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Winners Of The 35th Seoul Music Awards

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🗓️ 6/21/2026, 12:24:04 AM⏱️ 1 min read👀 3 views💬 0

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1On June 20, the 35th Seoul Music Awards (SMA) were held at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon.ATEEZ won this year’s Daesang (Grand Prize), in addition to taking home…

On June 20, the 35th Seoul Music Awards (SMA) were held at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon.

ATEEZ ATEEZ ATEEZ K-POP GROUP ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stag won this year’s Daesang (Grand Prize), in addition to taking home one of this year’s Bonsangs (Main Awards).

Meanwhile, BOYNEXTDOOR snagged a total of four awards, including Best Album, World Best Artist, the R&B/Hip Hop Award, and a Bonsang. Lee Chan Won also took home four awards this year, including SMA Best Artist, the Popularity Award, the Trot Award, and a Bonsang.

ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE K-POP GROUP ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 9-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. and LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM K-POP GROUP LE SSERAFIM is a five-member girl group known for confident, performance-driven concepts and strong stage presence. both claimed three awards each: ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE K-POP GROUP ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 9-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. won Best Album, Best Group, and a Bonsang, while LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM K-POP GROUP LE SSERAFIM is a five-member girl group known for confident, performance-driven concepts and strong stage presence. won Best Song, World Best Artist, and a Bonsang.

Check out the full list of winners below!

Daesang (Grand Prize): ATEEZ ATEEZ ATEEZ K-POP GROUP ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stag

Best Song: LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM K-POP GROUP LE SSERAFIM is a five-member girl group known for confident, performance-driven concepts and strong stage presence.

Best Album: BOYNEXTDOOR, ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE K-POP GROUP ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 9-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE.

Bonsang (Main Award): ALPHA DRIVE ONE, ATEEZ ATEEZ ATEEZ K-POP GROUP ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stag , BOYNEXTDOOR, Dayoung (WJSN), Hearts2Hearts Hearts2Hearts K-POP GROUP Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) is an 8-member girl group under SM Entertainment, debuting in 2025 with a fresh, emotional pop sound and a global focus. , KiiiKiii, Kwon Eun Bi, LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM K-POP GROUP LE SSERAFIM is a five-member girl group known for confident, performance-driven concepts and strong stage presence. , Lee Chan Won, ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE K-POP GROUP ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 9-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE.

World Best Artist: BOYNEXTDOOR, LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM K-POP GROUP LE SSERAFIM is a five-member girl group known for confident, performance-driven concepts and strong stage presence.

SMA Best Artist: Lee Chan Won

New Icon: Doh Kyung Soo (EXO EXO EXO K-POP GROUP EXO is a globally influential K-pop boy group known for powerful vocals, polished performances, and a strong legacy in modern K-pop. Since debuting in 2012, EXO has shaped the sound and visuals of an entire generation. ’s D.O.)

Golden Revival Award: EXO EXO EXO K-POP GROUP EXO is a globally influential K-pop boy group known for powerful vocals, polished performances, and a strong legacy in modern K-pop. Since debuting in 2012, EXO has shaped the sound and visuals of an entire generation.

Korean Wave Special Award: BTS BTS BTS K-POP GROUP BTS (방탄소년단) is a South Korean K-pop group formed by BigHit Music and debuted on June 13, 2013. The group consists of seven members: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. Known for their powerful performances, me

Best Group: ZEROBASEONEBest Solo Artist: Dayoung (WJSN)

R&B/Hip Hop Award: BOYNEXTDOOROST Award: Sung Han Bin (ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE K-POP GROUP ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 9-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. )Trot Award: Lee Chan WonRock/Ballad Award: HANROROBand Award: Dragon Pony

Best Performance Award: izna, xikers

K-Pop World Choice (Group): Super JuniorK-Pop World Choice (Solo): Yeonjun (TXT)

Rookie of the Year: AHOF, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, CLOSE YOUR EYES, IDID

SMA Global Rookie Award: idntt, MODYSSEY, SAY MY NAME

Popularity Award: Lee Chan Won

SMA Legend Award: Roo’ra

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners!

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