MNL48

MNL48 is a Filipino idol girl group formed in 2018 as the Philippine sister group of the Japanese idol group AKB48. The group was established through a reality survival show called "MNL48: Idol ni Push," which aired on ABS-CBN. The show involved a large number of trainees who competed to become the final members of the group. The selection process was based on a combination of fan votes and the judges' decisions.

The first generation of MNL48 consisted of 24 members who were chosen through the survival show. They officially debuted on August 19, 2018, with their first single "Aitakatta." The group's concept is "idols you can meet," emphasizing interaction with fans through handshake events, theater performances, and other fan-centric activities. MNL48 aims to promote Filipino culture and talent through their music and performances.

Over time, MNL48 has undergone generational changes and member graduations, a common practice in idol groups. They continue to release new music, perform regularly at their own theater, and participate in various entertainment events in the Philippines. The group's activities are largely driven by fan engagement, with voting systems often determining the members' positions and participation in releases.

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