Calista (group)
Calista | |
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| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2022–present |
| Labels | Madhouse Music, Merlion Music |
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| Website | facebook |
Calista is a Filipino girl group. Initially consisting of six members, the group was formed in October 24, 2021. The group made their debut on February 14, 2022 with their single "Race Car".[1]
Name
Calista is a Greek name for "most beautiful". It is also a shortened term for "Call it a Star". Olive came up with the name.[2]
Their fandom is called A-Listas.[3]
History
In March 2021, Tyronne Escalante Artist Management and Merlion Entertainment held an audition to form a new girl group. Over 100 girls auditioned. The number was reduced to 50, then 25. In October 24, the final 6 members were chosen: Olive, Laiza, Anne, Denise, Elle, and Dain.[1]
On February 14, 2022, Calista made their debut with their first single "Race Car". On April 26, 2022, Calista were among the groups that performed at the Vax to Normal concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. In late that year, Calista released their second single "Don't Have Time", and later their Christmas singles "Christmas Rush" and "Christmas in the Philippines".[4]
On March 17, 2023, Calista released their third single "Ugnayan". The following month, Laiza left the group to focus on her studies.[5]
On January 7, 2024, Olive left the group to focus on her acting career. She is currently co-managed by Sparkle GMA Artist Center and Merlion Entertainment.[6]
In February 2025, Calista released their EP Four, which contains the main single "Alas Dose".[6]
On June 1, 2026, Calista parted ways with Merlion Entertainment. A week later, they signed with Wide International and appeared in that year's Thailand International Festival.[7]
Members
Current
- Anne Tenorio (2022–present)
- Dain Leones (2022–present)
- Denise Pello (2022–present)
- Elle Pascual (2022–present)
Former
- Laiza Comia (2022–2023)
- Olive May (2022–2024)
Discography
EPs
- 2025 - Four
Singles
- 2022 - "Race Car"
- 2022 - "Don't Have Time"
- 2023 - "Ugnayan"
- 2024 - "Alas Dose"
- 2024 - "LMK (Let Me Know)"
References
- 1 2 Garcia, Leony (March 12, 2022). "CALISTA: Philippines' hottest new I-Pop girl group". BusinessMirror. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- ↑ Ranoa-Bismark, Maridol (March 16, 2022). "P-pop girl group Calista eyes international music scene". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- ↑ "Calista undergoes K-pop dance training for upcoming single". Manila Bulletin. August 20, 2022. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- ↑ Tomada, Nathalie (April 8, 2022). "New P-pop girl group Calista to take on the Big Dome". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- ↑ Cerezo, Anna (July 14, 2023). "P-pop group Calista more involved in their music, career". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- 1 2 Tabares, Nazamel (February 3, 2025). "CALISTA now a four-member PPop group, moves forward with new music". Hype Mania. Retrieved August 18, 2026.
- ↑ Kang, Kristine (June 8, 2026). "Calista signs with Wide International after leaving Merlion Entertainment". BusinessMirror. Retrieved August 18, 2026.