Key facts
- Manifest performed their first UK concert at Wembley Arena on October 16, 2026.
- The group was formed in February 2026 through the reality TV competition Big5 Türkiye.
- They have over six million monthly listeners on Spotify.
- Manifest released their first English-language single, TRALALA, which topped YouTube's daily music video chart.
- The group faced prosecution for public indecency in Turkey over outfits and dance moves.
- Manifest members received suspended prison sentences of three months and 22 days.
Turkish girl group manifest performed their first UK concert at the iconic Wembley Arena on October 16, 2026, marking a significant milestone in their rapid rise to international prominence. The group, formed through the Turkish reality TV competition Big5 Türkiye, aims to build on their success in Turkey and reach a global audience.
Their journey has not been without challenges. Just over a year prior, manifest faced prosecution in Turkey over allegations of violating public decency due to their outfits and dance moves during an over-18s concert in Istanbul. A Turkish court later ruled their stage conduct amounted to exhibitionism, and the members received suspended prison sentences. However, a ban preventing them from leaving Turkey was lifted.
Despite these difficulties, manifest released their first English-language single, TRALALA, which topped YouTube's daily music video chart, ahead of global stars like Shakira and Taylor Swift. The music video was filmed in London, with the group working with a British production crew. They aspire to perform at major international stages like Coachella, while emphasizing their desire to promote Turkish language and culture globally.
Fans, predominantly Turkish women living in London, gathered outside Wembley Arena, expressing excitement and support for the group. For many, the concert represented a symbol of "girl power and empowerment" amidst difficult times back home in Turkey. The group performed a mix of their own songs in Turkish and English, alongside covers of popular international hits, channeling the spirit of groups like the Spice Girls.