EXO has made a roaring comeback, shaking up the K-pop industry with their electrifying performance at the 2025 Melon Music Awards, held on December 20 at Gocheok Sky Dome. This marked their first appearance at the awards in six years, taking both fans and fellow artists by surprise.
The group’s sudden announcement of attendance already set the buzz in motion, but it was member D.O.’s brief departure to attend Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah’s wedding before returning to perform that added an extra layer of admiration.
Opening with a dramatic intro referencing EXO’s iconic Wolf universe, the group launched into high-energy live stages of Monster and The Eve. Despite only five members—Suho, Kai, Sehun, Chanyeol, and D.O.—taking the stage, their synchronized choreography, vocals, and commanding visuals filled the venue with explosive charisma. Their presence was nothing short of what fans proudly call “EXO standard.”
The performance crescendoed with a Love Shot dance break by Sehun and Kai before transitioning into the legendary hit Growl. As the intro beat dropped, the entire stadium erupted into thunderous cheers.
Even the artists’ section wasn’t immune to the excitement. During Chanyeol’s rap segment, members of BOYNEXTDOOR could be seen mouthing his lines and mimicking his moves. Meanwhile, idols from NCT WISH and RIIZE cheered passionately for their senior group, fully immersed in the moment.
EXO’s powerful return not only captivated fans but reminded everyone why they are still considered K-pop royalty. Their 2025 MMA stage proved that even after years away, EXO remains a force that commands respect across generations of idols.
Sources: Daum
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