In a surprising turn of events this Valentine’s Day, BINI member Aiah Arceta will not be joining her group’s scheduled Valentine’s Kiligan Fest fan event in Manila, leaving fans and P-pop followers buzzing with questions and concern.
The Kiligan Fest at Robinsons Place Manila’s Midtown Atrium had been widely promoted as a special Valentine’s Day celebration, designed to bring the Philippine pop girl group and their loyal fanbase — known affectionately as “Blooms” — closer with music performances, interactive segments, and intimate fan activities scheduled throughout the day.
Organizers and the group’s official channels confirmed that Aiah will not be able to attend the event today, just hours before the festivities began. The advisory shared on BINI’s social media noted her absence while the rest of the group continued with the planned Valentine’s celebration.
Details around the reason for Aiah’s absence remain limited at the moment, but the announcement quickly caught the attention of fans online, many of whom had traveled or gathered in Manila specifically hoping to see all eight members of BINI together. The group — which debuted under ABS-CBN’s Star Hunt Academy and has become one of the Philippines’ most prominent P-pop acts — has a strong tradition of close engagement with their fans at events like this.
This isn’t the first time the group has seen lineup changes at major events. In previous international appearances, like when BINI’s Jhoanna missed KCON LA in 2024 due to scheduling shifts, some group members have had to adjust attendance plans around their busy tour and promotional schedule.
Despite Aiah’s absence, the Kiligan Fest has continued with performances, music, and fan interaction led by BINI’s remaining members. These Valentine’s Day fan gatherings are especially meaningful for the Blooms, as they offer a more personal connection than large concerts or online interactions, and often showcase the group’s playful and heartfelt performances.
Fans also noted that the Valentine’s weekend is part of a broader season of activity for BINI, coming a year after their Biniverse World Tour 2025 — which saw the P-pop group headline international shows from Manila to Dubai and North America — and the release of major singles like “Blink Twice.”
The event continues to draw crowds today, with the Blooms celebrating the theme of love and connection that has become associated with BINI’s music and fan culture. As the group adapts their performance lineup, fans are sharing supportive messages and hopes that Aiah’s absence is brief and related to health or scheduling, rather than anything more serious.
As the evening unfolds in Manila, Kiligan Fest remains a festive moment for the P-pop community, with live sets, dance segments, and interactive fan games celebrating one of the Philippines’ standout musical exports.