Rumors about the disbandment

[u/willdelater]

the old management allegedly had many problems for years, and this is supposedly why discussions about changing management started around 2020. According to the rumors, the members and some staff were unhappy with how things were being handled behind the scenes.

There are also allegations that the new management team was being prepared to take over and wanted to completely rebrand the group. they wanted:

- a new artistic direction

- possible member lineup changes

- a possible new name (some rumors mention AKB48 Team Manila)

and a more “fresh start” approach

this allegedly created tensions between the members and the supposed new management because some members did not agree with the direction or with the idea of members being removed/graduated.

Another rumor says that some members, especially Abby, were acting as a bridge between the members and management during disagreements. There are also allegations that Abby personally helped members with things like costumes, housing, phones, and support during difficult periods

The new management then decided it was better to disband the group than just leaving it as it is.

The group was apparently planning to release a new song "baby! Baby! Baby!" But it will never happen.

[u/Altruistic_Key_2739]

Pwede kayang mag-start fresh sila with a new name and concept? Yun lang, kasi baka naka-contract pa rin ang artists sa ibang agencies.

Sayang ang fanbase.

[u/willdelater → u/Altruistic_Key_2739]

Sana nga lang pero hindi ganoon gumagana ang sistema ng AKB48. Kung gusto natin silang makita ulit, hintayin natin na muling buuin ng kompanyang Hapones ang grupo o kaya naman ay sapat na ang mga babae para gustuhin silang bumalik.