| 2022 MG Music Awards | |
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 2022 MG Music Awards title card | |
| Date | 18 June 2022 |
| Location | RCEMPA Hall, Jotsoma, Kohima District, Nagaland, India |
| Hosted by | Ruopfüzhano Whiso |
| Most awards | Achumla Jingrü (2) |
| Website | Official website |
The 2022 MG Music Awards , the 2nd edition of the ceremony, was held at the RCEMPA Hall in Jotsoma, Nagaland on 18 June 2022. [1] Organized by Musicians Guild Nagaland, the event was the first offline edition since the 1st 2021 edition was held virtually. [2]
| Song of the Year | Best Music Video |
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| Best Electronic Artist | Best Folk Fusion |
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| Best Gospel Artist | Best Hip Hop/Rap Artist |
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| Best Indie Artist | Best Rock Artist |
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| Best Pop Solo Artist | Best Pop Duo/Group |
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| Most Promising Artist | Best Sound Engineer |
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