The 2023 MAMA Awards, one of the most prestigious K-pop awards ceremonies, has announced its date and venue for this year. The event will take place at the Tokyo Dome in Japan on November 28 and 29, with the theme of “ONE I BORN”.
According to the official announcement, the concept of this year’s MAMA Awards is “ONE I BORN”, which means that “I” with infinite potential and MAMA meet with positive energy and are born together as “ONE”. The idea is to celebrate the diversity and creativity of K-pop artists and fans, who have overcome the challenges of the pandemic and created a new era of music.
The official poster for the 2023 MAMA Awards features a colorful and futuristic design, with the slogan “World’s No.1 K-POP Awards”. The poster also reveals the official hashtag for the event, which is #2023MAMA.
How to vote and watch the 2023 MAMA Awards?
Voting for the 2023 MAMA Awards will begin on October 19 at 6 p.m. KST, and fans can cast their votes on the official website or app. The voting period will end on November 26 at 11:59 p.m. KST.
The ceremonies will be broadcast live on November 28 and 29 at 6 p.m. KST, and fans can watch them on various platforms, such as Mnet, TVING, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and more. The ceremonies will also feature special performances by some of the most popular K-pop groups and soloists, as well as collaborations with international artists.
Who are the nominees and performers for the 2023 MAMA Awards?
The nominees for the 2023 MAMA Awards have not been announced yet, but they are expected to be revealed soon. The nominees will be selected based on various criteria, such as album sales, digital sales, online votes, expert evaluations, and global fan votes.
The performers for the 2023 MAMA Awards have also not been confirmed yet, but they are likely to include some of the biggest names in K-pop, such as BTS, BLACKPINK, TWICE, EXO, NCT, SEVENTEEN, ITZY, TXT, ENHYPEN, aespa, and more. The event will also showcase some of the rising stars of K-pop, such as STAYC, WEi, PURPLE KISS, LIGHTSUM, T1419, and more.
The 2023 MAMA Awards will also feature some special guests and presenters from different fields of entertainment, such as actors, comedians, models, athletes, and more. Some of the rumored guests include Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin (who recently got married), Lee Min Ho and Kim Go Eun (who starred in The King: Eternal Monarch), Park Seo Joon and IU (who are working on a new movie together), Song Joong Ki and Jeon Yeo Bin (who starred in Vincenzo), and more.
Why is Tokyo Dome chosen as the venue for the 2023 MAMA Awards?
The Tokyo Dome is one of the largest and most iconic stadiums in Japan, with a capacity of over 50,000 people. It is also a popular venue for concerts by both Japanese and international artists. Some of the K-pop groups that have performed at the Tokyo Dome include TVXQ, BIGBANG, SHINee, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, BTS, TWICE, EXO, NCT 127, SEVENTEEN, MONSTA X, IZ*ONE, and more.
The Tokyo Dome was chosen as the venue for the 2023 MAMA Awards because it represents the global influence and popularity of K-pop. Japan is one of the largest markets for K-pop music in Asia and in the world. Many K-pop groups have debuted or promoted in Japan with great success. The Tokyo Dome also symbolizes the friendship and cultural exchange between Korea and Japan.
The 2023 MAMA Awards will be the first time that the event will be held at the Tokyo Dome. The previous editions of the MAMA Awards were held in various locations across Asia and beyond. Some of these locations include Seoul (South Korea), Macau (China), Singapore (Singapore), Hong Kong (China), Nagoya (Japan), Hanoi (Vietnam), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Los Angeles (USA), Paris (France), Dubai (UAE), London (UK), Bangkok (Thailand), Manila (Philippines), Jakarta (Indonesia), Mumbai (India), Sydney (Australia), Berlin (Germany), Cairo (Egypt), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Moscow (Russia), Toronto (Canada), Cape Town (South Africa), Istanbul (Turkey), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Mexico City (Mexico), New York City (USA), and more.
The 2023 MAMA Awards will be a grand celebration of K-pop music and culture, as well as a platform for global collaboration and communication. Fans can look forward to an exciting and memorable event, with amazing performances, awards, and surprises.
