It’s a big night for ONEDOOR fans. On the October 8 episode of M Countdown, BOYNEXTDOOR won their first music show trophy for “ANIMAL.” After weeks of promotions, the group finally got to hold the prize.
ANIMAL: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Winner | BOYNEXTDOOR |
| Winning song | “ANIMAL” |
| Show | M Countdown |
| Date | October 8, 2026 |
| Total points | 6,453 |
| Runner-up candidate | i-dle’s Soyeon, “I’m gonna TOESA” |
| Milestone | First music show win for the song |
A Tight Race at the Top
Only two songs were in contention for first place: BOYNEXTDOOR’s “ANIMAL” and i-dle Soyeon’s “I’m gonna TOESA.” The group came out on top with 6,453 points. The winner announcement and encore stage are available to watch on the official M Countdown YouTube channel, and they’re worth a replay if you missed the live moment.
If you want the group’s background, the BOYNEXTDOOR Wikipedia page covers their debut and discography.
Who Else Hit the Stage?
It was a packed lineup. The performers were BOYNEXTDOOR, Hwang Minhyun, KickFlip, ALLDAY PROJECT, N.Flying, NiziU, CRAVITY, KO1KEYZ, ONEUS, CLOSE YOUR EYES, TUIDE, Rothy, Kim Jae Hwan, hrtz.wav, Hayoon and HAENA.
Stages Worth Watching
A few of the performances on the night:
- Hwang Minhyun performed “OUR”
- KickFlip performed “Kick Off The Wall” and “Puzzle Piece”
- ALLDAY PROJECT performed “CRASH”
- N.Flying performed “Still”
- NiziU performed “Sour Grapes”
- CRAVITY performed “LOUDER”
Kim Jae Hwan also did a double-song set with “Call It Love” and “No Limits for Us!”
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FAQs
Which song won on M Countdown on October 8, 2026?
BOYNEXTDOOR’s “ANIMAL” won with 6,453 points.
Is this BOYNEXTDOOR’s first music show win?
Yes, it’s their first music show trophy for “ANIMAL.”
