2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: KLP48 celebrates 1st anniversary with "BLOOM" concert
KUALA LUMPUR: Rising pop group KLP48 are set to celebrate their first anniversary with a special concert titled "BLOOM" at Zepp KL on Aug 16.
The concert, organised by 48 Entertainment Sdn Bhd, kicks off at 5.30 pm and promises an evening showcasing KLP48's vibrant talents, high-energy choreography, and cross-cultural idol camaraderie.
Formed in 2024 as a sister group to Japan's globally-renowned AKB48, KLP48 represents the Southeast Asian expansion of the "idols you can meet" concept, pioneered by producer Yasushi Akimoto.
AKB48 is recognised by Guinness World Records as the Largest Pop Group In The World.
KLP48 comprises 13 members: seven Malaysians, four Japanese, one Indonesian, and one Hong Konger.
Since their formation, KLP48 has rapidly gained popularity not only in Malaysia but also in Japan, leading to invitations to perform at various international events.
The "BLOOM" concert will feature special pre-show appearances by COEX, a rising all-female pop group from Malaysia, popular singer Ismail Izzani, and JKT48, the Indonesian sister group of AKB48.
