The rise of P-Pop (Pinoy Pop) isn’t just about the idols, the jaw-dropping choreographies, or the addictive hooks that stick in your head for days. Behind the music is an army—no, an ecosystem—of fandoms that fuel the fire, trend the hashtags, and scream loud enough to shake Mall of Asia Arena’s foundations.

And these aren’t just casual “I like their songs” fans. P-Pop fandoms are passionate, organized, and sometimes hilariously quirky. Some even have their own nicknames for fans of each member—ranging from food to flowers to entire barangay-level sub-groups.

So grab your milk tea (extra pearls, please), and let’s dive into the fandom world of P-Pop: when they started, what makes them tick, and why you might accidentally end up joining one (or three).

Let’s start with the blueprint. SB19’s fandom, A’TIN (pronounced “eighteen”), was officially named in 2019. Why “A’TIN”? Because SB19 said that without their fans (the 18), there’s no SB19 (the 19). Clever, right?

On top of that, in Filipino, atin means “ours,” which perfectly reflects how the group shares their successes, struggles, and experiences with their fans. So not only do A’TIN get to feel like the missing puzzle piece in SB19’s journey, they also basically co-own all the awards, hit songs, and iconic TikToks. Cute, clever, and low-key a business partnership.

But don’t be fooled—these fans are ferocious. A’TINs can mobilize faster than your barangay tanod at curfew time. They trend hashtags worldwide before you even have your morning coffee. They’ve been known to write entire essays, with sources and footnotes, just to defend the boys.

Houses (a.k.a. the A’TIN Buffet):

Here’s where it gets wild. A’TIN fandom culture gave birth to unofficial, food-inspired sub-groups based on biases:

• Pablo’s fans = Hotdogs 🌭
  Because nothing says leader energy like being compared to a classic street food (which happens to be Pablo’s favorite). If you are a hotdog, you live in the freezer.
• Josh’s fans = BBQs 🍢
  Juicy, smoky, and just the right amount of spice — like Josh himself. BBQs hangout in the grill (ihawan).
• Stell’s fans = Strawberries 🍓
  Sweet, fresh, and a little extra if dipped in chocolate, a fitting description for the group and fandom’s happy pill. Berries thrive on the farm.
• Ken’s fans = Chicken 🍗
  Comfort food level stan group. Whether it’s fried, roasted, or adobo — Ken fans know he’s finger-lickin’ good. For International fans, don’t be confused by these terms being used – sisiw (chicks), manok (chicken), manukan (poulty farm) –  they all refer to this guy.
• Justin’s fans = Corn 🌽
  Sweet, golden, and everyone’s bias wrecker when they least expect it. Filipino A’TINs may use the term mais (corn) and of course, they all came form the maisan (cornfield).

So yes, if you’re part of A’TIN, you might also be proudly declaring yourself a Corn or a Hotdog at concerts. Outsiders may raise their eyebrows, but for A’TIN, it’s a badge of honor.

Can’t decide? Having five biases is perfectly fine and in A’TIN speak, it is called Mahalima. Mahalima is a fangiven term or endearment which is a play on Filipino words: mahal (“love” / “dear”) + lima (“five”). So roughly, “love the five”.

PHOTO FROM SB19 Trends PH X ACCOUNT

BINI, the Nation’s Girl Group, debuted officially in June 2021 with Born to Win. Their fandom, BLOOM, reflects their fresh and radiant vibe—because what else do you call fans of eight pastel queens other than a literal garden?

BLOOMs are the serotonin of the P-Pop world. They create colorful fan art, uplifting edits, and shower their idols with positivity. But don’t mistake them for being soft—they’ll fight for streaming goals like they’re in Hunger Games.

Sub-Groups:

BLOOMs sometimes call themselves by bias-centric nicknames:

• Aiah Nation
• Colet Collectors
• Mikaverse
• JhoRangers
• Maloi Minions
• Stacey Supremacy
• Sheena’s Dreamers
• Gwenatics

It’s like Pokémon—you gotta catch ‘em all, but in stan form.

PHOTO FROM FANDOM.COM

BGYO debuted in January 2021 with The Light, and with them came their fandom: ACEs. These fans are sleek, stylish, and sharp—true to the name. They’re known for being stream warriors, often running multiple devices at once (sometimes even in the middle of Zoom meetings—dedication!).

ACEs are like the honor students of fandoms: they’re organized, disciplined, and can explain streaming algorithms better than your IT professor.

Sub-Groups:

ACEs don’t lean into food nicknames like A’TIN, but bias-based groups exist—think “Gelo’s squad,” “Akira nation,” etc. Their vibe? Classy but deadly. The type who says, “Don’t underestimate us,” while quietly holding 12 voting accounts.

