After their earlier go to to the Philippines throughout the 2023 Asia Artist Awards, the Ok-pop group BOYNEXTDOOR returned this 2025 for one more thrilling occasion, as soon as once more introduced by Pulp Stay World. On March 22, 2025, the group kicked off their KNOCK ON Vol.1 tour in Manila, bringing their first-ever solo live performance to the Huge Dome—Sensible Araneta Coliseum.
Jaehyun, Sungho, Riwoo, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak opened the night time with an lively efficiency of “Earth, Wind & Fireplace,” adopted by “Harmful.” The boys greeted the enthusiastic crowd, marking their first live performance within the Philippines, and even expressed their pleasure in Tagalog. They shared phrases like “edi wow,” “mahal ko kayo” (we love you), and “masaya kami makita kayo” (we’re glad to see you), connecting with the viewers on a deeper degree.
BOYNEXTDOOR continued their set with hits like “However I Like You,” “l i f e i s c o o l,” “OUR,” and “Name Me.” One of many standout moments was their efficiency of “20,” with the English lyrics displayed on the display screen, permitting followers to additional immerse within the music’s which means.
In a lighthearted second, the group despatched a “love name” to Filipino quick meals chain Jollibee, jokingly saying they might like to be the following endorsers of the model. The viewers responded enthusiastically to the playful suggestion and even chanted “Jollibee! Jollibee!” throughout their ment.
The live performance then reached a peak with their present trending observe, “IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU,” adopted by a cute second with “ABCDLOVE,” the place the members carried out with plushies. In addition they made their manner down the stage to work together with followers throughout “Amnesia,” assembly these within the barricade space up-close. Some fortunate followers even obtained to have a bunch selca with the members.
BOYNEXTDOOR additionally sang two OST tracks: “Fortunate Appeal,” from the Korean drama “Miss Day and Night time,” and “Fadeaway,” from the Webtoon “GARBAGE TIME.”
The group then carried out a sequence of songs all through the night time, together with “Crying,” “Typically,” “Gonna Be A Rock,” “One And Solely,” and “SKIT.” Their freestyle dance section was one other fan favourite, showcasing the members’ dancing expertise and stage presence.
Earlier than closing the night time, BOYNEXTDOOR gave flowers to fortunate ONEDOORs and ended the live performance with “Serenade” and “400 Years.” The group returned for an encore, performing “So Let’s Go See the Stars,” which some followers hurriedly returning to their seats–as some believed the live performance have ended.
All through the live performance, BOYNEXTDOOR showcased their youthful power and energy to attach with followers in each English and Tagalog. The group’s crowd engagement, whether or not by way of language or direct interplay, is commendable.
Followers have praised BOYNEXTDOOR for his or her bubbly and enjoyable songs and the sincerity they convey to each efficiency. With KNOCK ON Vol.1 in Manila, the group was capable of present why they’re changing into considered one of this technology’s rising Ok-pop teams.
