2025 MAMA Awards winners Day
On November 22, 2025, the 2025 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) took place at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul, South Korea. This year's event featured a fusion of K-pop and hip-hop performances, as well as appearances by popular artists such as BTS, Blackpink, and IU.
Winners
- Artist of the Year: BTS
- Album of the Year: BTS - "Map of the Soul: 7"
- Best Male Group: BTS
- Best Female Group: Blackpink
- Best New Male Artist: Stray Kids
- Best New Female Artist: New Jeans
Performances
- BTS - "Butter"
- Blackpink - "Shut Down"
- IU - "Lilac"
"I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to perform at MAMA this year. It's always an honor to share the stage with such talented artists." - IU
Author's Note:
The 2025 MAMA Awards were a celebration of K-pop's continued growth and influence, with many notable performances and wins. The event highlighted the diversity and talent within the K-pop industry, solidifying its place as a global phenomenon.