Fans were levitating on the dance floor as British-Albanian pop star Dua Lipa brought her "Radical Optimism Tour" to the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan. The concert was a stunning success, drawing a massive crowd that filled the venue with energy and excitement.
Dua opened her comeback concert in the Philippines with the song "Training Season," clad in a striking black outfit. She expressed her gratitude to the audience, stating, "Thank you for your energy. Thank you for being so loud -- all the time. This is so much fun." It had been six years since her last performance in the country, making the warm reception even more special.
The crowd erupted in cheers during performances of her hits, including "Cold Heart," "Electricity," "New Rules," "Don't Start Now," and her megahit "Levitating." The latter achieved remarkable success, staying on Billboard's Hot 100 chart for a total of 77 weeks, marking the longest duration for a song by a female artist at that time. It was also named Billboard's No. 1 song of 2021.
Prior to the concert, Dua and her boyfriend, British actor Callum Turner, enjoyed a romantic stroll in Manila's historic walled city, Intramuros, visiting landmarks such as the San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago. They also indulged in Filipino cuisine at Toyo Eatery.
Following the concert, Dua took to social media to share her excitement, posting, "Manila that was WILD!! That has to be one of the loudest crowds ever!!!!! Thank you for your energy! I've missed youuuuu." Her last performance in Manila was in 2018 at the Mall of Asia Arena, further highlighting the anticipation and significance of this event.