As they enter the OPM scene, the new girl group MEI MEI says “hello po” with their debut single, “Telebong (Hello Po)”, a fresh, upbeat novelty-pop track that would certainly make listeners sing and dance. Here’s what we know so far about MEI MEI:

When is MEI MEI releasing their debut album?

On top of the infectious novelty-pop single “Telebong (Hello Po),” MEI MEl is also preparing for the release of their debut EP album titled “HELLO PO!,” which will further introduce MEI MEI’s playful personality, vibrant sound, and proudly Pinoy spirit to audiences everywhere.

Why is their name MEI MEI?

While “mei mei” in Chinese culture is an affectionate term meaning “little sister,” the group’s name also draws inspiration from the familiar Filipino tradition of repeating names like “Jan-Jan,” “Len-Len,” and “Mai-Mai” as expressions of closeness and affection. “Mei” or “May” is likewise a commonly heard Filipino name, making the group instantly warm, memorable, and culturally resonant.

Describing themselves as the “alter ego of every Filipina,” MEI MEI hopes to create music that feels joyful, relatable, empowering, and comforting music that brings people together through shared memories, laughter, and happiness.

Who are the members of MEI MEI?

MEI MEI is managed by Groovy Garden Records, the newly launched record label under PULP Music Group, the music arm of the PULP Group, which is best known for producing some of the biggest international concerts and for helping pioneer the K-pop wave in the country.

Composed of members Ada, Aerise, Alexa, Dina, Jessie, Jhamayka, Thea, and Yuni, MEI MEI introduces a fresh and vibrant identity in OPM: playful, colorful, relatable, and deeply rooted in Filipino culture.

JESSIE

Designation: Power Mei Mei, vocal line

Representative color: Red

Birth date: July 5

Fun fact: She was born and raised in Hong Kong, which allowed her to speak Cantonese and Mandarin well.

Where you’ve seen her before: Jessie showcased her great vocal skills with her viral cover of Moira Dela Torre’s “Titibo-Tibo” on The Voice Teens Philippines in 2020. She was also featured in a promotional video for a museum in Hong Kong.

DINA

Designation: Diva Mei Mei, vocal line

Representative color: Hot pink

Birth date: May 19

Fun fact: She hails from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Where you’ve seen her before: Dina was on the ninth season of Tawag ng Tanghalan.

THEA

Designation: Princess Mei Mei, vocal line

Representative color: Baby pink

Birth date: May 6

Fun fact: She started to do music at the young age of seven.

Where you’ve seen her before: Thea showcased her singing skills on The Voice Kids in 2016, Tawag ng Tanglahan Season 8’s The School Showdown, Wowowin‘s Will to Win in 2018, and Lola’s Playlist in 2017. She also made appearances on Netflix’s Keys to the Heart, MMFF’s And Ai, Thank You and Suarez: The Healing Priest, and HBO’s Island of Dreams: Food Lore.

ALEXA

Designation: Spark Mei Mei, dance line

Representative color: Purple

Birth date: March 13

Fun fact: She has a streak in her hair that makes her easy to spot in a crowd. Before joining the group, Alexa has much performing experience in folk dance, hip-hop, and pep squad. She was even her dance club’s president at one point.

JHAMAYKA

Designation: Cool Mei Mei, dance line

Representative color: Blue

Birth date: May 15

Fun fact: She was already dancing even when she could barely walk. On top of being a dancer, she’s also a choreographer, model, and even an actress.

Where you’ve seen her before: Jhamayka appeared on FPJ’s Batang Quiapo, Viva One’s Project Loki, and Seducing Drake Palma, where she stood out in the role of Bernadette.

ADA

Designation: Dolly Mei Mei, dance line

Representative color: Yellow

Birth date: April 7

Fun fact: Ada has been dancing and singing ever since she was a kid, and she was highly active in school productions.

AERISE

Designation: Sweet Mei Mei, dance line

Representative color: Lilac

Birth date: June 15

Fun fact: Aeries has been dancing since she was a kid with a wide range of styles from hip-hop to modern dance.

YUNI

Designation: Groovy Mei Mei, dance line

Representative color: Green

Birth date: February 6

Fun fact: This Filipina-Korean can play the violin and the piano. Yuni also has experience in ballet, hip-hop, and even modeling.

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