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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Jimenea and the surname or paternal family name is Lim.
Mikha
Mikha at Billboard Korea K Power 100 event 2024
Born
Mikhaela Janna Jimenea Lim

(2003-11-08) November 8, 2003 (age 21)
Cebu City, Philippines
Occupations
  • Performer
  • singer
  • rapper
  • actress
  • dancer
Years active2020–present
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentsVocals
LabelsStar Music
Member ofBini

Mikhaela Janna Jimenea Lim (born November 8, 2003), known professionally as Mikha, is a Filipino singer, rapper, actress, and dancer under Star Music. She is one of the main rappers of the Filipino girl group Bini.[1]

Early life and education

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Mikhaela Janna Jimenea Lim was born on November 8, 2003[2] in Cebu City, Philippines. She has two older siblings. Her family initially lived in Cebu before moving to Santa Rosa, Laguna. They later relocated to Silang, Cavite, where they resided for eight years before moving to San Juan, Metro Manila.[3]

Mikha began singing in her childhood, inspired by her father. During high school, she was a cheerleader and a member of her school's cheerleading squad, which helped her learn how to dance and develop flexibility.[4] She also played volleyball as a setter on her high school team.[5] She is a supporter of the Akari Chargers.[6]

Career

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Main article: Bini (group)

In 2018, Mikha auditioned for Star Hunt Academy (SHA) in Laguna[7] and was selected as a trainee in early 2019.[8] On October 10, 2020, Mikha was one of the last eight trainees to graduate and was officially announced as a member of an idol group.[9]

In November 2020, Mikha officially became a member of the Filipino girl group Bini, which officially debuted on June 11, 2021.[10]

Star Magic All-Star Games

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Mikha participated in the Star Magic All-Star Games volleyball competitions in 2023 and 2024, both held at the Araneta Coliseum. In 2023, she played as a setter for the Lady Setters team, which she finished as the 1st runner-up and was recognized as part of the Mythical Six selection, receiving the Best Setter award.[11] She received the award again in 2024 and mentioned Jia De Guzman's talent as a setter as her motivation for playing volleyball.[12]

Discography

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Main article: Bini discography

Filmography

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Main article: Bini videography

Mikha was a supporting cast member in the 2021-2022 ABS-CBN teen romantic comedy series He's Into Her, where she played the role of Elle Luna in its second season, replacing Melizza Jimenez.[13][14]

In January 2024, Mikha appeared along with Bini members Aiah and Stacey as guest judges on the second season of Drag Den, a drag reality show hosted by Manila Luzon.[15]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "The BINI Chronicles Part 1 BINI TV". YouTube. December 28, 2020. Archived from the original on November 30, 2022. Retrieved March 29, 2021.
  2. ^ "BINI: The binibinis of P-Pop in full bloom". PEP.ph. February 23, 2024. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
  3. ^ Golez, Leika (May 5, 2022). "6 Fast Facts You Should Know About BINI's Mikha Lim". candymag.com. Archived from the original on July 29, 2024. Retrieved July 29, 2024.
  4. ^ ABS-CBN Star Hunt (October 23, 2019). I AM MIKHA | STAR HUNT ACADEMY TRAINEE. Retrieved July 29, 2024 – via YouTube.
  5. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (June 3, 2024). "BINI's Mikha a crowd favorite at Star Magic All Star Games". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on July 29, 2024. Retrieved July 29, 2024.
  6. ^ Garcia, John Mark (August 31, 2024). "BINI Mikha energizes Akari's PVL playoff run". Spin.ph. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
  7. ^ Direk Lauren Dyogi (October 22, 2020). Kilalanin ang Starhunt Academy Girls! | Get to Know the Starhunt Academy Girls. Archived from the original on July 23, 2024. Retrieved July 25, 2024 – via YouTube.
  8. ^ Bardinas, Mary Ann (August 9, 2020). "Star Hunt Academy set to make more P-pop idols shine worldwide". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on November 1, 2020. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
  9. ^ Adriano, Pamela (October 11, 2020). "Star Hunt Academy girl trainees graduate, set to blaze P-pop trail". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on July 23, 2024. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
  10. ^ "Get ready, Bloom: BINI is finally set for debut". ABS-CBN News. May 11, 2021. Archived from the original on October 6, 2021. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
  11. ^ dela Cruz, Liezel (May 23, 2023). "PHOTOS: Relive the most thrilling moments at the Star Magic All-Star Games 2023 volleyball competition". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on August 1, 2024. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
  12. ^ Caacbay, Kennedy (June 4, 2024). "BINI Mikha says volleyball is her 'happy pill'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on August 1, 2024. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
  13. ^ Santos, Rhea Manila (March 29, 2022). "BINI member Mikha Lim replaces Melizza Jimenez in 'He's Into Her Season 2': 'She's one of those rare finds'". push.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on July 29, 2024. Retrieved July 29, 2024.
  14. ^ Golez, Leika (March 29, 2022). "Here's Why Melizza Jimenez Won't Be Returning to "He's Into Her" Season 2". Candy Magazine. Archived from the original on July 29, 2024. Retrieved July 30, 2024.
  15. ^ Antonio, Josiah (December 16, 2023). "Kapamilya stars BINI, Andrea Brillantes among 'Drag Den PH' S2 guest judges". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 13, 2024. Retrieved September 13, 2024.
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