The Chanel Culture Fund has announced the 10 recipients of its 2026 Chanel Next Prize, each awarded 100,000 euros ($107,800) in unrestricted funding. This year’s honorees, selected from 10 countries, include Chinese experimental composer Pan Daijing, noted for her immersive works blending music, film, and installation art. Established in 2021, the biennial prize recognizes artists reshaping culture across disciplines such as visual arts, performance, music, and film. Winners will join a two-year mentorship program developed with partners including London's Royal College of Art.

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