K-Pop girl group sensation KISS OF LIFE, made up of members Natty, Julie, Belle, and Haneul, has touched down in the Philippines for the very first time to launch their Asia tour for KISS ROAD Kiss of Life 1st World Tour on April 4, 2025, at the UP Theater.

Filipino KISSYS came together for an unforgettable evening filled with incredible performances and electrifying stages.

Also known as KIOF, KISS OF LIFE debuted in July 2023 with their standout track “Shhh.” The group’s mission is to “revitalize the music industry with their sounds and charisma,” focusing their songs and themes on various life stages. KISS OF LIFE has already performed in Seoul, key cities across America and Europe, and now they are taking their talents to Asia, starting with Manila.

As the lights illuminated the theater, the audience erupted into applause when the members made their entrance from the audience pit, walking towards the stage. The girls kicked off the concert with “Get Loud” and followed it up with their latest title track “Igloo,” where they wore sunglasses during their iconic dance, along with “Bad News,” as fans sang and danced along.

During their initial ment, KISS OF LIFE shared their thrill at performing in Manila and finally meeting their Filo KISSYS. “We’ve prepared numerous performances since this is our first time in Manila,” they promised the crowd that the fans would experience a unique kind of fun in the Philippines. Belle shared her thoughts on the country as it was her first visit. “The weather is amazing, as well as the food and the people [we encountered].” Natty felt the overwhelming energy from their Filipino KISSYS who were eager for the show. “Thank you for your warm welcome; we drew so much energy from Manila KISSYS and will definitely give our all tonight!” The girls continued to heat up the stage with their performances of “Winehouse” and “Chemistry.”

Each member took turns performing solo, beginning with Belle’s “Countdown,” followed by Julie’s “Kitty Cat,” Haneul’s “Play Love Games,” and Natty’s “Sugarcoat.” The girls dazzled their supporters with their individual performances. Belle showcased her vocal talent in her solo and expressed gratitude for the cheers. “Your immense energy makes me feel like a rock star!” Natty also captivated the crowd with her stunning solo. “To be honest, I was very anxious, thanks to Manila KISSYS. In our Seoul concert, I had backup dancers, but for this performance, I had to go solo. I appreciate the love and support from Manila KISSYS.” Julie delivered an exhilarating solo performance that kept fans thrilled. “There wasn’t enough time, but I aimed to deliver a great performance for Manila KISSYS.” Finally, Haneul’s charming and lively solo performance was truly remarkable. “I roamed around [the theater] during my solo—was I pretty? Did I do well? I wrapped up my stage with my KISSYS and I’m glad you all enjoyed it.”

The stage was ablaze with their stunning performances of “Te Quiero,” “Gentleman,” “No One But Us,” “My 808,” “TTG,” and “Nothing.” KISS OF LIFE really spiced things up as they performed their most signature tracks, including “Nobody Knows,” “Midas Touch,” “Sticky,” and “Shhh.”

Filipino KISSYS created a video presentation expressing their affection and support for the group, which deeply moved the members and brought them to tears. During their performance of “Bye, My Neverland,” banners displaying the message “EVEN IF KISSYS TAKE DIFFERENT ROADS, OUR FOREVERLAND WILL ALWAYS BE KISS OF LIFE” were raised, symbolizing the fans’ unwavering love for the group. The event concluded with the girls performing their songs “Says It” and “Back to Me.”

KISS ROAD in Asia: KISS OF LIFE 1ST WORLD TOUR in Manila was organized by Three Angles Production.

Words and photos by Vinny Real