of their songs serve as a gentle reminder that it’s alright to feel emotions and that you can always find your way back home.
They sang “It’s Okay,” “Remember That,” “Wind and Wish,” “Day & Night,” “Beautiful Pain,” and “Only One for Me.” Filipino Melody was once again treated to the soulful voices of BTOB as they skillfully performed these songs.
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In between performances, BTOB Philippines prepared a banner and a special fan video compilation featuring Filipino Melody’s message for BTOB, which concluded as fan projects.
Of course, BTOB’s fan-con would not be complete without hearing their hit song, “Missing You.” Filipino Melody finally experienced and performed the iconic fan chant for this song after seven years of waiting. Also, they performed “Blowin’ Up” to give all-out energy as they sang the second to the last song for the night.
The boys concluded the show with “Finale (Our Concert),” which kept the fans wanting more. Filipino Melody will undoubtedly remember this night when all their dreams came true.
Promises by BTOB
BTOB thanked all the fans for coming, saying that they did not expect so many Melody to attend their fan con. The group expressed their warmth and deep appreciation for the fan video prepared by the fans, and they also promised that the next time they return, it would be shorter than seven years. So, until next time, Filipino Melody will remember today and patiently wait for the next happy dream.
Ending the ment by our leader Eunkwang, “I will not forget today’s memory forever,” “So, until next time, I will remember today and stay put. Until then, be healthy, alright!” and shouted “Mahal ko kayo!”
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This event is presented by Ovation Productions, in partnership with A Planet and Fan Girl Asia. POP Journal is grateful for the media invite to attend and cover the BTOB “Our Dream” Fan-Con in Manila.
Event Coverage: Paula De La Cruz
Photos: Ovation Productions, Bea Ibañez, Paula De La Cruz
