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| Kumazaki Haruka & Sato Kaho Lead SKE48’s "Karma" – New Unit, Fresh Senbatsu, and Team Songs Revealed! |
SKE48 is officially back in the spotlight with their 35th single titled “Karma”, dropping September 24, 2025! And they’re going full power with 16-member senbatsu, a brand new unit, and a double center that’s got fans hyped already.
🎯 Double Center Alert: Kumazaki Haruka & Sato Kaho
This time around, the W-Center spotlight shines on none other than Kumazaki Haruka and Sato Kaho, leading the group into what’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year.
This is a strong combo—Haruka’s veteran aura and Kaho’s rising-star energy? Instant replay material.
🌟 Meet Your Senbatsu for “Karma”
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The senbatsu lineup for “Karma” features a mix of familiar faves and fresh new faces:
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Aoki Rika
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Asai Yuka
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Ito Kokomi
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Ito Miki
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Inoue Ruka
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Ota Ayaka
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Omura Anzu
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Kawamura Yua
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Sakamoto Marin
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Nomura Miyo
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Morimoto Kurumi
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Aikawa Honoka ⭐ (First-time!)
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Nakasaka Miyu ⭐ (First-time!)
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Nishii Mio ⭐ (First-time!)
That’s right—Aikawa Honoka, Nakasaka Miyu, and Nishii Mio are making their senbatsu debut, and fans are already buzzing about what they’ll bring to the table.
🎥 MV Drops August 6 – Set Your Alarms!
The official music video for "Karma" is set to premiere on August 6 at 21:00 JST, with the digital release hitting streaming platforms on August 7. So if you're the type to dissect every frame for easter eggs, clear your schedule now.
🎶 Full Tracklist – Teams Are In!
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Here’s the confirmed tracklist for the single:
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M-1. Karma (Senbatsu)
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M-2A. Doko Made Uso wo Ietara – Team S
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M-3B. Bokutachi no Gimon – Team KII
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M-4C. How did you know? – Team E
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M-5T. TBA – New Unit
Yep, you read that right—we’re getting a brand new unit with their own track!
🆕 New Unit Formed Based on Member Strengths!
In a cool twist, SKE48 announced the formation of a new theatre-based unit, where each member gets to shine based on their personal talents and niche skills. The line-up includes:
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Aikawa Honoka – SNS Queen
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Hara Yune – Architecture Lover
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Arano Himeka – Cycling Enthusiast
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Kamata Natsuki – Public Speaking Pro
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Kitagawa Yoshino – Gundam & Art Genius
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Matsumoto Chikako – Natural Leader
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Ida Reona – Theatre Specialist
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This new unit will reportedly be active in theatre versions and other special content, giving fans more variety and personality-driven performances. Honestly? We're here for it.
📅 Mark Your Calendars:
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MV Release: August 6, 2025 – 21:00 JST
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Digital Release: August 7, 2025
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CD Release: September 24, 2025
SKE48’s “Karma” is already shaping up to be a comeback with bite—double centers, first-time senbatsu, team songs, AND a new unit? You know the drill: new era, new energy. Don’t blink or you might miss the next gen idols taking the reins.