The 2025 The Fact Music Awards delivered a spectacular celebration of K-pop excellence, with Stray Kids leading the charge and BTS members securing impressive solo victories. Held with Jun Hyun Moo and Seohyun co-hosting the ceremony for the 7th time, this year’s ceremony showcased the incredible diversity and talent within the Korean music industry.
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Stray Kids Major Winners Breakdown
The night belonged to powerhouse groups and solo artists who’ve shaped 2025’s K-pop landscape. Here’s how the major awards were distributed:
| Category | Winner | Notable Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| Honor of the Year | Stray Kids | 4th Daesang win |
| Record of the Year | Stray Kids | Chart dominance recognition |
| Muse of the Year | aespa | 3rd total award |
| Icon of the Year | ENHYPEN | 3rd total award |
| TMA Popularity Award | Stray Kids | Fan-voted victory |
| Fan N Star Choice (Solo) | BTS Jin | Solo career milestone |
Stray Kids’ Historic Night
Stray Kids took home four awards including Honor of the Year and Record of the Year, cementing their position as 2025’s most dominant group. Their sweep of major categories reflects their incredible year of chart-topping releases and sold-out world tours.
The group’s TMA Popularity Award victory demonstrates their massive global fanbase support, proving that their success extends far beyond chart performance to genuine fan engagement.
BTS Members Shine in Solo Categories
Individual BTS members made their mark across seasonal categories, showcasing their diverse artistic directions:
BTS Solo Winners:
- Jin: Best Music – Summer and FAN N STAR Choice – Solo
- V: Best Music – Winter
- j-hope: Best Music – Spring
Jin’s achievement marks “recognition beyond group success”, highlighting how BTS members continue thriving in their individual pursuits while maintaining their group legacy.
Rising Stars and Established Icons
The ceremony celebrated both veteran acts and emerging talent. Artist of the Year winners included Stray Kids, aespa, ENHYPEN, IVE, NMIXX, BOYNEXTDOOR, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, and NCT WISH, representing the current generation of K-pop leaders.
Notable Performances: The star-studded lineup featured aespa, IVE, NMIXX, NCT WISH, ENHYPEN, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, MEOVV, and AHOF, creating an unforgettable musical experience.
What These Wins Mean for K-Pop
The Fact Music Awards determines its winners through objective data from Circle Chart, a panel of judges, and fan participation scores, making these victories particularly meaningful as they reflect both commercial success and artistic merit.
The ceremony’s emphasis on both group achievements and solo recognition demonstrates K-pop’s evolution, where artists can excel individually while maintaining group identities.
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Industry Impact and Future Trends
This year’s results highlight several key trends: the continued dominance of established groups like Stray Kids and aespa, the successful solo ventures of BTS members, and the rise of newer acts like TWS and ZEROBASEONE.
The tight competition across categories suggests 2025 has been an exceptionally strong year for K-pop, with multiple acts achieving significant commercial and critical success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How significant is Stray Kids’ four-award sweep at TMA 2025?
Stray Kids’ four-award victory, including two Daesangs (Honor and Record of the Year), represents one of the most dominant performances in TMA history. This sweep validates their position as global leaders in K-pop and reflects their exceptional year of releases, chart performance, and worldwide tour success, setting a new standard for group achievements.
What makes BTS members’ solo wins particularly noteworthy this year?
The BTS members’ solo victories across seasonal categories showcase their individual artistic growth and market impact beyond group activities. Jin’s Summer award and Fan Choice recognition, along with V’s Winter and j-hope’s Spring wins, demonstrate how each member has successfully established distinct solo identities while maintaining their collective legacy and influence.
