CJ ENM has announced the first wave of performers for the highly anticipated 2024 MAMA Awards, set to take place in both the U.S. and Japan. The event will kick off on November 21 (PST) at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, and continue from November 22 to 23 (KST/JST) at the KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Japan.

Among the exciting lineup is INI, a rising J-pop group that has quickly captured the attention of fans with their engaging performances. INI will take the stage on November 23 (KST/JST), highlighting their growing influence in the music industry alongside other major acts including:

2024 MAMA AWARDS US (November 21 PST)

• ILLIT
• KATSEYE
• RIIZE

2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN (November 22 KST/JST)

• ENHYPEN
• TOMORROW X TOGETHER
• IVE

2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN (November 23 KST/JST)

• aespa
• INI
• ZEROBASEONE

This year’s MAMA Awards will revolve around the theme “BIG BLUR: What is Real?”, reflecting the increasingly blurred lines between industries, cultures, and music genres. With this theme, the awards ceremony aims to present surreal yet real experiences, showcasing visually captivating performances through the convergence of art and technology.

The 2024 MAMA Awards has a 25-year legacy of celebrating and promoting K-pop on a global scale, with previous ceremonies held in various countries across Asia, including Macao, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Japan. This year, the inclusion of INI underscores CJ ENM’s commitment to elevate J-pop alongside K-pop on the world stage.

Fans can look forward to INI’s performance and other exciting acts at the 2024 MAMA Awards, which will also be broadcast worldwide on various digital platforms.

Stay tuned for more updates on the event and additional performers!