BINI Kicks Off World Tour in Bulacan

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By Joseph Bernard A. Marzan

“Walo hanggang dulo!”

This was the battle cry of countless BLOOMs inside—and even outside—the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, as “the nation’s girl group” BINI launched its much-anticipated BINIverse World Tour 2025 on Feb. 15.

Originally planned as a Valentine’s Day encore of their three-day Grand BINIverse concert last November, the show turned into a massive celebration of their greatest hits with family, friends, and fans alike.

A Night of Unforgettable Performances

BINI kicked off the concert with their 2024 hit “Salamin, Salamin”, electrifying the crowd before diving into fan-favorite tracks like “Lagi,” “I Feel Good,” and “Karera.”

They also surprised fans by performing songs that weren’t included in their November concert setlist, including their debut anthems “Born to Win” and “Golden Arrow” as well as their 2022 hit “Strings.”

The members once again showcased their powerful duet covers, including:

• “Lose My Breath” (Destiny’s Child) – Aiah Arceta and Stacey Sevilleja
• “Greedy” (Tate McRae) and “When I Grow Up” (Pussycat Dolls) – Maloi Ricalde and Jhoanna Robles
• “My Oh My” (Kylie Minogue) and “Bad” (Christopher) – Mikha Lim and Gwen Apuli
• “Billie Jean” and “Smooth Criminal” (Michael Jackson) – Colet Vergara and Sheena Catacutan

After delivering a stirring ballad version of their 2024 song “Na Na Nandito Lang”, group leader Jhoanna Robles reassured fans:

“Nandito lang kami.” (We are just here.)

The members also spread out across the arena during their 2022 ballad “Huwag Muna Tayong Umuwi,” giving fans an up-close and personal experience.

Adding to the excitement, BINI performed their latest single “Blink Twice” live for the first time, just a day after its Feb. 13 release.

Looking Back at Humble Beginnings

During the show, BINI reflected on their early career, recalling the days they performed at the adjacent Philippine Sports Stadium—but without the massive crowds and recognition they enjoy today.

“I remember performing there, but it wasn’t like this because people didn’t know us back then,” Robles shared.

The night became even more special when Billboard Philippines surprised BINI with multiple honors, recognizing them as:

• Top Artist of 2024
• #1 on the Philippines Hot 100 and Philippines’ Top Songs charts
• Best Asia Act at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards

The concert also saw guest appearances from singer Maki and actors Paulo Avelino and Kim Chiu, who took the opportunity to promote their upcoming film “My Love Will Make You Disappear.”

Another major reveal came in the form of BINI’s new extended play (EP), “Biniverse,” which includes:

• “Cherry on Top” (plus a remix featuring Indonesian pop star Agnez Mo)
• “Blink Twice”
• “Zero Pressure”
• “Secrets” (featuring eaJ)
• “Out of My Head”

World Tour Expansion Announced

Fans were thrilled as BINI confirmed more stops for their world tour, including:

• Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai – May 18
• Wembley Arena, London – May 25

Upcoming North American stops include:
New York City, Washington D.C., Boston, Rosemont, Houston, Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Temecula, San Francisco, Seattle, and Vancouver.

BLOOMs Share Their Love for BINI

Some BLOOMs who attended the concert spoke with Daily Guardian about their devotion to the group.

Benica Ventilacion, a newly minted lawyer from Pasig, initially hesitated to attend due to the distance, but felt compelled to go as a gesture of gratitude to BINI—whom she credited for helping her get through the 2024 Bar Exams.

“Attending the concert is an important experience for every fan. I had only watched three different acts live in my lifetime. Even if I didn’t know the lyrics to all the songs, the experience was still electric,” she said.

“You just enjoy it and take it all in. You hear the crowd singing, being OA, and just having fun. You get to witness the playful kulitan moments—Mikha and Sheena’s surprises, Stacey’s humor, and the intense kilig of the OG Ships. My gosh, you can’t see moments like that anywhere else but at a concert,” she added.

For Ventilacion, it’s BINI’s undeniable bond that keeps her in the fandom.

“All artists are good at making music, but BINI complements each other so well. They lift each other up when needed, adjust seamlessly when someone is missing, and joke around like they’ve been best friends for 25 years. They’re just having fun together while it lasts—because walo hanggang dulo.”

Sonnet John Llaguno, who flew in from Iloilo, said attending the concert was his way of thanking the group for helping him during a difficult time.

“BINI comforted me when my family was going through a tough time last year. I saw a BLOOM post online that said, ‘You didn’t stan BINI late; you just found them when you needed them the most.’ I can attest to that. I would travel whenever I can just to see them,” he said.

For Llaguno, BINI’s sincerity and fearlessness are what make them stand out.

“They stay true to their promises. If they say they’ll give BLOOMs a concert they deserve, they will! They aren’t afraid to be themselves, they use their platform for social awareness, and they take accountability when they misstep,” he added.

His favorite moment?

“The ‘Huwag Muna Tayong Umuwi’ performance. No one can execute a heartfelt fan service like BINI. I’m sure I wasn’t the only fan who felt their deep love,” he said. (Photos courtesy of Sonnet John Llaguno and Benica Ventilacion.)