IKON’s Bobby Confesses That He Expected Filipino Fans To Forget About Them—But He Had Nothing To Worry About

Pinoy K-Pop fans were in for a treat on September 23 when ATEEZ, GOT7‘s Youngjae, and iKON performed at K-Pop Masterz 2 in Manila, Philippines.

It was the latter who closed the night with a setlist consisting of “Sinosijak,” “BLING BLING,” “Rhythm Ta,” “Love Scenario,” “Freedom,” and “But You.”

Prior to lighting up the stage with “Freedom,” the members lined up before the concert-goers while Bobby gave a short speech. He confessed that he thought the group’s popularity had waned in the Philippines and few fans would come to see them.

Before we move on to the next song, actually, we were worried that maybe…what if…what if, maybe, you guys might have forgotten us?

— Bobby

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It wasn’t just him but also the rest of the group who was concerned about the participant count: “We were worried, what if you guys don’t come tonight?”

These thoughts plagued Bobby from the time he was in Korea until the moment his plane landed in Manila. Fortunately, he soon realized that it was an unfounded worry when he saw iKONICs greet him and his members at the airport.

But as soon as we jumped off the plane when we arrived at the airport, we could feel this warm air welcoming us in Manila.

— Bobby

Sharing my video na kinilig ako ng sobra Bobby you’re so kind and all iKON artists ay mababait #iKON #iKONinManila #KpopMasterzinManila2022 pic.twitter.com/j2MbkVMF8x

— Kim Dali (@KimDali97) September 22, 2022

Bobby and the rest of the group confirmed that they “worried for nothing.” The former expressed his gratitude at having been showered with love their entire trip.

I was worried about nothing! Because of you guys we felt so many blessings. Thank you so much for coming out tonight. Last but not least, we missed you so much.

— Bobby

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On their part, the Pinoy iKONICs immediately shouted “No!” once they heard Bobby talk about being forgotten.

"Maybe you guise have forgotten us…"

NEVER!!!!!!!!! YOU HAVE US ALWAYS IN ALL WAYS! pic.twitter.com/NRfWdqaZax

— kitten • ia (@yesimkitten) September 23, 2022

They trended the words “Siraulo ka ba” to express their feelings about Bobby’s words.

It came from a viral video of a fan who negated the rapper’s words with a heartfelt and relatable reaction.

Are you out of your mind? I could never forget you.

— Filipino iKONIC

"Maybe you guise have forgotten us…"

NEVER!!!!!!!!! YOU HAVE US ALWAYS IN ALL WAYS! pic.twitter.com/NRfWdqaZax

— kitten • ia (@yesimkitten) September 23, 2022

That "SIRAULO KA BA?" GOT ME LAUGHING SO HARD! HAHAHAHAHA But seriously, YOU GUYS YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE HERE! HUHUHU KAYA SOLO CON NA PLS @YG_iKONIC@ygent_official#iKONinManila#KpopMasterzinManila2022 pic.twitter.com/lAsvl7e6LD

— Anne (@shxxbi0923) September 23, 2022

When Bobby said, " I thought you guys forgotten me (us),

I was like, wait, how could I forget about iKON? iKON is my flashlight, and u guys have no idea how you changed my life to those days when I couldn't smile.

SIRAULO KA BA !!!#iKONinManila

— asta (@lylnkr) September 23, 2022

They proved their words by covering Araneta Coliseum with a red ocean, iKON’s official color.

Look at the crowd! Now I understand why Yunhyeong was teary eyed just after their intro.Look at this red ocean!Bobby said they’re worried that iKONICs have forgotten them & will not show up, but we proved them wrong!Hoping for a solo concert next year ???? #iKONatKpopMasterz2inMNL pic.twitter.com/SEZLqiKFJ4

— this girl saw iKON and TREASURE in 2022 (@fortreasurebbs) September 23, 2022

this is ikonic. #KpopMasterz2inManila pic.twitter.com/Dh23Xfrh2U

— roan (@131writer) September 23, 2022

They also made sure to scream loudly for several long seconds when the concert’s MC asked them to show their love for iKON. As evidenced by the expressions and gasps of the members, they were amazed by the warm welcome they received.

Ryan Bang asked the people to shout and the ikons were shocked to hear how loud the coliseum went. Bobby said he thought the fans might've forgotten about them; good thing this happened, it cleared up their minds. pic.twitter.com/kwK3TA4cCu

— 제란 (@yunbinic) September 23, 2022

iKON’s CROWD IS CRAZY LOUD!! iKON are amazed!! they even removed their in ears and said wow!!#KpopMasterz2inManila #iKON #iKONatKpopMasterz2inMNL #BOBBY pic.twitter.com/puH9385YDf

— ♡ (@ACTJISUS) September 23, 2022

They made their voices hoarse by shouting during each song as well.

Bobby was so surprised to hear iKONICS rapping to his part in Love Scenario! ????#iKON #KpopMasterz2inManila pic.twitter.com/1qQVBUaCCj

— ᴍʏʟᴇɴᴇ (@chanbinsari) September 23, 2022

this is BOBBY the whole show. he couldn’t get the smile off of his face when he started hearing iKONICS’ loud chants. he was afraid he won’t ever receive the kind of cheers they got in 2018 in MNL, but he said, “i was worrying about nothing! thank you!” he was happy. so so happy. pic.twitter.com/Hc8qaZUZ4g

— ♡ (@ACTJISUS) September 23, 2022

The YG Entertainment boy group reciprocated the love of their fans in many ways that night. They did not skimp at all when it came to fanservice, stepping down from the stage to greet fans up close and ending with an encore despite the first K-Pop Masterz concert not doing so.

BOBBY WENT DOWN TO THE CROWD!!!! FANSERVICE KING! #KpopMasterz2inManila #iKONinManila #iKON pic.twitter.com/CilSB07IOJ

— ◡̈⃝ (@ohxhorattt) September 23, 2022

In related news, iKONICs were also praised for respecting the privacy of the boy group when they roamed around Manila. Read more about it below.

Pinoy iKONICS Praised For Respecting iKON’s Privacy During Their Break Time In The Philippines