‘2024 Mama Awards’ opens at LA Dolby Theater, the first K-pop awards ceremony

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Photo =​ Mnet ‘2024 Mama’ live ​broadcast capture

The ‘2024 Mama ‌Awards’ opened with the ‘Mama Awards US’ at the⁢ Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, USA ⁣at 12 noon on⁣ the 22nd (Korean ⁣time). ‌The awards ⁣ceremony ⁢was broadcast live on the Mnet ‍channel from noon to 2 p.m. on ‍the 22nd.

Park Bo-gum, who first appeared as a ⁢host, said, “The place where the ‘2024 Mama⁤ Awards US’ is ‍held is ‍the Dolby Theater in LA, famous for being the place where the‍ Academy Awards are ⁢held.” He​ added,​ “The place that introduced K-movies⁢ to the world has been saturated with K-pop fever, the⁤ first step in the United​ States.” ​“It’s meaningful and an honor to be with you,” he said.

On this day, Tours achieved⁣ two awards with ⁤the male ​rookie ⁢award, ‘Best New ​Male ​Artist’ and ‘Best Dance Performance Male’. ‌Tours’ Shinyu, who ⁤won the Male Rookie of the‌ Year trophy, ​said, “Thank you for giving me‍ this valuable award, thank ⁣the fans,” and “Thank you to the staff who‌ work hard with me.”

Rise ⁣Shotaro, who received the ‘Favorite Global Performance​ Male’ award, said, “This is my second ‌time participating in MAMA, ‌and ​I am honored to ⁢receive such a wonderful award.” He added, “Many things have ⁤happened this⁤ year, and we ⁣are grateful‌ to Breeze for believing in us and following us. “Hada, ​we will continue to be a shameless rise with this member, so please continue to support us.”

Jihoon of Tours, who returned to the stage after winning the ‘Best ⁣Dance ‌Performance Mail’ ⁢award, said, “I wanted to receive‌ the Best Performance award, and ⁤I am grateful that I was ⁣able to receive it.” He⁣ added, “I was practicing⁣ with the members‌ and thinking about how to​ become ⁤a good ⁣team, and I am happy that the‍ time was ⁢not wasted. “He expressed his feelings.

Aylet Yoona, who won the ‘Best New Female Artist’ trophy, said with‌ tears​ in her eyes, “It ⁢is an honor to be able⁢ to⁤ show a performance in ‘Mama’, which I​ have dreamed of⁤ since I was ​a trainee. Thank you for giving⁣ me the valuable new female artist award.”⁣ blushed. Mocha also shed tears, saying, “I will shine brightly for ‍a ⁤long time next to Glit (fandom name),” and “I will ⁣become an Aylit that can show our own stage.”

Park Jin-young, who received‍ the ‘Inspiring⁢ Achievement’ award, showed‌ off‍ his collaboration with singer Anderson Pack on ⁢a joint stage. Park Jin-young, who performed ‘Don’t Leave Me’,‌ ‘She Was Pretty’, ‘Honey’, ‘Who’s Your Mother’, and the new song ‘Easy ‌Lover’, said, “I want ​to give you strength and glory, so I’m‌ grateful for the award.” He ⁢said, “JYP. “My⁤ colleagues,⁣ 2PM, Day6, TWICE and Stray Kids who‌ are still working hard, you⁢ are the best to me.”

Meanwhile, this year’s awards ​ceremony, which⁤ started as the Mnet-KMTV Music Video‍ Festival in 1999 and celebrates ⁣its 25th anniversary this ‌year, will⁢ be‌ held in LA on the afternoon of the 22nd and at Kyocera Dome Osaka, Japan on the 23rd. This⁣ year’s ‘Mama Awards’ ⁢became the first⁣ K-pop awards ceremony ​to ⁣enter ​the United States.

– What role do international fanbases play in the success of K-Pop artists⁤ during events like the Mama Awards?

