AROHAs in the Philippines had an unforgettable night of fun, laughter, and music with ASTRO’ MJ and JINJIN, also known as ZOONIZINI for their first -ever “Roll The Dice” Fan Party in Manila last October 11, 2025 at the UP Theater.
The duo kicked off the night with an energetic introduction, shouting “ZOONI!” and “ZINI!” followed by a cheerful “Mabuhay! Ako po si MJ” and “Mabuhay! Ako po si Jinjin!” They then performed songs from their album DICE, including “New World,” “Some Things Never Change,” and “Utopia,” instantly lifting the energy and delighting Filipino AROHAs who had patiently waited for their long-awaited return. Jinjin said,
The welcome is really loud and we’re really happy right now.
Fun-filled rolling moments
ZOONIZINI showed their competitive side during the “Rollaround Relay” game, where they played Filipino street games like luksong baka, tumbang preso, and sipa. MJ came out on top, while Jinjin took on the punishment of drinking sour calamansi juice, playfully insisting that it actually tasted good.
The duo charmed the crowd as they learned Filipino expressions such as “Lagi namin kayong nami-miss” (We miss you all the time) and “Mahal namin kayo/Mahal kita” (We love you/I love you). ZOONIZINI then melted hearts with their performance of “Favorite Memory,” prompting fans to chant “Pogi! (handsome)” to which they playfully responded “Maganda!(beautiful),” while pointing at the audience. Later, they took on the “Roll the Lyrics” challenge, guessing ASTRO songs translated into Filipino and breaking into spontaneous dances to fan favorites like “Crazy Sexy Cool” and “Breathless.”
Together Again with PH AROHAs
ASTRO’s MJ and JINJIN, collectively known as ZOONIZINI. PHOTO from ASTRO_Staff on X.
As soon as MJ and Jinjin takes a photo with the PH AROHAs, a surprise video made by PH AROHAs played on the screen, showing the fun memories of the duo and the fan projects and charitable activitites done by their fans in the Philippines with banners saying, “Even if the game RESTARTs, AROHA’s love for ZOONIZINI will NEVER CHANGE.” The duo also received a green and orange dice-shaped cakes MJ said,
From our arrival to the rehearsals and up to the show itself, I realized how long our Filipino AROHAs have been waiting for us. If there’s a given opportunity, we’ll try our best to come back. I wanna say that I’m really thankful for today. Stay happy and healthy. Mahal kita!
Jinjin also added,
After I was able to debut with MJ hyung or Kuya MJ, we were given an opportunity to visit the Philippines. I’ll do my best to make up for all the time I wasn’t able to visit, okay? Please continue to support all our ASTRO members. Thank you so much for waiting for us for nine years. Thanks for coming and Mahal kita!
Filipino AROHAs couldn’t help but smile at one of the night’s most memorable moments when MJ and Jinjin playfully said, “The next song iiiisssssss?” with fans eagerly joining in every time the duo introduced a new performance. It was a nostalgic callback to the other ASTRO members who had said the same phrase during their previous visits. As the show neared its end, both the crowd and ZOONIZINI shouted, “Walang uuwi!” (No one’s going home), perfectly capturing everyone’s wish to make the night last a little longer. MJ and Jinjin promised to return to the Philippines with more songs and even better performances, which moved the crowd to chant “ASTRO!” as a heartfelt wish from fans hoping to see the entire group visit the country again.
The fun and memorable “Roll the Dice” fan party ended with a performance of “Restart” prompting that even though the show might end, there will always be a new beginning of memories with PH AROHAs and ASTRO. Before saying goodbye for now to their beloved PH AROHAs,
We received so much energy from you. We’ll keep growing and visit more often. Everyone, please stay healthy, and Mahal Kita!
The ZOONIZINI “Roll the Dice” Fanparty in Manila proved that no matter how long the wait, the love shared between MJ, Jinjin, and Filipino AROHAs never changes.
PHOTO from ASTRO_Staff on X.
The ZOONIZINI “Roll the Dice” Fanparty in Manila was made possible by Wish Us Luck Productions. Thank you so much for making us part of this unforgettable night.
