One of the biggest and star-studded music award ceremonies in South Korea — the MAMA Awards 2023, will be organised at Japan’s Tokyo Dome on November 28 and November 29. While What You Waiting For singer Jeon Somi will host the show on the first day, Seo Bok actor Park Bo-gum will be hosting the following day. The two-day glittery event will witness the performances of some A-listed K-pop groups including ENHYPEN, TVXQ, Street Woman Fighter 2, SEVENTEEN, (G)I-DLE, ZEROBASEONE, and ATEEZ. With the excitement at its peak, here’s a detailed guide to South Korea’s biggest music celebration.
Where To Watch
People in Japan can watch the MAMA Awards from the confines of their homes on the television music channel Mnet Japan, Mnet smart+, and entertainment platform au Smart Pass. Fans in Singapore will be able to watch the live coverage of the red carpet and award ceremony for free at Mediacorp’s meWATCH application with English subtitles too. tvN Asia will also serve a similar purpose. For those in Vietnam, FPT Play is the best option to enjoy the two-day marvel. As for countries like Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Philippines, and Taiwan, the MAMA Awards will air on tvN Asia.
Date And Time
The MAMA Awards 2023 will be held on November 28 and 29. While the red carpet event will begin at 4 pm, the awards ceremony will commence 6 pm onwards.
Nominees
This year, the theme of the MAMA Awards is One I Born. Take a look at the nominees:
Best New Male Artist: ZEROBASEONE, EVNNE, xikers, BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE
Best New Female Artist: tripleS, ADYA, LIMELIGHT, KISS OF LIFE, EL7Z UP
Best Female Group: TWICE, NewJeans, (G)I-DLE, LE SSERAFIM, aespa, IVE
Best Male Artist: Jungkook, Jimin, V, Lim Young Woong, Parc Jae Jung
Best Female Artist: Jisoo, Hwasa, Jeon Somi, Lee Chae Yeon, Choi Ye-na, Jihyo
Best Dance Performance Male Solo: Taeyong – SHALALA, Jungkook – Seven (Feat. Latto), Jimin – Like Crazy, Kai – Rover, Taeyang – VIBE (Feat. Jimin)
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Best Dance Performance Female Solo: Jisoo – FLOWER, Jeon Somi – Fast Forward, Jihyo – Killin’ Me Good, Lee Chae Yeon – KNOCK, Hwasa – I Love My Body
According to a report by CNA Lifestyle, there will be four stages arranged during the event, which are — Theme, Super, Mega, and Wonder, where singers and dancers will showcase their performances.
first published: November 27, 2023, 18:22 IST