The 8th Asia Artist Awards (AAA) 2023, held on December 14 at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan, Philippines, was a night to remember in the world of Asian entertainment. Organized by STAR NEWS, TONZ ENTERTAINMENT, and PULP Live World, the AAA is renowned for celebrating the best in Asian artistry, often likened to the Oscars and Grammys of Asia.
NEWJEANS Takes the Spotlight
The highlight of the evening was the sensational performance and remarkable achievement of the five-piece girl group NEWJEANS. They emerged as the biggest winners, clinching two prestigious AAA Grand Prizes (Daesangs) for Song of the Year with their hit Ditto and Singer of the Year. Their success marked a significant milestone, reflecting their growing influence in the music industry.
A Night of Glamour and Celebrations
Hosted by the illustrious trio of IVE’s Jang Wonyoung, Kang Daniel, and ZEROBASEONE’s Sung Han-Bin, the event was a grand celebration of talent across the continent. The stage was electrified with performances from a diverse lineup of artists, including LE SSERAFIM, SEVENTEEN’s BSS, ZEROBASEONE, BOYNEXTDOOR, STRAY KIDS, ITZY, THE BOYZ, NMIXX, Kwon Eun-Bi, KEP1ER, SB19, DREAMCATCHER, KARD, AKMU, &TEAM, Lee Youngji, STAYC, Ash Island, and many more.
K-Drama Stars Grace the Event
The AAA also featured appearances from renowned K-drama stars such as Ahn Hyo-Seop, Kim Seon-Ho, Kim Se-Jeong, and Moon Ga-Young, adding to the event’s glamour and appeal.
A Legacy of Recognizing Excellence
Since its first ceremony in 2016 at Kyunghee University in South Korea, the AAA has expanded its reach across Asia, with ceremonies previously held in Vietnam and Japan. The 2023 edition in the Philippines continued this tradition of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of Asian music groups, artists, actors, and more.
The 8th Asia Artist Awards 2023 was not just an awards ceremony but a testament to the rich and diverse talent in the Asian entertainment industry. With NEWJEANS leading the pack with their impressive wins, the event showcased the dynamic and evolving landscape of Asian music and acting. As the AAA continues to honour excellence in entertainment, it remains a significant platform for artists across Asia to shine and inspire.
Here is the full list of winners:
AAA Focus Award
- HORI7ON
- LUN8
- Younghoon (The Boyz)
- Ahn Dong-Gu
AAA Icon Award
- Tempest
- NMIXX
- Kep1er
- Cha Joo-Young
AAA Potential Award
- Lapillus
- ATBO
- Yoo Seon-Ho
- Paul Blanco
AAA Best Creator Award
- 3RACHA
AAA Popularity Award
- Lim Young-Woong
- Sakurazaka46
- Lee Jun-Ho
- Kim Se-Jeong
AAA Hot Trend Award
- SB19
- NEWJEANS
- Lee Junho
- Ahn Hyo-Seop
- Lim Young-Woong
AAA New Wave Award
- Yaochen
- Kingdom
- Ash Island
- Jaechan
AAA Emotive Award
- ONEUS
- BOYNEXTDOOR
- &TEAM
- Suho
AAA Rookie of the Year
- ZEROBASEONE
- Moon Sang-Min
- Lee Eun-Saem
AAA Asia Celebrity Award
- NEWJEANS
- LE SSERAFIM
- Jang Won-Young
- Kim Seon-Ho
- Kentaro Sakaguchi
AAA Best Choice Award
- Lee Youngji
- KANG DANIEL
- BOYNEXTDOOR
- &TEAM
- NEWJEANS
- NMIXX
- Ben&Ben
- Dreamcatcher
- Lim Young-Woong
- DinDin
- Kim Jae-Joong
AAA Best Acting Performance Award
- Kim Young-Dae
- Lee Jun-Young
- Moon Ga-Young
- Suho
AAA Fabulous Award
- Kathryn Bernardo
- Daniel Padilla
- NEWJEANS
- STRAY KIDS
- Lim Young-Woong
AAA Best Musician Award
- ZEROBASEONE
- Sakurazaka46
- KARD
- STAYC
- Kwon Eun-Bi
AAA Scene Stealer Award
- Jung Sung-Il
AAA Best Actor Award
- Kim Se-Jeong
- Ahn Hyo-Seop
- Lee Dong-Hwi
- Melai Cantiveros-Francisco
- Lee Jun-Hyuk
AAA Top of K-pop Record Award
- Kim Jae-Joong
AAA Best Performance Award
- LE SSERAFIM
AAA Best Artist Award (Singer)
- SB19
- LE SSERAFIM
- AKMU
- ITZY
- IVE
- THE BOYZ
AAA Best Artist Award (Actor)
- Kentaro Sakaguchi
- Kim Seon-Ho
- Kim Ji-Hoon
AAA Grand Prize: Fandom of the Year
- Lim Young-Woong
AAA Grand Prize: Performance of the Year
- BSS (SEVENTEEN)
AAA Grand Prize: Stage of the Year
- STRAY KIDS
AAA Grand Prize: Actor of the Year
- Lee Junho
AAA Grand Prize: Song of the Year
- NEWJEANS – Ditto
AAA Grand Prize: Album of the Year
- SEVENTEEN – FML
AAA Grand Prize: Singer of the Year
- NEWJEANS