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YENA wins “Best Female Solo” at the 2026 MelOn Music Awards
Choi Yena Wins Best Female Solo at 2026 MelOn Music Awards
The former IZ*ONE member opened her performance with a career-spanning medley of 'Fiesta,' 'Smiley,' and 'Catch Catch,' featuring quick outfit changes from youthful uniform to sharp suit and red dress. Elaborate staging with dancers and backdrops traced her path from trainee to soloist, marking a full-circle moment in 2026. Her win made her the first 4th-generation soloist to claim Best Female Solo at the awards, following winners like IU and ROSÉ. Fans shared emotional posts like 'IZONE IN THE BIG 2026 😭,' celebrating the heartfelt tribute.