The MAMA 2024 (Mnet Asian Music Awards) is set to be a groundbreaking event in the music industry, taking place outside Asia for the first time. Scheduled for November 22, the awards will be hosted at the prestigious Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, followed by performances in Japan.
This year, MAMA will feature a 360-degree stage and is expected to showcase stunning visuals and performances that blend art and technology. The event will be broadcasted globally, catering to K-pop fans worldwide, with 21 award categories including the coveted Daesang awards for Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year.
Notable nominees include top groups like aespa and SEVENTEEN, with fierce competition in categories for Best Male and Female Artist. The rookie category is a showdown among three emerging girl groups: ILLIT, BABYMONSTER, and MEOVV.
Among the star-studded lineup, G-Dragon's long-awaited return after nine years is particularly exciting, as he is set to perform on the final day of the awards. He is expected to debut his new single, which will feature contributions from fellow BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung.
Additionally, Bruno Mars is rumored to join the festivities, following the success of his collaboration with BLACKPINK's Rosé on the hit song 'APT', which recently peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and amassed over 300 million views on YouTube, breaking records for the fastest climb this year.
MAMA 2024 promises to be a landmark event, reflecting the global influence of K-pop and the dynamic nature of the music industry.