Mama 2025 nominations

The 2025 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) will be held at the Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong from November 28 to 29. This is the first time that MAMA has returned to Hong Kong in 7 years, attracting the attention of K-Pop fans around the world. Although the official has not yet announced the complete list of nominees, according to multiple media reports and industry predictions, the following are considered to be strong contenders for the major awards:

🎤 Artist of the Year Prediction

This award is one of the four major awards of MAMA, and the following artists are expected to compete:

• Rosé (BLACKPINK): With the widespread acclaim for her solo single “APT.” released earlier this year, she is expected to become the first BLACKPINK member to win this award as an individual.
• SEVENTEEN: Continue to consolidate her position in the K-Pop industry with high-quality music works and wonderful stage performances.
• G-DRAGON: As the leader of BIGBANG, his musical talent and influence are unquestionable, and he is also expected to return to the stage this year.
• aespa, Stray Kids, Jennie (BLACKPINK), IVE, TXT, Plave, NCT DREAM: These groups and artists have performed well in the past year and are considered strong contenders.

💿 Album of the Year Prediction

The following albums are considered to have a chance of being nominated:

• SEVENTEEN《Seventeenth Heaven》: Continuing its musical style, showing more mature music production.
• aespa《Armageddon》: Combining multiple musical elements, showing aespa’s unique musical worldview.
• Rosé《APT.》: As a personal work, it shows Rosé’s musical talent and personal charm.
• Stray Kids, TXT, IVE, NCT DREAM: These groups have released high-quality albums in the past year and are considered strong contenders.

🎶 Song of the Year Prediction

The following songs are considered to have a chance of being nominated:

• aespa’s “Supernova”: With its innovative music style and strong visual effects, it has become a hot candidate.
• Rosé’s “APT.”: Showing Rosé’s unique music style and emotional expression, it has received widespread acclaim.
• ILLIT’s “Magnetic”, TWS’s “plot twist”: As new groups, they are expected to be nominated for their outstanding music works and performances.

🌟 Rookie of the Year Prediction

The following new groups are considered to have a chance of being nominated:

• ILLIT: With its outstanding music works and performances, it quickly gained the love of fans.
• TWS: Showing a strong music style and stage charm, it has become a leader among newcomers.
• ZEROBASEONE, Hearts2Hearts: These new groups have performed well in the past year and are considered strong contenders.

📅 Nomination announcement time

Based on past experience, MAMA usually announces the nomination list about a month before the awards ceremony, which is expected to be announced in late October or early November. At that time, fans can get the latest information through the Mnet official website, social media platforms and related news channels.

📺 Broadcast platform

The 2025 MAMA Awards will be broadcast live globally through the following platforms: ([sportskeeda.com][1])

• YouTube: Mnet K-Pop, Mnet TV, M2, KCON Official
• Mnet Plus (Official App)
• Mnet, TVING (South Korea)
• Mnet Japan, Mnet Smart+ (Japan)
• tvN Asia (Singapore)

Viewers can watch the entire awards ceremony through the above platforms and feel the atmosphere on site.

🎉 Summary

The 2025 MAMA Awards will be held in Hong Kong, marking the influence of Korean music in Asia and even the world. Although the official list of nominees has not yet been announced, according to current predictions, many top artists and newcomers are expected to compete for major awards. Looking forward to the official announcement of the nomination list to bring more surprises to fans!