[2026 TMA] CORTIS, Embraces 'Next Leader'... Sprint of a Big New Star
'Next Leader' Awarded Just Over a Year After Debut... Solidifying Position as Next-Generation K-Pop Artist'GREENGREEN' Surpasses 4.1 Million Copies Sold... Title Track 'REDRED' Continues Long-Term SuccessThe '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA)', hosted by
and organized by FANNSTAR and UCW, is being held at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium in Yeonje-gu, Busan on the afternoon of the 19th, with CORTIS delivering a spectacular performance. / Reporter Bae Jeong-han, Busan Asiad Main Stadium[THE FACT|Reporter Kim Si-hyung] Group CORTIS has solidified its position as a next-generation K-POP artist by winning 'Next Leader' at the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS'.On the evening of the 19th, CORTIS received the honor of the 'Next Leader' award at the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS(THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS, TMA)' held at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium in Yeonje-gu, Busan.Embracing the trophy, CORTIS expressed gratitude to their fans and agency, saying, "We are grateful to Big Hit and HYBE for their hard work and support. We love you, our Cores."The 'Next Leader' award, received by CORTIS, is an award equivalent to 'Rookie of the Year', given to teams that have achieved outstanding results based on their debut album among rookies who debuted within the year. The award recipient is determined by combining 60 points for album and music sales with 40 points for judge evaluation.Since their debut, CORTIS has shown rapid growth, establishing their unique music and concept. In particular, their second mini-album 'GREENGREEN', released in May, achieved remarkable results in album sales.The '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA)', hosted by and organized by FANNSTAR and UCW, is being held at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium in Yeonje-gu, Busan on the afternoon of the 19th, with CORTIS delivering a spectacular performance. / Reporter Bae Jeong-hanAs of the tracking period from the 6th to the 12th of the latest weekly album chart by Circle Chart, the cumulative sales of 'GREENGREEN' recorded approximately 4.1 million copies. This is a record set just over a year after their debut.The title track 'REDRED' also contributed to their upward trend by continuing its long-term success. Attention is focused on the future endeavors of CORTIS, who has shown rapid growth since their debut, following this award.The '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS', hosted by and organized by FANNSTAR and UCW, is a global music festival completed by top K-POP artists and fans from around the world. It has received much love every year for its high-quality performances and abundant attractions, and after stops in Osaka, Japan, and Macau, it has returned to the heartland of K-POP, South Korea, after three years, receiving more fervent attention than ever before.The '2026 TMA', hosted by Jun Hyun-moo and Seohyun with their trusted chemistry, features top artists loved both domestically and internationally, including CORTIS, RIIZE, RESCENE, xikers, IDID, ILLIT, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, EVAN, ATEEZ, NMIXX, ALLDAY PROJECT, Lim Young Woong, YENA, CORTIS, CLOSE YOUR EYES, KiiiKii(KiiiKiii), TREASURE, and tripleS, presenting an epic festival.'2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS' is being exclusively live-streamed in Korea on Naver's streaming platform 'Chijijik', in Japan on the live streaming platform 'Nico Nico Live', and in other regions through the global K-POP live platform 'Hello Live'. Fans who could not attend the event are enjoying the atmosphere of the Busan Asiad Main Stadium, filled with the passion of K-POP fans, from the blue carpet event to the main awards ceremony through these platforms.rocker@tf.co.kr
