Fans in Singapore are preparing for a nostalgic return as the Taiwanese group F4 and Mayday’s Ashin to perform in Singapore as part of the F*Forever tour. The announcement marks a significant moment for followers of the Mandopop icons, bringing a modified version of the legendary quartet back to the city-state for the first time in years.
The upcoming performance will feature three original members of F4—Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Van Ness Wu—alongside Ashin, the lead singer of the renowned Taiwanese rock band Mayday. The collaboration is part of a broader international circuit that has already seen the group play to massive crowds across mainland China.
The confirmation came via a social media update on April 6 from B’in Music, the record label representing Mayday. The label shared a behind-the-scenes look at the tour’s Wuhan leg, capturing Ashin, 50, and his production crew working through the night to refine the show’s choreography and technical elements.
In the footage, Ashin signaled the expansion of the tour’s reach. “Tomorrow is the final show in Wuhan,” Ashin said. “After that, we’ll be moving on to more cities, and also to bigger stadiums.”
A New Dynamic for the F*Forever Tour
The current iteration of the group is a departure from the original lineup that defined an era of Asian pop culture. F4 originally consisted of Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, Van Ness Wu, and Ken Chu. While the group rose to global prominence in the early 2000s, they officially split in 2009, leaving a void for millions of fans across Asia.
The road to this reunion was paved by Ashin, who is described as the driving force behind the group’s return. The members reunited for a surprise appearance during a Mayday concert at the Taipei Dome in July 2025, sparking the momentum that led to the F*Forever world tour. However, the tour lineup differs from the original four; Ken Chu is absent from the current circuit following an alleged disagreement with B’in Music. To maintain the quartet dynamic on stage, Ashin has stepped in to perform alongside Yan, Chou, and Wu.
For those tracking the group’s history, the appeal of F4 remains rooted in the massive success of the 2001-2002 idol drama Meteor Garden. The series cast the four actors as wealthy, arrogant students, a persona that catapulted them to stardom and created a blueprint for the “idol drama” phenomenon across the continent.
Tour Schedule and Southeast Asian Expansion
The F*Forever tour has already established a rigorous pace, beginning with a series of high-profile dates in China. The tour kicked off in Shanghai from December 19 to 22, 2025, before moving through Chengdu in January and Shenzhen in March. The most recent leg concluded in Wuhan between March 19 and 22.
The expansion into Southeast Asia is the next strategic phase of the tour. While the group has confirmed they will be visiting several major hubs, specific logistics for the Singapore date remain under wraps.
| City | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai, China | Dec 19–22, 2025 | Completed |
| Chengdu, China | Jan 9–12 | Completed |
| Shenzhen, China | March 12–15 | Completed |
| Wuhan, China | March 19–22 | Completed |
| Chongqing, China | April 10–12 | Upcoming |
| Jakarta, Indonesia | May 29–30 | Upcoming |
In addition to the Singapore stop, the tour is scheduled to visit Manila, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur. However, B’in Music has not yet released details regarding specific venues, exact dates, or ticket sale windows for these four Southeast Asian cities. Fans are advised to monitor official label channels for these updates.
Impact and Expectations for Singapore Fans
The return of F4—even in a modified form—is expected to trigger a wave of nostalgia, particularly among those who grew up during the height of the Hallyu and Mandopop explosions of the early 2000s. The inclusion of Ashin adds a layer of contemporary musical prestige, blending the pop-idol appeal of F4 with the rock sensibilities of Mayday.
The “bigger stadiums” mentioned by Ashin suggest a production scale far exceeding the intimate club dates of the past. This shift indicates that the F*Forever tour is designed as a stadium-level spectacle, likely featuring high-concept visuals and a setlist that bridges the gap between F4’s early hits and new collaborations.
The absence of Ken Chu remains a point of discussion among the fanbase, but the chemistry between the remaining three members and Ashin appears to be the focal point of the current creative direction. By pivoting the lineup, the production team has ensured the tour can proceed without delay while keeping the spirit of the “four-man” group intact.
As the tour moves toward its Chongqing dates from April 10 to 12, the industry expects the Southeast Asian ticketing details to be announced shortly thereafter. The next confirmed checkpoint for the tour’s regional progress will be the Jakarta shows on May 29 and 30, which may provide a clearer timeline for the Singapore visit.
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