Idol acts like Stray Kids, TXT, IU, and the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack sparkled on August 21, 2025, as the K-World Dream Awards was taking the Jamsil Arena in a spectacle of music, fashion, and fan love. The show live-streamed globally on hellolive, marking the 9th edition of the ceremony with the biggest names in K-pop. The event honored both rookies making their mark and legends who keep their legacy alive.
The evening saw TXT crowned as Global Music Artist, while Stray Kids collected multiple crowns, including Best Boy Group (Popularity) and Boy Group Best Artist. IU and G-DRAGON snagged Best Music Awards alongside DAY6 and BLACKPINK’s Rosé. Meanwhile, rookie energy was alive with KickFlip, KiiKii, AHOF, and Hearts2Hearts winning Super Rookie of the Year.
Here’s the full winners list.
- Global Music Artist: TXT
- New Vision Award: FIFTY FIFTY (Close Your Eyes)
- Super Rookie of the Year: KickFlip, KiiKii, AHOF, Hearts2Hearts
- Best Music Award: G-DRAGON, IU, DAY6, Rosé (BLACKPINK)
- Best Music Video: ILLIT
- Best Band: Xdinary Heroes
- K-World Class Award: TXT, Stray Kids, IVE
- Best Boy Group (Popularity): Stray Kids
- Boy Group Best Artist: Stray Kids
- Best Album (Pre-Announced): SEVENTEEN, NCT DREAM, ENHYPEN, AESPA, PLAVE
- Female Solo Artist Popularity: IVE’s Jang Won-Young
- Listener’s Choice: BTOB, Paul Kim
- Bonsang Prize: QWER, Stray Kids, TXT, IVE
- Best All-Rounder Musician: Kang Daniel
- Best Performance: CRAVITY
- Best OST: HUNTR/X (KPop Demon Hunters)