Maeda launched her solo music career while still a member of AKB48. On June 22, 2011, she released her debut solo single “Flower,” which was first announced on April 23 of that year. The single achieved significant commercial success, topping Japan’s Oricon Weekly Charts and selling over 170,000 copies in its first week.
Her solo discography expanded with tracks like “Kimi wa Boku Da,” “Seventh Chord,” and “Time Machine Nante Iranai.” Through her solo work, Maeda demonstrated a distinctive musical style and further established herself as a successful J-Pop solo artist.
In addition to her musical achievements, Maeda also pursued a career in acting. She made her film debut in 2007 with a supporting role in “Ashita no Watashi no Tsukurikata.” Her profile as an actress grew with her performance in the 2011 film “Moshidora,” and she continued appearing in various notable productions such as “Seventh Code,” “Eight Ranger 2,” and “Initiation Love.”
Maeda broadened her range by working in television as well. She played the lead role of Kyoko Yoshizawa in the 2015 drama series “Dokonjo Gaeru.” In 2016, she starred in “Busujima Yuriko no Sekirara Nikki,” which premiered on April 20. Additional TV appearances include roles in “Leaders,” “Gou Gou, The Cat 2,” and “Inspector Zenigata.”
Maeda has appeared in several documentaries, most notably the 2011 “Documentary of AKB48.” She was also featured in subsequent sequels, which chronicled the group’s development and her personal journey as a performer.
Outside of her performances, Maeda maintains an active presence on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. As of 2017, she had approximately 507,000 followers on Instagram. Though known for her reserved personality and shy demeanor, her authenticity and humility have endeared her to fans. These qualities, combined with her work ethic and talent, have contributed to her widespread popularity in Japanese entertainment.
While specific figures regarding Atsuko Maeda’s net worth have not been publicly confirmed, it is reported that her financial standing saw notable growth in 2017. Her achievements as a singer, actress, and former idol group member have secured her status as a prominent figure in Japanese pop culture.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 10 Jul, 1991 |
| Age: | 28 yrs |
| Occupations: | Singer Actor Model Child actor |
| Citizenship: | Japan |
| Birth Place: | Ichikawa |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | Japanese singer, actress and former member of AKB48 |
| Spouse: | Ryo Katsuji [M. 2018] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