ALAMAT debuted in February 2021, proudly carrying the torch of Filipino culture by singing in multiple Philippine languages. Their fandom, Magiliw, perfectly captures that warmth and passion.

Magiliws are the fandom professors—they’ll happily explain why ALAMAT wears traditional elements, or teach you phrases in Hiligaynon, Ilocano, or Kapampangan. They’re like your cool history teacher, but with fancams.

Sub-Groups:

Magiliws often divide themselves by member stans or even by regional language pride. Example: “Thomas’ town,” “Taneo’s tribe,” or “Jao nation.” It’s like a cultural fiesta—complete with banners, chants, and maybe lechon.

PHOTO FROM MAGILIW FANDOM FACEBOOK PAGE

When G22 stormed onto the scene in 2022, they brought alpha energy, and their fandom—Bullets—was locked and loaded. Bullets are tough, confident, and hype their girls like it’s a battle cry.

Scroll through Bullets’ timelines and you’ll see ALL CAPS tweets, edited memes worthy of awards, and motivational posts that could rival your gym coach’s pep talks.

Sub-Groups:

Bullets divide themselves into member-based factions (AJ stans, Jazz Nation, Alfea’s Angels). Think clans, but fiercer.

VXON entered the P-Pop stage in early 2022 with The Beast, and their fandom, Vixies, said: “Sleep? Never heard of her.”

Vixies are the digital hustlers. They flood TikTok, dominate fancam edits, and practically run underground streaming farms powered by coffee and passion.

Sub-Groups:

Like other fandoms, Vixies often group by biases—“Franz fans,” “Sam’s angels,” etc.—but the real identity is in their content creation. If you see a fancy 4K edit with smooth transitions? A Vixie probably made it.

VXON entered the P-Pop stage in early 2022 with The Beast, and their fandom, Vixies, said: “Sleep? Never heard of her.”

Vixies are the digital hustlers. They flood TikTok, dominate fancam edits, and practically run underground streaming farms powered by coffee and passion.

Sub-Groups:

Like other fandoms, Vixies often group by biases—“Franz fans,” “Sam’s angels,” etc.—but the real identity is in their content creation. If you see a fancy 4K edit with smooth transitions? A Vixie probably made it.

PHP debuted in 2021 with WIN, and their fandom PLAYLIST is like the chill barkada of P-Pop. Supportive, wholesome, and always vibing, PLAYLIST fans are the ones who remind you to hydrate while you stream.

They might not scream the loudest, but they’re consistent—like your reliable friend who always brings extra snacks.

KAIA debuted under Star Hunt in 2022 with Blah Blah. Their fandom, ZAIA, is just as vibrant and energetic as the group itself. ZAIA are like your hype besties—they’ll scream-sing lyrics, spam emojis, and make sure KAIA shines in every lineup.

Sub-Groups:

ZAIA are still solidifying their internal nicknames, but bias-based names are already floating around online. Expect it to get quirkier as the fandom matures.

DIONE debuted in 2022 and quickly built a loyal fandom called the Titas. Why Titas? Because they embrace the dual energy of supportive, wine-drinking barkada AND the protective family member who’ll fight anyone who crosses their girls.

This fandom’s mix of humor and fierceness makes them one of the most entertaining corners of P-Pop Twitter.

Calista’s fans, Castars, are the type who believe in main character energy. Their edits are cinematic, their captions are dramatic, and their vibe is very much “Netflix series intro.”

Castars are steadily growing, hyping their girls as future household names. Watch this space—they’ve got ambition written all over them.

LITZ’s fandom, LITZens, showed up in 2021 ready to stan. They’re known for being community-driven and loud about supporting the girls’ individuality. Think of them as the fandom next door—friendly, approachable, but always ready to go into defense mode when needed.

P-Pop Gen came with a massive lineup, and their fandom, Dreamers, reflects that scale. Dreamers are dedicated, motivated, and have the patience of saints (because stanning a large group takes serious focus).

What makes P-Pop fandoms unique isn’t just their loyalty—it’s their creativity and humor. Who else would organize streaming parties like barkada sleepovers, complete with group chats, countdowns, and memes?

P-Pop fandoms are essentially:

• PR Teams (but unpaid).
• Event organizers (faster than barangay fiesta committees).
• Cheerleaders (louder than basketball moms).
• Historians (they can quote debut dates faster than your own birthday).

And sometimes, they’re all of the above… at 3 a.m.

P-Pop idols are breaking barriers worldwide, but it’s their fandoms that give them that global push. From A’TINs paving the way in 2019, to newer fandoms like ZAIA and Titas raising the bar, P-Pop fandoms are proving one thing: Pinoys do loyalty, creativity, and fan power like no one else.

So the next time you see a hashtag trending out of nowhere, don’t panic. It’s just P-Pop fans, armed with fancams, memes, and the unshakable belief that their idols are the best in the world.