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ZOONIZINI apologized for coming so late and thanked Filo AROHAs for waiting nine long years, as they brought the DICE album to life at the Manila fanparty.
After a nine-year wait, Filipino AROHAs finally reunited with ASTRO MJ and Jinjin at the 2025 ZOONIZINI FANPARTY [Roll The Dice] in Manila, rolling out a night of fun, music, and lasting memories on October 11, at the UP Theater, presented by Wish Us Luck.
ZOONIZINI opened the fanparty with “New World,” a perfect start that welcomed everyone into their fanparty. Filo AROHAs, who had been waiting for nine years, greeted them with loud cheers and boundless energy.
The host praised Filo AROHAs for their generosity, highlighting the charity drives they organized so more fans could attend the fanparty. “That’s what you do—you inspire them,” the host said to MJ and Jinjin, who both stood, applauding the AROHAs and smiling warmly at them.
ZOONIZINI knew how long Filo AROHAs had been waiting for them to visit Manila. “Sorry about that. Just as much as you’ve waited, the welcome is really loud, and we’re really happy right now,” Jinjin said.
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ZOONIZINI played Filipino street games in the Rollaround Relay
Before the actual game, ZOONIZINI was challenged to say Tagalog phrases—“Lagi namin kayong namimiss,” “Mahal namin kayo,” and “Mahal kita”—directly addressing the AROHAs.
For the first game, ZOONIZINI played five Filipino street games—jackstone, luksong baka, sipa, tumbang preso, and piko (hopscotch). MJ completed all of them in just 29 seconds, while Jinjin finished in 54 seconds, which meant he had to drink calamansi juice—and had to keep smiling throughout.
They then performed “Favorite Memory,” and it truly was one—hearing it live felt surreal. The song, the vocals, the atmosphere, the cheers of AROHAs, and the stage all came together perfectly, touching every PH AROHA’s heart.
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MJ and Jinjin guess ASTRO songs from Tagalog-translated lyrics
For the second game, ZOONIZINI guessed ASTRO songs with lyrics translated into Tagalog. The songs included “Crazy Sexy Cool,” “Breathless,” “Cat’s Eye,” “Like Stars,” and “Confession.” They found it hard, but with help from the AROHAs, they guessed correctly and danced to each song, delighting everyone in the crowd.
The fun grew even bigger when ZOONIZINI performed two of the most exciting songs from the DICE album, “Some Things Never Change” and “Utopia.” The upbeat tracks had everyone on their feet, waving their Robong lightsticks and singing along as the energy in the venue skyrocketed, prompting everyone to “Dance, Dance, Dance.”
The UP Theater heated up not only from everyone’s energy but also when Jinjin showed his abs. AROHAs asked to see MJ’s too, but he said, “6 packs? No, 1 pack,” pointing at his tummy but tried to show his biceps instead.
Jinjin said, “Because I was able to receive so much good energy from you, I thought I should come back here,” while MJ apologized for being late and promised to return for Filo AROHAs. Jinjin also promised to come back, adding, “Your energy is really no joke, to the point that I don’t wanna go back to Korea,” as everyone shouted, “Walang uuwi.”
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Fan Projects prepared by Filo Arohas
When Jinjin announced, “The next song isss…,” he noticed the footprints from San-ha’s fancon last August 24 and got excited, saying, “I love it.” He also loved hearing “pogi,” which made him even more excited and dance along as AROHAs chanted.
ZOONIZINI then performed “Starlight Voyage,” hyping everyone even more. Jinjin’s energetic rap and groove, paired with MJ’s goosebump-inducing vocals, had everyone’s hearts racing. AROHAs surprised them with long green and orange confetti, waving it enthusiastically as they performed.
They then enjoyed the fan projects, from the videos, dice cakes, and banners, saying, “You really prepared a lot, thank you so much.” They captured and saved this favorite memory with the Filo AROHAs with a picture.
AROHAs requested “Call Out,” a looping encore song by ASTRO, but Jinjin said that if ZOONIZINI releases another album, he’ll make sure to include an encore song like it.
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ZOONIZINI’s last message for Filo AROHAs
MJ said, “I realized AROHAs have been waiting for us for such a long time, and we’re really sorry for coming so late. We will make sure to come more often.” He added that they would work hard to meet AROHAs more often, expressing his gratitude for everyone’s energy and wishing everyone happiness.
Following this, Jinjin shared his heartfelt appreciation, saying,
Thank you so much for waiting for us for 9 years. We were able to visit the Philippines because of AROHAs who waited for us for 9 full years, and I know that was really difficult.
He apologized for not visiting sooner and promised, “I’ll try my best to fill that vacancy of time that I was not able to come here… we will make sure that we will release a better album and come back here.”
He also acknowledged the energy he received from the fans, saying it made him happy, and encouraged everyone to keep supporting ASTRO while he and the members always keep AROHAs in their hearts.
They both said “Mahal Kita” in their messages and then proceeded to sing their final song, “Restart.”
The 2025 ZOONIZINI FANPARTY [Roll The Dice] in Manila became a favorite memory for Filo AROHAs
Seeing MJ’s contagious laughter, the happy virus that he is, along with Jinjin’s smiles, playful energy, and reassuring words, fulfilled every Filo AROHA’s heart after years of waiting. Thank you, ZOONIZINI, for bringing the DICE album to Manila, for finally visiting us, and for creating memories we will cherish for years to come. Every moment of the fanparty was truly special and has become a part of every Filo AROHA’s favorite memory.
Just as Filo AROHAs said on their banner:
Even if the game restarts, AROHA’s love for ZOONIZINI will never change.
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Special thanks to Wish Us Luck for inviting Pop Journal to cover the 2025 ZOONIZINI FANPARTY [Roll The Dice] in Manila.
Photos: Bea Ibañez
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