ENHYPEN is back in Manila, and this time, they brought the heat back to Araneta Coliseum! Just seven months after their memorable BENCH/ fun meet, Jungwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-ki returned for the DES7INED Fun Meet brought by the Philippines’ Pasalubong ng Bayan, Dunkin’. From exciting games to jaw-dropping performances, here are the top 5 highlights that made the night extra special:
1. Hosting That Hit the Sweet Spot
Ai Dela Cruz set the tone perfectly, hyping up the crowd with her energetic hosting and infectious love for the group. From teasing what was to come to leading chants that shook the Coliseum, she got everyone excited and ready for the boys even before they stepped on stage. It was clear—Ai is an ENGENE at heart!
2. Performances That Lit Up the Stage
The venue erupted as ENHYPEN kicked off their set with No Doubt, marking its first live performance in the Philippines. Balancing games with music, they kept the energy alive—following the first game with the crowd-favorite Bills. Later, after another game, they wrapped up their performances with the powerful Brought The Heat Back. Each song and every move captivated the audience, turning Araneta Coliseum into a dazzling sea of lightsticks and thunderous cheers that could have easily filled another stadium!
3. Games That Showcased ENHYPEN’s Charm
The fun meet wasn’t just about performances—ENHYPEN’s playful side shone during the games, too!
Wheel of Destiny: Each member spun the wheel and rose to the challenges:
- Jungwon channeled his inner cat with adorable meows and gestures.
- Heeseung serenaded ENGENEs with Can’t Feel My Face by The Weeknd.
- Jay danced to XO, showing off his smooth moves.
- Jake melted hearts with his witty Filipino pick-up line: “Kape ba kayo? Masaya akong kape-ling kayo!” (Are you coffee? I’m happy when I’m with you.)
- Sunghoon shared a TMI about visiting a Dunkin’ branch to film exclusive content.
- Sunoo locked eyes with fans for 10 intense (and adorable) seconds.
- Ni-ki’s aegyo stole the show, especially when he—cutely, but forcefully— had Jay join in for extra laughs!
Destined Connection: A hilarious guessing game where members identified body parts on screen. Sunoo emerged victorious after a tie-breaker round with Sunghoon and Ni-ki.
4. A Full Hour and a Half with the sevEN
Unlike most fan meets that wrap up within an hour, or sometimes even less, this one lasted a generous 90 minutes. Every second was packed with laughter, surprises, and heartfelt interactions, giving fans more time to connect with their idols. It was pure magic from start to finish!
5. An Ending to Daydream About
During Brought The Heat Back, an unexpected rain of balloons and confetti caught the boys off guard, leading to hilarious choreography missteps, playful antics, and uncontrollable laughter. Even after the lights dimmed post-performance, the boys stayed on stage, throwing balloons into the crowd and dancing. Production had to turn the lights back on as they hyped fans for one last round of fun. Jake’s final words, “We love you, Philippines!” was the perfect heartwarming send-off.
Mark your calendars—ENHYPEN is set to return to the Philippines for their Walk The Line World Tour in March 2025 at the Philippine Sports Stadium in Bulacan. Until then, Filo ENGENEs will be holding onto these unforgettable moments!
ENHYPEN was recently recognized as TikTok’s Top Artist in South Korea and ranked 2nd for Global Artists of 2024. Their track "XO" also earned a spot in Rolling Stone’s Top 100 Songs of 2024.