UPDATE: The 2025 MAMA Awards kicked off in Hong Kong on November 28, 2025, showcasing groundbreaking achievements in K-Pop. The first night of this iconic year-end event witnessed several historic milestones that are already making waves across the industry.
BLACKPINK’s Rosé made headlines by winning the coveted “Song of the Year” award, marking her as the first and only female soloist in K-Pop history to achieve this honor. This is especially significant as she is also the first solo artist in a decade to claim the title, with the last winner being BIGBANG’s Taeyang in 2014. Fans are celebrating this monumental victory for female representation in the industry.
“Rosé becomes the first female soloist in history to win ‘Song of the Year’ at the MAMA awards,” tweeted Pop Base.
Another standout moment came from Hearts2Hearts, whose member Carmen made history as the first Indonesian K-Pop idol to not only perform at the MAMAs but also to win the “Best New Artist” award. This achievement highlights the growing diversity in K-Pop and the expanding global reach of the genre.
“The first Indonesian K-pop idol in history to perform at the MAMA Awards,” said a fan on Twitter.
TWICE cemented their legacy by winning the Fan’s Choice Award for an astounding seventh time, making them the first female act to achieve this feat. Their victory underscores their immense popularity and the loyalty of their fanbase, known as ONCE.
“CONGRATULATIONS, TWICE!!” a fan exclaimed, celebrating their record-breaking win.
ENHYPEN had an emotional night as they took home the “Visa Fans’ Choice of the Year” award. This win is especially significant, as they are now the first fourth-generation K-Pop boy group to secure a Daesang at the MAMAs. Fans expressed overwhelming joy and pride for their achievements.
“They’re now the first 4th gen K-Pop boy group to win a MAMA Daesang!” tweeted a fan, capturing the excitement of the moment.
The 2025 MAMA Awards are not just about recognition but also about celebrating the cultural impact of K-Pop worldwide. As the event continues, fans and industry insiders are eager to see what other surprises and historic moments will unfold. Stay tuned for updates and the complete list of winners from this landmark event.
For more details, check out our coverage of the 2025 MAMA Awards Day One winners!
