The highly anticipated 2025 MAMA Awards has officially unveiled its first lineup of performers, and it’s nothing short of a star-studded celebration of K-pop’s evolution.
According to CJ ENM, the organizer behind the show, the initial lineup features 17 artists, ranging from next-generation rookies to veteran idols:
ALLDAY PROJECT, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, BOYNEXTDOOR, BUMSUP, CORTIS, ENHYPEN, Hearts2Hearts, IVE, Izna, KickFlip, MEOVV, RIIZE, Stray Kids, SUPER JUNIOR, TWS, and ZEROBASEONE.
This eclectic mix showcases the full spectrum of K-pop from the genre’s youthful energy to its enduring legacy.
MAMA 2025 will once again take place over two nights, each with its own unique theme and lineup.
- Chapter 1 (Night One) will feature performances by: ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, BOYNEXTDOOR, BUMSUP, ENHYPEN, SUPER JUNIOR, IVE, MEOVV, and TWS.
- Chapter 2 (Night Two) will include: ALLDAY PROJECT, CORTIS, Izna, KickFlip, RIIZE, Stray Kids, and ZEROBASEONE.
CJ ENM confirmed that additional performers will be announced in the coming weeks, promising more surprises and collaborations that will excite fans across the globe.
The theme of MAMA 2025 is “Uh Heung” (어흥) a Korean term expressing excitement, joy, and the energy that unites people through music and dance.
This year’s concept embodies the spontaneous passion, shared emotion, and collective spirit that define the global K-pop community.
Organizers say the stages will integrate cutting-edge performance technology and creative cross-artist collaborations, highlighting the ongoing innovation and international influence of K-pop.
For over two decades, the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) has stood as Asia’s biggest and most influential music event, honoring artistic excellence and creativity while promoting cultural exchange.
The 2025 MAMA Awards will be broadcast live and streamed worldwide, connecting millions of K-pop fans across continents. The show continues to reinforce MAMA’s reputation as “Asia’s Biggest Music Festival,” where generations of artists gather to celebrate the sound, spirit, and soul of K-pop.
Sources: K14
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