Jihyo Confirmed as Host and Performer for D Awards 2027 in Paris; First Lineup Revealed

TWICE’s Jihyo will serve as the main host and a solo performer at D Awards 2027 in Paris. Joining her in the first announced lineup are DPR IAN, P1Harmony, KISS OF LIFE and AND2BLE.

The ceremony will take place on January 15 and 16, 2027, local time, at the Plénitude Arena in Paris, France. Now in its third edition, the awards have unveiled five acts with distinct musical identities and performance styles. Organizers will announce additional hosts and performers in stages.

As the first confirmed host, Jihyo will guide the ceremony while also taking the stage as a solo artist. Fans are eager to see how TWICE’s leader and main vocalist brings her talents to both roles. MyDaily highlighted her solo debut with the mini album ZONE in 2023 and reported that she will handle both hosting and a solo performance at the ceremony. With a powerful, high-energy show promised, anticipation is building for her Paris stage.

DPR IAN will also join the Paris lineup. Known for combining music with visual artistry, he has performed at major international festivals, including Coachella in the United States. He is set to deliver a performance reflecting his distinctive creative vision, adding another dimension to the opening lineup.

P1Harmony will attend D Awards for the third consecutive year, following appearances at its first two editions. After touring North, Central and South America, as well as Europe, the group will meet awards-show audiences in Paris. According to MyDaily, their ninth mini album recently reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200, their highest placement to date. Their return to the ceremony adds to the excitement surrounding the performances.

KISS OF LIFE have also been confirmed among the first performers. Known for strong live vocals and confident stage presence, they are preparing a free-spirited, energetic performance in Paris. MyDaily reported that the group released their new single SWEAT in August. Fans can look forward to seeing how the act, which has remained active at home and abroad, brings its style to the ceremony.

AND2BLE, a five-member group that officially debuted in May, are also on the lineup. Ilgan Sports and Sports Donga identified their debut date as May 26. Having drawn attention through album sales and performances from their debut release onward, the rookies will now share the Paris stage with more established artists.

“Please look forward to performances by artists with distinct personalities and energy in Paris, a center of European culture,” the organizing committee said. “We will present performances that fans around the world can enjoy together.” Channel A has been confirmed as the ceremony’s Korean host broadcaster. With more hosts and performers still to be announced, anticipation continues to grow for the full Paris lineup.