# BIGBANG Takes 1st Win for “BIIIG” on Inkigayo — The Kings Return to the Music Show Throne After 8 YEARS!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/bigbang-takes-1st-win-for-biiig-on-inkigayo/  
Published: 2026-09-07  
Updated: 2026-09-07  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Eight years. One trophy. Tears EVERYWHERE. BIGBANG took their 1st win for “BIIIG” on SBS’s Inkigayo on September 7, 2026! The legendary group — who last won on a Korean music show in 2018 — has reclaimed their throne in the most emotional music show victory of the year.

For a group that debuted in 2006, pioneered K-pop’s global expansion, completed a 31-show stadium world tour this summer, and is now celebrating their 20th anniversary — winning Inkigayo with “BIIIG” isn’t just a trophy. It’s proof that BIGBANG’s music is as relevant today as it was two decades ago.

VIPs, your kings just proved that legends never fade. They just come back BIGGER.

## BIGBANG Wins on Inkigayo — September 7 Recap

Inkigayo is SBS’s flagship Sunday music show — one of K-pop’s most prestigious stages. The weekly winner is determined through digital music scores (55%), physical sales (10%), SNS scores (10%), and live voting (25%).

| **Rank** | **Artist** | **Song** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 🏆 **1st Place** | **BIGBANG** | **BIIIG** |
| Nominee | MONSTA X | — |
| Nominee | Chungha | — |

This marks BIGBANG’s first music show win since 2018 — an eight-year gap that makes this trophy one of the most emotionally significant wins in K-pop history.

## Why This Win Is HISTORIC

| **Context** | **Detail** |
| --- | --- |
| ⏰ **Last Music Show Win** | 2018 — eight years ago |
| 🎂 **Group Age** | 20 years since debut (August 2006) |
| 🏟️ **Current Tour** | Just completed 31-show stadium world tour |
| 👤 **Members Performing** | G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung (3 members) |
| 📊 **Inkigayo Digital Weight** | 55% — BIIIG’s streaming power earned this |
| 😭 **Emotional Impact** | VIPs and members visibly emotional during encore |
| 🏆 **Competition** | Beat MONSTA X and Chungha — strong nominees |

Winning on Inkigayo — where digital performance is weighted at 55% — means “BIIIG” isn’t just selling on fandom loyalty. It’s being genuinely streamed by the Korean public. That’s the most meaningful validation a 20-year-old group can receive.

## “BIIIG” — The Song Behind the Win

| **Detail** | **Info** |
| --- | --- |
| **Song** | BIIIG |
| **Artist** | BIGBANG |
| **Era** | 20th Anniversary |
| **Members** | G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung |
| **Producer** | G-Dragon + Teddy (expected) |
| **Style** | Signature BIGBANG — hip-hop + pop + arena anthem |
| **Music Show Win** | Inkigayo (September 7, 2026) — 1st win |

The title “BIIIG” is a playful expansion of their name — BIGBANG made even BIGGER. After a 31-show stadium tour proved their live performance power, the music show win proves their charting power too.

## The 20th Anniversary Context — A Full Circle Moment

BIGBANG’s Inkigayo win arrives during their most triumphant year since pre-military:

| **2026 Achievement** | **Detail** |
| --- | --- |
| 🏟️ **31-Show Stadium World Tour** | 18 cities, 4 continents — Goyang to MetLife to Stade de France |
| 🎤 **Coachella Performance** | Tour announcement made at weekend two Coachella set |
| 🎂 **20th Debut Anniversary** | August 2006 — two decades of BIGBANG |
| 💿 **New Music** | “BIIIG” — fresh release earning chart success |
| 🏆 **Inkigayo Win** | First music show trophy in 8 years |
| 🌍 **Global Presence** | Stadium shows across Asia, North America, Europe, Australia |

The announcement marks a major return to the global stage for G-DRAGON, TAEYANG and DAESUNG, whose impact on K-pop, Korean hip-hop, pop performance and idol culture remains difficult to overstate.

## This Week’s Inkigayo Performances — The Full Lineup

| **Artist** | **Song** | **Highlights** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 🏆 **BIGBANG** | BIIIG | 1st win — emotional encore stage |
| **MONSTA X** | — | Strong comeback promotion |
| **Chungha** | — | Solo queen performance |
| Additional artists | Various | Comeback + promotional stages |

The episode also featured stages from MONSTA X and Chungha — both powerhouse acts in their own right. For BIGBANG to win against active, chart-performing competitors confirms “BIIIG” has genuine commercial strength, not just nostalgia-driven support.

