"BTS SWEEP REGARDLESS": Fans thrilled as BTS becomes the most nominated artist at the MAMA Awards 2023

BTS has once again created history, enchanting the world with their music and artistry. The stage for this remarkable achievement was set by their nominations for the prestigious MAMA Awards 2023, a feat made all the more extraordinary due to their hiatus.

It's not just the number of nominations but the sheer magnitude that sets this accomplishment apart. The group secured the distinction of being the most nominated artists at this year's MAMA awards.

This incredible feat was a result of the individual projects undertaken by the members over the past year. Their solo endeavors found themselves in competition with the collective BTS, creating a showdown that spanned multiple categories. Fans reveled in what they affectionately dubbed "Chapter 2 of BTS vs. BTS."

In the midst of these accolades, Jimin emerged as the standout solo artist among the members. He garnered a staggering 13 nominations out of the 29.

His name is now etched in history as the first Korean solo artist to claim the coveted top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

BTS makes history by becoming the most nominated artist at the MAMA awards while on a hiatus

BTS, or Bangtan Sonyeondan, has a storied relationship with the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA).

The event, one of South Korea's most prestigious and eagerly anticipated music award ceremonies, has consistently provided the group with a stage to showcase their talents and mark their place on the global music scene.

At the 2023 MAMA awards, BTS received an astonishing 29 nominations, spanning an impressive 12 categories. These nominations reinforce their commitment to excellence and underscore their profound impact on the global music landscape.

Here's a glimpse of Bangtan group and the members' nominations for the 2023 MAMA Awards:

While the fans jubilantly celebrated these nominations, some expressed disappointment that the "hyung line" of Bangtan, including RM, Suga, and Jin, were not among the nominees.

As the anticipation for the results of the MAMA 2023 Awards builds, fans are confident that their beloved BTS will triumph, securing numerous awards and once again dazzling the world with their music and artistry.

About the author

Rujula is a pop culture journalist who covers K-pop at Sportskeeda. She graduated with a bachelors in English Literature from Mumbai University, following which, as a self-proclaimed K-pop fangirl, Rujula pursued her passion for the written word to report on all things Korean. Rujula has over 4 years experience in curating content for diverse companies like Disney (Star Sports), KpopWise, Icy Tales, Nettv4u, and Walking Wicket.

For her, referring to official sources and cross-verifying information are of utmost importance to maintain objectivity and credibility of the information she offers to her readers. She also takes into account social media posts from people experiencing an incident first-hand to add depth and perspective to her story.

While creatively presenting information about an artist’s particular look or campaign is Rujula’s forte, she believes her true strength lies in interviewing celebrities and idols. At Sportskeeda, Rujula has exclusively interviewed famous K-pop groups and idols such as ChoCo, Jae Chong, BLACKSWAN, DKZ, Lee Taevin, E:LFIN, Kim Seong-gyeong, and Hyun-woo.

Rujula’s favorite artists in the K-circle are BTS, Jackson Wang, ENHYPEN, and SEVENTEEN, and she admires them for their humility, genuineness, and generosity. When not busy tracking the latest developments in Korean entertainment, Rujula can be found playing cricket, a sport she has played professionally for over 10 years.

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