Byeon Woo-seok to Appear as Presenter at KMA 2026

Actor Byeon Woo-seok will attend KMA 2026 as a presenter, adding star power to the K-pop award ceremony set to take place in Seoul this July.

KMA 2026, also known as the KM Chart Awards, will be held on July 25 at Korea University’s Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul.

Byeon Woo-seok, who rose to global popularity after the 2024 drama ‘Lovely Runner,’ is expected to appear on stage to celebrate and support K-pop artists.

Byeon Woo-seok Joins KMA 2026 as Presenter

Byeon Woo-seok has become one of the most talked-about Korean actors in recent years.

After leading the hit drama ‘Lovely Runner,’ he built a strong international fanbase and became a rising global star across drama, fashion and entertainment.

His appearance at KMA 2026 is drawing attention because it connects his acting career with the K-pop world. Byeon has already shown a close link to music through drama soundtracks, including his participation in OST-related projects.

At the ceremony, attention is focused on which artist he will present an award to.

KMA 2026 to Celebrate K-pop Artists in Seoul

KMA 2026 will bring together a wide range of K-pop artists for a major music award ceremony.

The event will be hosted by Kang Tae-oh and Won Ji-an, who have been confirmed as the main MCs.

The ceremony is organized by KM Chart and KM Chart World, with the KMA organizing committee and UPICK involved in its operation.

As a fan-participation-based music award show, KMA aims to recognize artists who have received strong support from global K-pop fans.

Star-Studded Lineup Announced for KMA 2026

The performer lineup includes both established acts and rising teams.

Artists scheduled to appear include TOMORROW X TOGETHER, P1Harmony, Hi-Fi Un!corn, ZEROBASEONE, 82MAJOR, UNIS, VVUP, KickFlip, Hearts2Hearts, NEWBEAT, ALLDAY PROJECT, CORTIS, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, LNGSHOT and MODYSSEY.

The lineup shows the ceremony’s focus on the current and next generation of K-pop artists.

With groups from different stages of their careers joining the event, KMA 2026 is expected to highlight the diversity of today’s K-pop scene.

Byeon Woo-seok Balances Acting and Fan Activities

Byeon Woo-seok is currently busy with several major activities.

He is linked to Netflix’s live-action adaptation of ‘Solo Leveling,’ where he has been cast as the lead. He is also preparing for his 2026 Asia fan meeting tour, ‘The Secret Library,’ which begins in Seoul in July.

Despite his packed schedule, his appearance at KMA 2026 gives fans a chance to see him at a major domestic K-pop event.

His presence is expected to attract not only K-pop fans but also drama viewers who followed his rise through ‘Lovely Runner.’

KMA 2026 Gains More Attention With Actor Presenter Lineup

Award ceremonies often draw wider attention when popular actors join as presenters.

For KMA 2026, Byeon Woo-seok’s participation adds another layer of interest to the event. His global popularity, strong fanbase and connection to music-related projects make him a fitting guest for a K-pop awards stage.

As the ceremony approaches, fans are watching to see which category he will present and which K-pop artist will receive the trophy from him.

With a packed artist lineup, confirmed MCs and a high-profile presenter, KMA 2026 is shaping up to be one of the notable K-pop events of the summer.