2024 MAMA Awards Set for Los Angeles and Osaka

The 2024 MAMA Awards, a premier K-pop event, kicked off on November 21 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, marking the first time the ceremony is held in the U.S. Aespa leads this year's nominations with eight nods, followed closely by JENNIE with seven nominations. The awards will span three days, with performances featuring global stars like Anderson .Paak and BLACKPINK's Rosé, and will continue in Japan at the Kyocera Dome from November 22 to 23. The event's theme, 'BIG BLUR: What is Real?', promises innovative performances and surprise collaborations. Viewers worldwide can watch the live broadcast through various Mnet channels and platforms. Hosts Park Bo Gum and Kim Tae Ri will guide the ceremonies in Los Angeles and Japan, respectively.