Curious about the activities of the top 20 finalists from "Produce 48"? Then find out their activities here!
This list is numbered by their rank, from 20th to first place.
20. Shiroma Miru
Following her elimination from "Produce 48," Shiroma Miru rejoined NMB48. Miru graduated from the group on August 31, 2021, making her the last first-generation member to hold a graduation concert.
On January 14, 2022, it was announced that Shiroma Miru signed with Universal Music Japan. She is gearing up to make her solo debut.
19. Park Haeyoon
After "Produce 48," Haeyoon debuted in the FNC Entertainment girl group Cherry Bullet on January 21, 2019. She is the group's main vocalist and face of the group.
On March 2, Cherry Bullet released their second mini-album, "Cherry Wish," and its lead single, "Love in Space."
18. Shitao Miu
After her time on "Produce 48," Shitao Miu returned as a member of AKB48. Currently, the Japanese idol has a concurrent position in AKB48's Team 4.
On April 7, Shitao Miu appeared at the AKB48 Sayonara Mouri-san for the first time.
17. Takeuchi Miyu
Following her elimination from "Produce 48," Takeuchi Miyu announced her graduation from AKB48. In March 2019, Takeuchi Miyu signed as a trainee under Mystic Story.
She released her first solo single and Korean single, "My Type," in October 2019. She then released "Forbidden Game" in February 2021.
In May 2021, she announced her departure from Mystic Story. She is currently an independent artist and YouTuber.
16. Takahashi Juri
Soon after "Produce 48" ended, Juri announced her graduation from AKB48. She was soon announced as an artist under Woollim Entertainment.
In July 2019, she debuted as a member of Rocket Punch. In January 2022, she collaborated with labelmate Kwon Eunbi for the song "I'll Be Your Energy."
15. Miyazaki Miho
After "Produce 48" concluded, Miyazaki Miho returned as a member of AKB48. She remained with the group for nearly three more years before announcing her graduation from AKB48.
She has opened up her wishes to promote in South Korea. However, after checking her social media, the idol is still based in Japan.
14. Lee Ga Eun
Following her elimination from "Produce 48," Lee Gaeun left PLEDIS Entertainment after almost eight years signed as an artist. To express her love for fans, she released the song "Remember You" two days after leaving PLEDIS.
In July 2019, she signed with High Entertainment. She is now promoting as an actress.
13. Han Chowon
After her elimination from "Produce 48," Chowon returned as a trainee under CUBE Entertainment. In June 2021, Han Chowon debuted in the girl group LIGHTSUM. She is the group's main vocalist.
On October 13, 2021, LIGHTSUM released their second single album, "Light a Wish," with the lead single, "VIVACE."
12. Lee Chaeyeon
Lee Chaeyeon debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. Following the group's disbandment, she returned as a trainee under WM Entertainment.
In August 2021, she competed as a member of the dance crew WANT on the show "Street Woman Fighter." Her dance crew was eliminated in the sixth episode.
11. Kim Minju
Kim Minju debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. After the group disbanded, she returned to Urban Works as a trainee. Soon, the company announced that she would be promoting as an actress.
Currently, she is working as a host for the music program "Show! Music Core."
10. Kim Chaewon
Kim Chaewon debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. After the group disbanded, she first returned to Woollim Entertainment as a trainee. However, she left the company sometime in 2021 and signed with Source Music.
She is set to debut in Source Music x HYBE Labels' upcoming girl group, LE SSERAFIM, on May 2.
9. Honda Hitomi
Honda Hitomi debuted as a member of IZ*ONE. When they disbanded in 2021, Hitomi returned to Japan as a member of AKB48.
In October 2021, Hitomi launched her own cosmetic brand, NOTONE. She is still a member of AKB48 and was the center for their latest release, "Motokaredesu."
8. Kang Hyewon
Kang Hyweon debuted with IZ*ONE in 2018. After their disbandment, she returned to her company, 8D Creative.
She released a special winter album, "W," on December 22, 2021, with the lead single, "Winter Poem." In addition, she is active as an entertainer and actress.
7. Kwon Eunbi
Kwon Eunbi debuted as the leader of IZ*ONE in 2018. After the group disbanded, she returned to Woollim Entertainment.
Kwon Eunbi debuted as a soloist in August 2021 with the EP "Open." She made her first official comeback in April 2022 with her second EP, "Color."
6. Yabuki Nako
Yabuki Nako debuted as an IZ*ONE member in 2018. After their disbandment, she returned to HKT48. The idol remains a member of the group as of writing.
In 2021, she returned to acting with the television series "Kao Dake Sensei." She played the role of Sanjo Aika.
5. Ahn Yujin
Ahn Yujin debuted with IZ*ONE in 2018. Following their disbandment, she returned to Starship Entertainment as a trainee.
In December 2021, she debuted as the leader of IVE. The group made a comeback in April 2022 with "LOVE DIVE."
4. Choi Yena
Choi Yena debuted as an IZ*ONE member in 2018. When the group disbanded, she returned to Yuehua Entertainment as a trainee.
In January 2022, Choi Yena debuted as a soloist with the EP "SMiLEY."
3. Jo Yuri
Jo Yuri debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. She returned to Stone Music Entertainment following their disbandment.
She debuted as a soloist in October 2021, releasing her first single album, "Glassy." In March 2022, it was announced she was making her acting debut in the drama "MIMIC."
2. Miyawaki Sakura
Miyawaki Sakura debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. A month after their disbandment, Miyawaki Sakura announced her graduation from HKT48.
She is currently signed to Source Music and is set to debut in LE SSERAFIM in May. She signed with A.M. Entertainment for her solo Japanese activities.
1. Jang Wonyoung
Jang Wonyoung debuted as a member of IZ*ONE in 2018. She returned to Starship Entertainment as a trainee following their disbandment.
She debuted as a member of IVE in December 2021.
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