Major Change To “2024 MAMA Awards” Album Daesang Criteria Sparks Divided Reactions

A major change to the 2024 MAMA Awards has sparked a heated debate.

Ahead of the events in November, a huge change was made to the category of Album Of The Year. Last year, changes already took place…

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In a statement, along with adding a new category for choreography, they said that rather than being limited to sales figures, the new criteria would look at factors such as planning, music, artwork quality, visuals and the overall impact. Unsurprisingly, considering how well-known the MAMA Awards are, netizens had their own thoughts on the changes.

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Many fans found faults and criticized the decision. Along with announcing the changes after the “tracking period” ends, the new criteria seemed less transparent and more subjective, meaning it would be harder to figure out what the judges were looking for.

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Some had more mixed feelings and while they understand the change, they are skeptical about how it is going to be executed, especially with Mnet’s past reputation.

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The nominees are set to be announced on October 14.