BLACKPINK’s Jennie and G-Dragon showed why KPop owns the global spotlight at the Melon Music Awards 2025. Between Daesang glory, dazzling comebacks, and jaw-dropping performances, the show turned into an iconic festival packed with the perfect moments. MMA 2025 reset the standard for award shows, with each act giving their A1 game for the ceremony.
From legendary icons reclaiming the throne to rookies proving they’re here to stay, the performances that led the leaderboard were all carefully put together to bring out emotion, legacy, and star power. Let’s break down the stages that topped the view counts and had everyone screaming, trending hashtags, and clicking “rewatch.”
Top 5 Performances Breakdown
#1. Jennie — 10 million views
Jennie walked onto the MMA stage like it was built for her alone. Becoming the first soloist to ever win “Record of the Year,” she delivered a fiery medley that included Seoul City, Like JENNIE, and Zen. It was her first solo performance at a major Korean year-end show, and she made it unforgettable.
#2. EXO — 3.7 million views
EXO’s long-awaited return was emotional and explosive! Performing Monster, Growl, The Eve, Love Shot, and their upcoming track Back It Up, they turned the arena into a time machine. After eight years away from award-show stages, they proved no one commands a crowd like EXO.
#3. G-Dragon — 3.3 million views
G-Dragon turned MMA into his personal show. With tracks from Übermensch and closing with Crooked, his charisma and star power had everyone payinghis respects. The rapper won three Daesangs: Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year, making him the night’s brightest star.
#4. aespa — 1.8 million views
aespa delivered a sleek, futuristic set featuring Drift, Rich Man, and Dirty Work. Stage visuals and choreography synced like magic, keeping fans glued to the screen and solidifying their place among top girl groups.
#5. ALLDAY PROJECT — 1.8 million views
Rookie of the Year ALLDAY PROJECT shocked nobody with their charisma and catchy tracks, because the hype is real! Their performance of One More Time, Look At Me, and Famous exploded online, especially after the dance break that went viral instantly.