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Well, this is a twist no one saw coming! J-pop idol group MAIDEN√DOLL, set to disband today, just dropped a bombshell—Shijou Xia has been dismissed with immediate effect for breaking the law and violating group rules.
Their management released a statement revealing the shocking reasons: underage smoking and drinking, plus secretly interacting with fans in ways that went against the group's policies.
Anyone involved has now been banned from all future company events.
The timing couldn’t be worse.
Today was supposed to be their final live show, but Xia Shijou won’t be on stage to say goodbye.
Instead, the group will now disband with just two members, Aisaki Saku and Shizuki Rui, performing one last time.
Understandably, the remaining members are devastated, and the staff apologised to fans for the sudden chaos.
They promised to do their best to regain trust, but this scandal has certainly cast a shadow over their final moments.
MAIDEN√DOLL was formed in June 2023, debuting at Nagoya ReNY. They initially planned to split in June 2024, but in May, the members chose to continue.
However, just ten months after their debut, on March 26, 2025, the group officially disbands—with Xia’s sudden dismissal making their farewell even more dramatic.
FAQs
Why was Shijou Xia dismissed?
She was caught smoking and drinking as a minor and engaging in private fan interactions, which broke group rules.
Will MAIDEN√DOLL continue without her?
No, today marks their official disbandment, but only two members will perform their last show.
Are the remaining members involved in the scandal?
No, Aisaki Saku and Shizuki Rui were reportedly shocked and upset by Xia’s actions.
This disbandment was already emotional, but with scandal, dismissal, and a last-minute shakeup, it’s become an even bigger storm.