Jungkook at MMA 2024: BTS' Golden Maknae becomes second most awarded male soloist with 3 major wins, ARMYs react

BTS' Jungkook took over the Melon Music Awards 2024 despite being absent from the ceremony in the wake of his ongoing mandatory military enlistment. The pop star, who debuted as a soloist last year with his first album titled Golden, swept three major awards at the prestigious event, including one coveted Bonsang, held at Inspire Arena, South Korea.

Jungkook wins three major awards at MMA 2024

BTS' Golden Maknae Jeon Jungkook, more prominently known by his stage name Jungkook, emerged as the second awarded male soloist in the history of Melon Music Awards as the Seven singers took home three major honours. He was honoured with Millions Top 10, Top 10 Bonsang, and Best Male Solo on November 30.

2024 MelOn Music Awards

? Top 10
? Best Solo Male
? Millions Top 10 (GOLDEN)

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CONGRATULATIONS JUNGKOOK
JUNG KOOK TOP 10 BONSANG
JUNG KOOK MMA BEST SOLO
JUNGKOOK MILLIONS TOP 10#JUNGKOOK #?? #MMA2024 pic.twitter.com/jdZGOdZuwd

¡ª MELROSE (@Melkenstock) November 30, 2024

Jungkook second most-awarded solo artist at MMA.

Jungkook's impressive winning streak at the Melon Music Awards has earned him seven MMA awards to date. His consecutive wins of the Best Male Solo Award in 2023 and 2024 highlight his popularity.

Here's a breakdown of his notable awards:

- TOP 10 Bonsang: 2 awards

- Millions Top 10: 1 award

- Best Solo Male Awards: 2 awards

- Hot Trend Award: 1 award

During the recent honour, Jungkook was also referred to as World No. Idol and World No. 1 Pop star, solidifying his position as the leading K-pop star in the global sphere.

Additionally, Melon Music Awards also honoured Jungkook by featuring him in a commemorative video celebrating the platform's 20-year milestone. Jungkook was one of the select artists recognized for his significant impact on the Melon Annual Chart in 2023.

MMA included Jungkook in a video clip summarizing the platform¡¯s 20-year history, as one of a few selected artists who showcased remarkable impact on Melon Annual Chart of 2023! pic.twitter.com/LH9xkm6moU

¡ª Golden Times (@JJK_Times) November 30, 2024

How ARMYs reacted to Jungkook's recent win

Despite a no-show from BTS owing to their mandatory military service, Jungkook dominating this award season has brought much-needed cheer to their dedicated fanbase, known as ARMYs. Following JK's recent win, many took to X to express excitement and share congratulatory wishes for the BTS star.

"World No.1 IDOL & World No.1 Pop Star" #MMA pic.twitter.com/9Ia1zn9DGH

¡ª K? is happy (@tksovers) November 30, 2024

Congrats to Jung Kook for winning ¡°Top 10 (Bonsang)¡± at the 2024 MelOn Music Awards!

¡ª Double Million Seller in 5 Hours
¡ª Longest-Running Billboard 200
(for first time as an Asian artist)
¡ª World No.1 IDOL & World No.1 Pop Star

CONGRATULATIONS JUNGKOOK
JUNG KOOK TOP 10¡­ pic.twitter.com/7RTKS1w0c9

¡ª bts memeories? (@btsmemeories) November 30, 2024

You can post articles from last week or last year as you like Jungkook still won and he is still called world's No.1 Idol and No.1 POP star ?????? like it won't change anything but show how you are leaking bitter tears pic.twitter.com/yn5wdGOjUS

¡ª €¢€á (@lordjeonz) November 30, 2024

The undisputed World No. Idol & No. 1 Pop Star; Jungkook (??). pic.twitter.com/3xW8cXvMYQ

¡ª Golden JK Universe (@GoldenJKUnivers) November 30, 2024

About Jungkook's debut album Golden

Jungkook released his debut album Golden on November 3, 2023. The pop album features 11 tracks, including the pre-release singles Seven and 3D ft. Jack Harlow as well as Standing Next to You and Yes or No. The album scripted history by becoming the first and only K-pop solo album to reach a whopping 4 BILLION streams on Spotify!

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