BIGBANG and Dooly the Little Dinosaur will collaborate on stage at the 2026 MAMA Awards. The surprise announcement was made at the press conference for the 2026 MAMA Awards held today, October 29. The pairing of BIGBANG, celebrating their 20th debut anniversary, and Dooly, the beloved Korean character born in 1983, is a truly cross-generational combination. Anticipation is already building for the chemistry they will bring to the stage.
BIGBANG debuted in 2006 and rewrote the history of Korean hip-hop and K-POP. Over 20 years, they have crossed generations with countless hits and performances. Dooly began as a comic by creator Kim Soo-jung and has been loved for over 40 years. The combination of these two icons is newsworthy in itself.
This collaboration is known to be a stage planned by MAMA Awards with generational integration as a keyword. How BIGBANG's music and Dooly's character will combine remains shrouded in mystery. Stage direction, performance composition, and visual effects are all undisclosed. The intent appears to be maximizing the surprise element.
BIGBANG has continued their comeback this year with various stages and activities. The MAMA Awards stage is likely to be the pinnacle. Dooly has also been re-spotlighted recently through various collaborations and merchandise. The moment these two icons meet may become a cultural event beyond a simple performance.
Aren't you curious to see what kind of fresh and unexpected chemistry BIGBANG and Dooly will bring to the stage?
BIGBANG debuted in 2006 and rewrote the history of Korean hip-hop and K-POP. Over 20 years, they have crossed generations with countless hits and performances. Dooly began as a comic by creator Kim Soo-jung and has been loved for over 40 years. The combination of these two icons is newsworthy in itself.
This collaboration is known to be a stage planned by MAMA Awards with generational integration as a keyword. How BIGBANG's music and Dooly's character will combine remains shrouded in mystery. Stage direction, performance composition, and visual effects are all undisclosed. The intent appears to be maximizing the surprise element.
BIGBANG has continued their comeback this year with various stages and activities. The MAMA Awards stage is likely to be the pinnacle. Dooly has also been re-spotlighted recently through various collaborations and merchandise. The moment these two icons meet may become a cultural event beyond a simple performance.
Aren't you curious to see what kind of fresh and unexpected chemistry BIGBANG and Dooly will bring to the stage?
FAQ
When was the BIGBANG and Dooly collaboration for the 2026 MAMA Awards announced?
It was unveiled as a surprise during the MAMA Awards press conference on October 29, 2026. BIGBANG, celebrating their 20th debut anniversary, and Dooly, the beloved national character born in 1983, will present a cross-generational stage performance.
When did BIGBANG debut?
BIGBANG debuted in 2006. The year 2026 marks their 20th anniversary, and the MAMA Awards stage was conceived as a special collaboration to commemorate this milestone.
What kind of character is Baby Dinosaur Dooly?
Dooly is a beloved national character created by cartoonist Kim Soo-jung in 1983, cherished for over 40 years. Recently rediscovered through various collaborations and merchandise, this stage with BIGBANG represents a unique pairing centered on generational unity.
