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Manila Bulletin devider Entertainment devider Music and Concerts devider Weverse welcomes P-pop icons SB19, BINI to fan platform

Weverse welcomes P-pop icons SB19, BINI to fan platform

Published Mar 16, 2026 09:07 am
BINI (left) and SB19 (X)
BINI (left) and SB19 (X)

Global superfan platform Weverse welcomed P-pop icons SB19 and BINI who will officially join the app this week.

As the first Philippine pop artists to join Weverse, the two groups mark a major milestone for P-pop’s growing presence on the global stage. 

Through their official communities, Digital Membership subscriptions, and direct messages via Weverse DM, SB19 and Bini will share their music, content, and culture with a broader international audience. 

BINI will also launch their Global Official Fanclub Membership. BINI’s community will launch on March 16, followed by SB19 on March 19.

SB19's members are Pablo, Josh, Ken, Stell, and Justin. In 2023, their viral hit “Gento” propelled the group onto the international stage. 

With the support of Weverse, they aim to further strengthen global fan engagement and expand their international footprint. 

BINI (X)
BINI (X)
BINI and SB19 are the latest artists to join Weverse (Weverse)
BINI and SB19 are the latest artists to join Weverse (Weverse)
SB19 (X)
SB19 (X)

“We’re truly excited to join a platform where so many fans actively connect with the artists they support. We hope this opportunity allows us to grow even closer to our fans, A’TIN, around the world. We will be sharing exclusive content and creating meaningful memories together," said SB19. 

Debuted in 2021, BINI, consisting of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, earned the title “The Nation’s Girl Group,” with viral hits including “Pantropiko” and “Salamin, Salamin." 

Now joining Weverse, BINI will further accelerate their global momentum as they prepare to become the first Filipino group to perform at Coachella this April. 

The expansion onto Weverse supports BINI’s broader global push, deepening engagement with international Blooms while strengthening long-term connections that extend beyond the group’s local fan community. 

“Being on Weverse means so much to us because it gives us the chance to connect with our fans, Blooms, more closely—no matter where they are in the world. Through this space, we look forward to sharing more moments, conversations, milestones, and creating many new memories along the way!" said BINI. 

The addition of two P-pop groups is part of Weverse’s broader strategy to expand its international artist roster and deepen its global reach.

“Weverse is delighted to welcome SB19 and BINI as the first P-pop artists on our platform. With artists from the Philippines joining us, we look forward to delivering diverse experiences and authentic connections to fans across genres and regions," said Joon Choi, president of Weverse Company. 

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