The 2026 MAMA AWARDS announced its first performance lineup in Osaka, featuring 12 acts and highlighting a promise between RESCENE’s Wonni and Lee Sung-min.
October/13/2026 11:18
The "2026 MAMA AWARDS" announced its first lineup. CJ ENM revealed the first performance artist lineup for the "2026 MAMA AWARDS," which will be held over two days, November 20 and 21, at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka. In this announcement, a total of 12 teams were listed. In particular, along with this lineup announcement, the special promise between RESCENE’s Wonni and comedian Lee Sung-min has again attracted attention. The two have maintained a connection since co-starring last year through the web variety show "My Yeonsu Uncle." In a YouTube video in February, Lee Sung-min asked Wonni, "Someday, if you become the ending fairy at an awards ceremony, please strike a specific pose as a sign that you remember uncle," and Wonni replied, "I will definitely get first place and do the pose." At the time, Lee Sung-min encouraged her, saying, "Within five years, you will become the ending fairy at 'MAMA,' and uncle will become a main MC on terrestrial TV and call you," but RESCENE ended up being scheduled to appear at 'MAMA' in just a few months. On the first day of the awards ceremony, the 20th, in addition to RESCENE, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, INI, and NCT WISH will color the stage. On the following day, the 21st, CORTIS, KiiiKiii, LE SSERAFIM, NAYEON of TWICE, and ZEROBASEONE will appear and present glamorous performances. ・ "2026 MAMA AWARDS" decided to be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka in November! Previewing a diverse program ・ "2026 MAMA AWARDS" kicks off in earnest! This year, a participatory festival "MAMA FAN FESTA" is newly established
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