Korean idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, also known as EXO’s D.O., wrapped up his first Asian tour in Manila, setting a record of having two sold-out shows by a K-pop solo artist in the country.
His exceptional talent in singing, wit and sense of humor charmed Filipino fans when he held his “Doh Kyung-soo Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila” on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at the Araneta Coliseum.
The fan concert, Doh Kyung-soo’s first since his debut in the music industry, started in Seoul, South Korea in June and continued with 18 shows in Taipei, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Yokohama, Singapore, Bangkok, Malaysia, and Manila.
K-pop idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, or D.O., at his Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila on Aug. 31 at the Araneta Coliseum (Jonathan Hicap)
He will hold the finale “Bloom The Final” at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul from Oct. 11 to 13.
During the run of his shows, Doh Kyung-soo interacted with fans across Asia and proved his growing popularity and power by selling out all tickets for every show in every region.
Manila
Doh Kyung-soo opened his Manila show by performing the song “Mars” to loud screams and cheers from the audience.
“Ako si Kyung-soo (I am Kyung-soo). It’s been such a long time, right? Long time no see. Have you guys been doing well? I want to feel the energy of the Philippines, Manila,” he greeted the audience.
He added, “I can’t remember how long it has been since I last came to the Philippines. I really missed you guys.”
Doh Kyung-soo sported a new haircut, which elicited screams from the audience.
K-pop idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, or D.O., at his Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila on Aug. 31 at the Araneta Coliseum (Company Soosoo)
“You know, you guys are the first one to see it. You guys are the first one to see my new style,” he said, saying that it is for his new drama project.
He said, “My hair is kinda neat at this moment but if you see the drama, you’ll (see) a whole different thing.”
“It’s been six or seven years since I didn’t come to the Philippines. I did not expect the heat will be this hot,” said Doh Kyung-soo.
He said he named the fan meet “Bloom” after his album “Blossom.”
“I kinda thought like, maybe, the audience could actually bloom while watching the concert,” he added.
Segments
The fan concert was divided into two main segments. In the first segment, he talked about his career and played games.
In “KyungSoo in Bloom,” he picked a name of a flower that corresponded to a segment. The flowers shown were drawn by him.
In the “Food Balance Game,” Doh Kyung-soo had to choose between two food options. He chose eating chicken drumsticks over eating chicken wings, eating meat for seven days a week over eating fish seven days a week, Jollibee over halo-halo, beer over fresh mango juice.
In another segment, he tried to guess details in dramas that he appeared in.
K-pop idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, or D.O., at his Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila on Aug. 31 at the Araneta Coliseum (Jonathan Hicap)
He also sang parts of EXO songs in the next segment including “Lotto,” “My Answer,” “El Dorado,” “The First Snow,” and “Christmas Day.”
Doh Kyung-soo also chose messages sent by fans. He sang James Smith’s “Call Me When It's Over,” Bruno Mars and Travie McCoy’s “Billionaire,” “I’m Fine,” and “Fly Me to the Moon.”
In “To DO list,” he sang the Filipino song “Hawak Kamay” by Yeng Constantino and his own song “Wonder.”
Performances
The second half of the fan concert showed Doh Kyung-soo entertaining the crowd with his performances.
He sang “Simple Joys,” “I Do,” “My Dear,” “Good Night,” “About Time,” “Somebody,” “Ordinary Days,” “That’s Okay” and “Popcorn.”
The show would not be complete without a fan video containing messages from Filipino fans.
“It took us 2,133 days before we got to see each other again but every single second of waiting was worth it because it’s you, our pride, happiness and our favorite all-rounder, Doh Kyungsoo,” the message in the video read.
K-pop idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, or D.O., poses for a photo with the audience at his Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila on Aug. 31 at the Araneta Coliseum (Wilbros Live/Company Soosoo)
Doh Kyung-soo promised he will come back to the Philippines.
“I had so much fun today. Thank you so much. I hope you always smile. I’ll be back very soon. Please wait for me,” Doh Kyung-soo told fans as he bid them goodbye.
The “Doh Kyung-soo Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila” was presented by Wilbros Live.
K-pop idol and actor Doh Kyung-soo, or D.O., preparing for his Asia Fan Concert Tour: Bloom in Manila at the Araneta Coliseum (Jonathan Hicap)