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SINCE 2026 ・ Structured ReportingPublished Mar 28, 2026 1:17 AM ・ Updated Jun 28, 2026 4:20 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES
The seven-member idol group 'Congratz!' was crowned the winner of 'NEXT IDOL GRANDPRIX 2026,' a contest with a total prize pool of 20 million yen. The group receives 10 million yen in prize money and will perform at 'NIG FES 2026.' PHiZZ took runner-up, and top finalists were awarded various promotional opportunities.
The final judging and awards ceremony for 'NEXT IDOL GRANDPRIX 2026' (NIG2026) were held at Kanadevia Hall on March 26, 2026. The seven-member group 'Congratz!' won the Grand Prix, receiving 10 million yen and other benefits including performance rights at 'NIG FES 2026.' Runners-up PHiZZ and other finalists also earned recognition. The associated 'NIG FES 2026' event on March 27 features 23 idol groups, including established names like NMB48.
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