The 2023 Asia Artist Awards, an esteemed event recognizing outstanding achievements in music, film, television, and online content creation, took center stage at the Philippine Arena on December 14. Hosted for the first time in the Philippines, this edition of the AAA was a momentous occasion, co-organized by TONZ Entertainment and Filipino concert producer PULP Live World.
DAESANG Winners: The Grand Prize, known as DAESANG, was awarded to exemplary artists in various categories.
- Actor of the Year: Lee Junho
- Singer of the Year: NewJeans
- Album of the Year: Seventeen’s “FML”
- Song of the Year: “Ditto” by NewJeans
- Stage of the Year: Stray Kids
- Performance of the Year: Seventeen BSS
- Fandom of the Year (Star Ranking King of Kings): Lim Young-woong
AAA Best Artist Award (Actor): Recognizing outstanding performances, the AAA Best Artist Award in the actor category went to:
- Kentaro Sakaguchi
- Kim Seonho
- Kim Jihoon
AAA Best Artist Award (Singer): Acknowledging musical excellence, the AAA Best Artist Award in the singer category was bestowed upon:
- AKMU
- ITZY
- The Boyz
- Le Sserafim
- IVE
- SB19
AAA Best Performance Award: The AAA Best Performance Award was presented to Le Sserafim, highlighting their exceptional onstage prowess.
AAA Top of K-pop Record Award: Acknowledging remarkable contributions to the K-pop scene, the AAA Top of K-pop Record Award was given to Kim Jaejoong.
AAA Best Actor Award: In the realm of acting, notable recipients of the AAA Best Actor Award were:
- Kim Sejeong
- Ahn Hyo-seop
- Lee Dong-Hwi
- Melai Cantiveros
- Lee Jun-hyuk
AAA Scene Stealer Award: Recognizing scene-stealing performances, the AAA Scene Stealer Award went to Jung Sung-il.
AAA Best Musician Award: Celebrating musical talent, the AAA Best Musician Award was presented to KARD, STAYC, ZEROBASEONE, Kwon Eun-bi, and Sakurazaka46.
AAA Fabulous Award: The AAA Fabulous Award was conferred upon NewJeans, Stray Kids, Lim Young-woong, Kathryn Bernardo, and Daniel Padilla.
AAA Best Acting Performance Award: Outstanding acting performances were acknowledged through the AAA Best Acting Performance Award, given to Kim Young-dae, Lee Junyoung, EXO’s Suho, and Moon Gayoung.
AAA Best Choice Award: The AAA Best Choice Award was granted to Lee Youngji, BOYNEXTDOOR, Kang Daniel, &TEAM, NewJeans, NMIXX, Ben&Ben, Dreamcatcher, Lim Young-woong, Dindin, and Kim Jaejoong.
AAA Rookie of the Year: Emerging talents were celebrated with the AAA Rookie of the Year Award, presented to ZEROBASEONE, Moon Sang-min, and Lee Eun-saem.
AAA Asia Celebrity Award: Acknowledging regional influence, the AAA Asia Celebrity Award was bestowed upon NewJeans, Le Sserafim, IVE’s Jang Wonyoung, Kentaro Sakaguchi, and Kim Seonho.
AAA Emotive Award: The AAA Emotive Award recognized emotional impact in performances, with ONEUS, BOYNEXTDOOR, &TEAM, and EXO’s Suho receiving the accolade.
AAA Hot Trend Award: Reflecting contemporary trends, the AAA Hot Trend Award was given to NewJeans, SB19, Lim Young-woong, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Lee Junho.
AAA Popularity Award: Selected by the audience, the AAA Popularity Award was claimed by Lim Young-woong, Sakurazaka46, Lee Junho, and Kim Sejeong.
AAA Icon Award: Honoring iconic figures in the industry, the AAA Icon Award was presented to Tempest, NMIXX, Kep1er, and Cha Joo-young.
AAA Best Producer: Seo Hyun Joo from Starship Entertainment received the AAA Best Producer Award for her exceptional contributions.
AAA Best Creator Award: Recognizing creative brilliance, the AAA Best Creator Award was bestowed upon 3RACHA.
AAA New Wave Award: Pioneering new waves in the industry, the AAA New Wave Award was given to Yao Chen, Kingdom, Ash Island, and DKZ’s Jaechan.
AAA Potential Award: Spotlighting potential, the AAA Potential Award was presented to Lapillus, ATBO, Paul Blanco, and Yoo Seon-ho.
AAA Focus Award: The AAA Focus Award was given to HORI7ON, The Boyz’s Younghoon, Ahn Dong-goo, and LUN8.
The 2023 Asia Artist Awards showcased the diverse talents and contributions of outstanding artists across various entertainment fields. With the event making its debut in the Philippines, it marked a significant chapter in the history of the AAA, bringing together top-tier talent and industry professionals for a memorable celebration of excellence.