Stray Kids Lead The Night

Stray Kids once again proved their global dominance by taking home four major awards at The Fact Music Awards 2025, including Record of the Year and Honor of the Year. The group also won the TMA Popularity Award and secured a spot among the Artist of the Year honourees. Their wins highlight their unstoppable rise as one of the most influential K-pop acts in the world.

aespa, ENHYPEN And IVE Take Big Titles

aespa was crowned Muse of the Year, further solidifying their position as trendsetters in the industry, while ENHYPEN bagged Icon of the Year and Today’s Choice. IVE, on the other hand, won Sound of the Year, adding another milestone to their already stellar run. These wins underline how the next generation of K-pop groups is making waves globally.

BTS Members Rule Solo Categories

BTS may be on hiatus as a group, but their members continue to dominate individually. V, Jin, and J-Hope each secured Best Music awards for different seasonal categories, while Jin also won Fan N Star Choice . Their continued presence at the top shows BTS’s unshakable influence on the global music scene even as members pursue solo careers.

Other Major Winners

The ceremony also saw recognition for BOYNEXTDOOR with the World Best Wave Award, PLAVE with the Global Hot Star Award, and new acts like KiiiKiii and Hearts2Hearts earning the Next Leader Award. Special jury awards went to aespa, further validating their artistry, while groups like ZEROBASEONE, TWS, and NMIXX were celebrated under the Artist of the Year umbrella.

About The Fact Music Awards

Launched in 2019, The Fact Music Awards aim to honour artists who lead the Hallyu wave globally. Winners are decided based on a mix of Gaon chart data, a panel of expert judges, and fan votes. The 2025 edition, held in Macau, once again showcased the explosive impact of K-pop across the globe, with electrifying performances and emotional acceptance moments.

Final Word

The Fact Music Awards 2025 proved to be a night of celebration for both established legends and rising stars. With Stray Kids leading the tally and BTS members continuing to shine, the event highlighted the diversity and strength of the K-pop industry today.

 

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