ITZY’s highly anticipated Second World Tour, ‘Born To Be,’ made an unforgettable stop in Manila on August 3, bringing electrifying performances and heartfelt moments to the MOA Arena. The concert showcased the group’s remarkable talent and their deep connection with their fans, MIDZY.
Prior to the concert, ITZY held their second press conference in Manila at the Glorietta 4 Activity Center. The event was attended by Yeji, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna, with Lia absent due to health issues. Despite her absence, the remaining members exuded enthusiasm and warmth during the press event.
The members introduced themselves and engaged with the press in Filipino, with Ryujin’s phrase “Manila, ang galing ninyo,” receiving enthusiastic praise from the crowd. Chaeryeong highlighted that this tour’s unique feature is the addition of a live band, enhancing the performance experience. ITZY also fondly recalled their appreciation for the Filipino phrase “Mahal kita,” as they returned to the Philippines.
The event featured a lively mini-game, “Who’s Most Like with ITZY,” which sparked engaging discussions and allowed attendees to learn more about each member. The press conference concluded with a raffle, where lucky fans won signed polaroids and posters from the members.
The next day, ITZY’s concert kicked off with an extended version of their title song, ‘Born To Be,’ enhanced by a live band that added extra excitement to the performance. The audience was immediately energized as Yeji, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna took the stage, delivering a vibrant start to the show.
Following the opening performance, ITZY continued with three dynamic sets. Yeji stirred anticipation by teasing the powerful performances yet to come, setting the stage for a memorable night.
The second act featured solo performances by each member, with Chaeryeong performing “Mine,” Ryujin presenting “Run Away,” Yuna delivering “Yet, but,” and Yeji concluding with “Crown on My Head.” These solo stages highlighted the individual talents and charisma of each member, intensifying the crowd’s excitement.
The third and fourth acts of ‘Born To Be ’featured six powerful songs each, interspersed with engaging ments. The group discussed their solo preparations and connected deeply with the fans, creating a strong bond.
As the concert approached its climax, ITZY hinted at their final song but promised an encore if the fans showed enough enthusiasm. The night took an interactive turn with a dance challenge, where randomly selected fans showcased their dance skills to ITZY’s choreographies. This fun segment, along with fan sing-alongs, fueled the excitement and led to a highly anticipated encore.
ITZY returned to the stage for four encore performances: “Love Is,” “Be In Love,” “Boys Like You,” and concluded with “Dalla Dalla.” During the encore, a fan video project was displayed, commemorating ITZY’s 2000 days in K-pop. The emotional tribute brought both the members and fans to tears, underscoring the strong bond between ITZY and their Manila MIDZY.
In their heartfelt messages to fans, the members expressed their gratitude. “Thank you for always waiting for us and being there for us. Manila MIDZY, you are the best! Performing on stage with you was incredibly enjoyable. I’ll always remember this day. Thank you! Salamat po!,” Yeji said.
“I really looked forward to today, and it was perfect. Thank you for spending your time with us. I hope you enjoyed it,” Ryujin added.
“Thank you so much for cheering for us and staying by our side. Tonight will be unforgettable for me. Manila MIDZY never disappoints us. Your passion and love are always overwhelming. We made this night together,” Chaeryeong stated.
Yuna then followed, saying, “The brightest smile I had was in front of MIDZY. Thank you for cheering us on and staying with us until day 2000.”
ITZY’s ‘Born To Be’ tour stop in Manila was unforgettable for both fans and the group, successfully celebrating their journey together and creating lifelong memories.
The event was made possible by Live Nation Philippines.
