[Edaily Reporter YUN GI BACK ] IVE member Liz won the “Best OST Award” at the “2026 Korea Grand Music Awards” (2026 KGMA).

IVE’s Liz was named the winner in the “Best OST” category during “Music Day,” the second day of the “2026 KGMA,” held on the 8th at Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro-gu, Seoul.
Reese established herself as a “child star” by singing the OST for the animated series “Princess Catch! Tinipping.” She demonstrated her potential as an artist who enhances the emotional impact of a work by showcasing new musical capabilities. “I’m so happy to receive an individual OST award following the group award,” Reese said, expressing her love for her fans: “I believe this award is thanks to DIVE (her fan club). Thank you, and I love you all.”
The “KGMA” is an awards ceremony newly established in 2024 by Ilgan Sports (Edaily M)—which celebrated its 57th anniversary this year—to present a new paradigm for the South Korean pop music industry. Now in its third year, this year’s ceremony was hosted by Ilgan Sports and co-organized by the KGMA Organizing Committee and Creatoring.
On the second day, “Music Day,” NEXZ, RISE, Minho, Park Ji-hyun, BILLIE, Ahop, Alpha Drive One, A.N., ATEEZ, Waytion V, Yuna, ITZY, Choi Ye-na, Kiss of Life, KIKI, Kickflip, Touched, TOURS, and Hearts to Hearts will take the stage. Shenu from Shenu X Hyungwon will be absent due to health reasons, and Hyungwon along with some other members of MONSTA X will attend in his place. IVE’s Liz and actor Kim Jae-won will serve as MCs.
The “KGMA” digital and physical sales data is provided by Hanteo Chart, Genie Music, FLO, and Bugs, while the official fan vote will be conducted via the KooGung app. The event will be broadcast live on ENA. In Japan, it will be streamed live on Hulu Japan, and globally (excluding Japan and China), it will be streamed live on TikTok Live.