Title: Unpacking the ⁤Impact⁢ of the 2024 Mama Awards with K-Pop⁣ Expert Dr.‍ Emily ​Kwon

Interviewer (Time.news Editor): Thank​ you for joining us‌ today,‍ Dr. Kwon! The 2024⁣ Mama Awards recently took place in Los Angeles, marking ⁤a significant milestone in the K-Pop industry. What were some of your first impressions of this year’s event?

Dr. Emily Kwon: Thank you for having me! The 2024 Mama ⁢Awards, held at the iconic Dolby Theater,‌ was‌ a spectacular showcase of ⁢K-Pop’s growing influence in the U.S. The choice of venue speaks volumes, highlighting⁢ how far K-Pop has come, akin to the paths forged by ​K-movies in Hollywood. I found it heartening to see a blend of traditional award⁣ ceremony pomp with the electrifying energy ‍of K-Pop.

Editor: Absolutely! Park Bo-gum’s opening remarks emphasized the ​significance of this venue.⁣ How do you think this​ recognition ‍at a prestigious location⁤ like the Dolby Theater affects the perception of K-Pop globally?

Dr. Kwon: Hosting the awards there reinforces the narrative that K-Pop is not just a niche genre—it’s a global‍ phenomenon. This kind ‌of exposure, especially in a highly respected venue, helps break down ⁣cultural barriers and invites a broader audience to appreciate what K-Pop has to offer. It’s a key moment for artists to showcase their⁤ talents to fans and industry leaders in the West.

Editor: Tours ⁤had​ a remarkable night, ⁤winning multiple awards. What do you believe⁣ these⁤ accolades mean for emerging artists in the K-Pop ⁢scene?

Dr. Kwon: Winning awards like ‌’Best New Male Artist’ and ‘Best Dance Performance Male’ is a huge boost for Tours. It symbolizes ⁢industry recognition and validates their hard work. For⁢ emerging artists,​ accolades​ can⁣ lead to greater visibility, more opportunities, and, crucially, fan support.​ These⁣ moments can propel a rookie ​group into stardom, inspiring‌ countless others to pursue their passion in the industry.​

Editor: The spirit of gratitude from ⁤artists like Shinyu and Shotaro was palpable during the ⁣ceremony. In what ⁣ways do you think this authenticity resonates with⁣ fans?

Dr.⁤ Kwon: Authenticity is the cornerstone of K-Pop culture. ‍When artists express their gratitude towards fans ⁢and ‍their ⁢teams, it fosters​ a sense of community. Fans become emotionally invested in the artists’ journeys. ‍The sincerity shown during award speeches ⁤makes the connection stronger, as supporters feel recognized and appreciated ‍as part of the success story.

Editor: We‌ also noticed the clear global engagement from the‍ audience, especially with awards like ‘Favorite ⁤Global Performance Male’. How does international fanbase involvement shape the future‍ of K-Pop?

Dr. Kwon: ⁤ The global fanbase‍ is instrumental in K-Pop’s continued expansion. Their participation in voting and ⁢support systems ​leads​ to greater representation on platforms like the Mama⁣ Awards. As K-Pop continues to diversify and cater to international tastes, we can expect more hybrid collaborations and broader genres, thus ‌reshaping the future of the industry​ as a whole.

Editor: As we wrap ⁤up, what⁣ predictions do⁤ you have for the trajectory of K-Pop‍ in the ‍next few years, especially‌ in⁤ light of events ⁢like the Mama Awards?

Dr. ‍Kwon: I foresee K-Pop further embedding itself within the global ‌music landscape. Expect more collaboration between K-Pop artists and Western musicians, and perhaps even more award shows in the U.S. specifically tailored for ​K-Pop. The industry is ripe with‍ potential, and the momentum is only building. These award ceremonies will likely become even more crucial platforms for⁣ cultural​ exchange ​and recognition.

Editor: Thank you, Dr. Kwon, for your⁢ insightful analysis! It’s‌ clear that events like the Mama Awards play a vital role in the‌ evolution of K-Pop and its global reach.

Dr. Kwon: Thank‍ you! I’m excited to see‌ how ‌the industry continues to⁢ evolve and grow.

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