BIGBANG lead 2026 MAMA nominations with eight, ahead of BTS on seven

BIGBANG lead the 2026 MAMA Awards nominations with eight, ahead of BTS on seven, Forbes reported after the shortlist announced on 12 October. BTS hold five as a group, including Artist of the Year and Best Male Group, Billboard reported. BIGBANG hold four as a group, with the balance from solo and featured work.