BABYMONSTER marks its 2nd anniversary with a special event featuring humor, awards, and exciting news about upcoming projects.
April/6/2026 18:56
BABYMONSTER has reached its 2nd anniversary, delivering pleasant laughter to fans with witty skits and special news. YG ENTERTAINMENT published '[BAEMON NEWS 7] THE 1ST BM AWARDS… AND MORE' on the 3rd on their official blog. This is a self-produced content in a news format that debuted in 2024, showcasing the members' upgraded variety sense and love for fans, creating warm smiles. BABYMONSTER appeared with various characters, centered around anchor Laura, analyst Asa, fortune teller Chiquita, and reporter Ahyeon. They naturally handled various settings, displaying their free-spirited charm, and the reappearance of characters that gained significant support in the previous season increased joy. The highlight of this video is the 'Bemon Awards' ceremony commemorating the 2nd anniversary. Unique and innovative award categories such as 'Damages', 'Management Target', 'Occasionally Above', 'Beyond Imagination', 'Fatal Injury', 'Reserved Award', and 'Sister Statue' followed, with members providing laughter through witty reactions and comments. In the anniversary greetings and analysis corner, each member's personality stood out. Members transformed into various roles like Riri × Ahyeon, producer, nutritionist, and rapper, sending congratulatory messages in their own ways. Asa and Chiquita engaged in unpredictable exchanges regarding BABYMONSTER's achievements over the past two years, causing bursts of laughter. Ahyeon's solo news skit hinted at the members' expectations for their 2nd world tour and 3rd mini-album. Luca and Parita expressed their determination to meet more Monsteez (fan name) starting from Seoul in June, and they showcased the choreography for the new album's title track 'CHOOM' in a mosaic-filtered state, raising interest. BABYMONSTER will release their 3rd mini-album 'CHOOM' on May 4 at 6 PM and will begin full-scale comeback activities. Additionally, they plan to start their 2nd world tour with a performance in Seoul from June 26 to 28, covering five continents: Asia, North America, Oceania, Europe, and South America.
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![BABYMONSTER departed from Incheon International Airport for Indonesia for the 2026-27 BABYMONSTER WORLD TOUR [CHOOM] in Jakarta.](https://cdn.livedoor.jp/kstyle/kstyle/29ee847bf0a14de9c70ca4b5bdcefcb9_WI.jpg)
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