## BIGBANG’s Music Show Win History — Decades of Trophies

| **Era** | **Song** | **Year** | **Wins** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| “Lies” / “Last Farewell” | Early hits | 2007–2008 | Multiple |
| “Fantastic Baby” | ALIVE era | 2012 | Multiple |
| “Bang Bang Bang” | MADE era | 2015 | Multiple |
| “FXXK IT” / “Last Dance” | Final pre-hiatus | 2017–2018 | Multiple — last wins before hiatus |
| **“BIIIG”** | **20th Anniversary** | **2026** | **Inkigayo (Sept 7) — 1st win in 8 years** |

From “Lies” in 2007 to “BIIIG” in 2026 — BIGBANG has been winning music show trophies across FOUR different decades of K-pop. No other active group can make that claim.

## The Encore Stage — Where Legends Cried

Every Inkigayo win features an encore stage — and BIGBANG’s was one for the history books. After eight years without a music show trophy, the moment was overwhelming.

For G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung — who have navigated military service, member departures, scandals, and a nine-year touring hiatus — standing on a Korean music show stage and hearing “first place” called for BIGBANG again carried a weight that transcended any trophy.

VIPs in the audience weren’t just celebrating a win. They were celebrating survival. Persistence. And the proof that two decades of loyalty — from fans AND artists — was worth every moment.

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## How BIGBANG Earned This Win — The Chart Power

Inkigayo’s ranking system weighs digital performance at 55% — the heaviest digital weight among K-pop music shows:

| **Criteria** | **Weight** | **BIGBANG’s Strength** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Digital Music Score | 55% | “BIIIG” streaming strong domestically |
| Physical Album Sales | 10% | 20th anniversary release sales |
| SNS Score | 10% | Massive social media buzz from tour + anniversary |
| Live Voting | 25% | VIP fandom — decades of organized support |

The 55% digital weight means BIGBANG didn’t win through fandom voting alone — “BIIIG” is genuinely being streamed by Korean listeners. For a group that’s been away from the domestic music scene for nearly a decade, earning a digitally-weighted win is the strongest possible validation.

## Who Is BIGBANG? — For New Fans Discovering Legends

BIGBANG is a South Korean boy group formed by YG Entertainment in 2006. The group helped push K-pop into a more self-styled, performance-driven and genre-fluid era.

| **Detail** | **Info** |
| --- | --- |
| **Group** | BIGBANG (빅뱅) |
| **Agency** | YG Entertainment |
| **Debut** | August 19, 2006 |
| **Active Members** | G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung |
| **Fandom** | VIP |
| **Years Active** | 20 years |
| **Legacy** | Pioneered K-pop’s global expansion |
| **Musical Range** | Hip-hop, R&B, electronic pop, arena anthems |
| **Cultural Impact** | Without BIGBANG, there is no BTS at stadiums, no BLACKPINK at Coachella |

Two decades after BIGBANG’s debut, the group’s name still carries the kind of weight that turns a tour poster into an event.

For a comprehensive overview of BIGBANG’s career and cultural impact, visit the official [BIGBANG Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BigBang_(South_Korean_band)).

## What’s Next for BIGBANG?

| **Upcoming** | **Detail** |
| --- | --- |
| 🏆 More music show wins | “BIIIG” still in promotional cycle |
| 🏟️ Tour continuation | Japan leg (Osaka, Nagoya, Tokyo, Fukuoka) through early 2027 |
| 🇹🇼 Kaohsiung finale | February 2027 — tour closer |
| 📀 Potential album | 20th anniversary album cycle expected |
| 🏆 Year-end awards | Strong contender at MAMA, MMA, GDA |

## Conclusion

BIGBANG took their 1st win for “BIIIG” on SBS’s Inkigayo on September 7, 2026 — their first music show trophy in eight years and one of the most emotional victories in K-pop history.

Twenty years of music. Eight years since their last win. A 31-show stadium world tour. Three members who refused to let the dream die. And now — a trophy that proves BIGBANG’s music isn’t just legacy. It’s CURRENT.

The kings didn’t just come back. They came back BIIIG. 👑🏆🔥

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## FAQs

### **Q: When was BIGBANG’s last music show win before “BIIIG”?** 

BIGBANG took their 1st win for “BIIIG” on SBS’s Inkigayo on September 7, 2026 — their first music show trophy since 2018, ending an eight-year gap between wins. The victory is especially significant because Inkigayo’s ranking system weighs digital performance at 55%, meaning “BIIIG” is genuinely being streamed by the Korean public, not just supported by fandom voting.

### **Q: Who performed at the September 7 Inkigayo alongside BIGBANG?**

 BIGBANG’s Inkigayo win came against nominees including MONSTA X and Chungha — both powerhouse acts with active comeback promotions. The episode featured performances from multiple artists, with BIGBANG’s “BIIIG” earning the top spot through a combination of digital streaming, physical sales, social media scores, and live voting.