The MAMA Awards have just revealed the first wave of performers for the its 2025 show. Mnet announced the initial lineup on Thursday (October 16), confirming a star-studded roster that includes global sensations Stray Kids, IVE, MEOVV, ENHYPEN, and RIIZE, alongside rising acts and veteran groups who will take the stage across both nights of the ceremony.
The annual MAMA Awards—short for Mnet Asian Music Awards—will take place on November 28 and 29, at the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, marking the first time the event will be held at the state-of-the-art 50,000-capacity venue.
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The event will be split into two themed nights—Chapter 1 and Chapter 2—each with exclusive performances and collaborations.
Chapter 1 performers: ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, BOYNEXTDOOR, BUMSUP, ENHYPEN, Hearts2Hearts, IVE, MEOVV, Super Junior, and TWS.
Chapter 2 performers: ALLDAY PROJECT, CORTIS, izna, KickFlip, RIIZE, Stray Kids, and ZEROBASEONE.
From fourth-generation powerhouses like Stray Kids and IVE to legendary icons Super Junior, this year’s MAMA Awards is shaping up to be a celebration of both K-pop’s legacy and its evolving sound.
The MAMA Awards have long been one of the most anticipated events in Asian pop culture, spotlighting not just music but also performance artistry, fashion, and fan engagement. This year’s ceremony arrives amid heightened competition, as Aespa and Jennie lead the nominations with nine each. Aespa’s nominations include major categories like Album of the Year for Whiplash and Song of the Year, while Jennie dominates the solo categories with three nominations in Song of the Year alone—thanks to her chart-topping hits “Like JENNIE,” “Zen,” and “ExtraL.” Other BLACKPINK members—ROSÉ and JISOO—also earned multiple nominations.
Meanwhile, members of BTS—Jin, J-Hope, and V—are also nominated for their solo releases, solidifying BTS’s enduring influence even as the members pursue individual careers.
This year’s edition is set to make history not only for its lineup but also for its location. The Kai Tak Stadium, situated in Hong Kong’s new sports complex, offers a massive upgrade in scale and production capabilities. Music released between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, qualified for nominations, with winners determined through a combination of expert judging, sales data, and fan votes.
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