Tuesday, November 18, 2025
FTISLAND made a triumphant return to Malaysia on 15 November 2025 (Saturday) with their 2025 LIVE “MAD HAPPY” live performance at Mega Star Area. From the very first chord, the venue was alive with electrical energy, the group standing and leaping in unison, the ground shaking with the drive of Malaysian primadonnas embracing each beat.
The present kicked off with the band enjoying reside, after all, setting the stage for a night the place the vitality by no means dipped. From begin to end, followers vibed, headbanged, and sang alongside, embodying the very essence of the “MAD HAPPY” idea.
Hong Ki defined the theme behind the live performance, emphasizing that it was all about letting followers have enjoyable crazily. Regardless of carrying a brace as a consequence of a again harm, Hong Ki’s vitality by no means faltered, proving no impediment may gradual him down.
One of many night time’s most emotional moments got here with Minhwan’s return. Having been on hiatus final yr, Minhwan was warmly welcomed by followers, expressing heartfelt gratitude for his or her persistence and apologizing for the time away. His sincerity drew tears and cheers alike, whereas Hong Ki casually munched on bananas close by, including a contact of levity to the transferring trade.
Jaejin additionally shared his admiration for the boundless Malaysian vitality, noting how followers may leap, sing, and movie concurrently, one thing he admitted he may by no means handle himself. He additionally joked about Hong Ki consuming bananas mid-performance, a necessity fueled by the countless stamina of the group.
Musically, the live performance leaned into high-energy, summer-themed rock tracks fairly than FTISLAND’s typical chart-toppers. Highlights included the band’s first-ever efficiency of “LOVE IN THE CITY” in Malaysia. They expressed their hope to return much more typically and hinted at desirous to deliver FTSODE to Malaysia sooner or later, making the night time really feel intimate, thrilling, and historic.
As the ultimate notes reverberated via Mega Star Area, it was clear that the night time had captured the whole lot the “MAD HAPPY” idea promised: pure, unbridled enjoyable, shared between a band and its devoted followers. Particular due to CK Star Leisure Malaysia for inviting us.
