It was a big night for BTS—winning all four Daesangs (grand prize) for the third year in a row in addition to five other awards
Fresh off making history as the first Asian artist to win Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards, BTS repeated the monumental feat locally at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) 2021 when they swept nine awards including all of the four Daesangs (grand prize).
The septet also achieved a Daesang all-kill for the third year in a row. They are also the most awarded artist in MAMA history as well as the biggest winner of the 2021 edition. Outside of MAMA, the group boasts the most Daesangs in history with 63.
BTS scooped Song of the Year for Butter, Album of the Year for BE, Worldwide Icon of the Year (the first and winner since the award was introduced in 2018) and Artist of the Year which they’ve won since 2016.
Don’t miss: BTS Makes History as First Asian Act to Win Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards 2021
In addition to the Daesangs, the Grammy-nominated superstars also bagged Best Group (Male), Best Dance Performance (Male Group), Best Music Video for Butter, TikTok Favourite Moment and Worldwide Fan’s Choice Top 10.
The members were not in attendance as they are currently on their break but gave their thanks in a pre-recorded speech. Vocalist Jin thanked their fans, ARMY for the support “We were honoured with a precious award at 2021 MAMA.”
Leader RM continued, “For all those who had difficult times this year, we tried new things in making music and worked hard to share strength and comfort. Thank you for empathising with our heartfelt music and enjoying it with us.”
Don’t miss: BTS Earns Second Grammy Nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance