Star Awards 2026

Star Awards 2026 is an upcoming edition of the annual awards ceremony celebrating excellence in television and media. The 2026 ceremony is themed “Born to Glow”, marking a conceptual shift from commemorating milestones to honoring the origins of creativity and the process behind artistic achievement.^[3]

The theme emphasizes the idea that every moment of brilliance begins with a spark — where intention, imagination, and effort converge. “Born” symbolizes the first stages of creation, including initial ideas, early drafts, rehearsals, and collaborative groundwork across various roles and disciplines. The ceremony highlights how these individual beginnings collectively build momentum and culminate in the on-screen “glow” experienced by audiences.

More than a recognition of finished works, Star Awards 2026 serves as a tribute to the creative journey itself — celebrating the dedication, collaboration, and belief that transform first sparks into realized performances and productions.^{[4][5][6][7][8]}

Nominees announced: 26 February 2026.

The All-Time Favourite Artiste award is given to celebrities who have won the Top 10 Most Popular category 10 times.^[9]

• Carrie Wong – "A remarkable milestone with ten consecutive years of wins in the Popularity Awards category. Her sustained success reflects consistent audience recognition and appreciation for her work and dedication."
• Romeo Tan – "A consecutive winning streak in the Popularity Awards category beginning in 2017 and concluding in 2025 with his first award in 2014. His sustained recognition over more than a decade reflects consistent audience support and enduring success."

The final results for the Most Popular Rising Stars will be determined by a combination of Popularity Survey (20%) and Public Voting (80%). Voting is open to all users with a valid meconnect account, is free of charge, and runs from 13 March 2026, 15:00 to 19 April 2026, 18:00. Each account may cast up to three votes per day, except on 19 April 2026 from 00:00 to 18:00, when unlimited voting is allowed. The winners will be announced at the Star Awards 2026 Awards Ceremony on 19 April 2026.^[10]

The final results for the Top 10 Most Popular Male and Female Artistes will be determined by a combination of Popularity Survey (20%) and Public Voting (80%). Voting is open to all users with a valid meconnect account, free of charge, and runs from 13 March 2026, 15:00 to 19 April 2026, 19:30. Each account can cast up to 10 votes per day for each award category, except on 19 April 2026 from 00:00 to 19:30, when unlimited voting is allowed for each category. The results will be announced at the Star Awards 2026 Awards Ceremony on 19 April 2026.^[11]

The results for the MYPICK! Awards will be determined solely by public voting (100%). Voting is open to all users with a valid meconnect account, free of charge, and runs from 13 March 2026, 15:00 to 31 March 2026, 23:59. Each account can cast one vote per day for each award category. The results will be announced during Star Awards 2026 – Backstage Live on 19 April 2026.^[12]

One (1) winner will be selected through a random draw conducted by Mediacorp on a date, time, and venue to be announced, in the presence of an independent scrutineer. The winner will be notified via the Singapore-registered contact number used to participate in voting for the Lucky Draw categories and will receive one (1) BYD Sealion 6 DM-i (without COE). Participants must provide a valid Singapore-registered contact number when voting for verification and contact purposes. The winner must be physically present in Singapore to receive the prize at the specified date, time, and venue, and no proxies are allowed. Full-time Mediacorp employees, related or affiliated companies, and their immediate family members are not eligible to participate.

Results of the Contest will also announced during the show.^[13]

The final results for the BYD Favourite Male & Female Character Awards will be determined 100% by public voting. Voting is open to all users with a valid meconnect account, free of charge, and runs from 13 March 2026, 15:00 to 31 March 2026, 23:59. Each account may cast one vote per day. The results will be announced during the Star Awards 2026 – Walk of Fame on 19 April 2026.

The final results for the Chan Brothers My Star Guide Award and Chan Brothers Favourite DJ Group will be determined 100% by public voting. Voting is open to all users with a valid meconnect account, free of charge, and runs from 13 March 2026, 15:00 to 31 March 2026, 23:59. Each account may cast one vote per day. The results will be announced during the Star Awards 2026 – Walk of Fame on 19 April 2026.

The result will be announced at the Star Awards 2026 – Walk Of Fame on 19 Apr 2026.

All entries for Star Awards 2026 must meet strict eligibility rules based on Mediacorp production, Chinese-language content, and a defined 2025 release window.

• Programme Eligibility: Only Chinese-language programmes produced/commissioned by Mediacorp and released between 1 Jan–31 Dec 2025 qualify, with rules on episode count (≥50% airing or ≥26 episodes for long-running shows).

• One-Time Qualification Rule: Each programme can qualify only once, even if its release spans across multiple years.

• Category-Specific Requirements: Special rules apply (e.g. original songs must have lyrics, short-form ≤20 mins, microdramas ≤3 mins, radio shows ≥60 mins weekly for 2 months).

• Performance Eligibility: Artistes must have lead/supporting roles or hosting duties (not guest), with stricter criteria for awards like Best Rising Star (≤5 years experience, no past nominations) and Young Talent (≤16 years old).^[14]