The Melon Music Awards (MMA) 2025 once again proved why it remains one of the most influential year-end award shows in K-pop. From historic Daesang wins to long-awaited group returns and viral rookie stages, MMA 2025 delivered unforgettable performances that went viral and racked up millions of views.
Here are the Top 5 standout MMA 2025 performances that smashed the highest view counts and left a lasting impact on fans.
JENNIE
Jennie made history at MMA 2025 as the first soloist to win the ‘Record of the Year’ Daesang, earning the prestigious honour for her critically acclaimed solo album ‘Ruby.’ The BLACKPINK member completely owned the MMA stage, performing her hit tracks “Seoul City,” “Like JENNIE,” and “Zen,” marking her first-ever solo performance at a major Korean year-end award show. Unsurprisingly, it became the most-viewed MMA 2025 stage, amassing over 10 million views.
G-DRAGON
G-Dragon once again reminded everyone why he is considered a K-pop icon and trendsetter. At MMA 2025, he not only took home multiple awards, including Daesang honours, but also transformed the award show into his own mini concert. Performing tracks from his acclaimed album Übermensch, G-Dragon captivated the audience with his signature charisma before closing the stage with his evergreen hit “Crooked.” His electrifying stage earned 3.3 million views, reaffirming his enduring legacy and commanding stage presence even years into his career.
EXO
EXO became the talk of the town overnight following their show-stopping performance at the 2025 Melon Music Awards. They performed multiple hit songs, including “Monster,” “Growl,” “The Eve,” “Love Shot,” along with their new track, “Back It Up.” This marked EXO’s first awards show performance in eight years, making the moment even more special for fans. The performance sparked massive online buzz and trended across platforms. The performance video quickly surpassed 3.7 million views, highlighting the group’s lasting popularity.
aespa
aespa once again proved their dominance as one of the leading girl groups of their generation. At the Melon Music Awards 2025, the SM girl group delivered a sleek and powerful performance of “Drift,” “Rich Man,” and “Dirty Work.” Known for their futuristic concepts and choreography, aespa’s stage was visually striking and musically impactful. Fans praised their performance, and the video quickly garnered 1.8 million views.
ALLDAY PROJECT
MMA ‘Rookie of the Year’ winner ALLDAY PROJECT delivered a confident and polished performance that showcased why they are one of the most promising new acts in K-pop. The popular co-ed group performed their tracks “One More Time,” “Look At Me,” and “Famous,” impressing viewers with their stage presence. The dance break during “Famous” quickly went viral, becoming a standout moment of the night. Their performance video has already crossed 1.8 million views, proving the power of a rookie group.
MMA 2025 delivered performances that truly resonated with audiences. These stages not only dominated view counts but also shaped the biggest conversations of the award season.
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