
BLACKPINK Dominates 2025 MAMA Awards Nominations
The nominations for the 2025 MAMA Awards have been revealed, showcasing BLACKPINK as the standout act with a remarkable 23 nominations across group and individual categories. This achievement marks a new benchmark in the ceremony’s history, affirming the group’s significant influence in the music industry.
Jennie Shatters Solo Artist Records
Jennie stands out as the most nominated solo artist, claiming an impressive nine nominations. This accomplishment sets a new record for the highest number of nominations awarded to a single artist during the MAMA Awards. Her nominations highlight her immense talent and popularity, placing her in the spotlight among the best in the industry.
The nominations, unveiled on October 16, are for works released between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025. BLACKPINK’s nominations include major categories such as Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Music Video, and Best Dance Performance. In addition, they secured multiple spots in Fans’ Choice categories, demonstrating their widespread appeal and commercial success worldwide.
Jennie’s Diverse Nomination Categories
In detail, Jennie’s nominations span several prestigious categories, including Best Female Artist, Best Dance Performance Female Solo for “like JENNIE, ”Best Collaboration for “ExtraL, ”and Best Music Video for “Zen.”She is also nominated for Best Choreography, Female Solo Artist of the Year, and Artist of the Year. Notably, her songs “like JENNIE, ””Zen, ”and “ExtraL”are all nominated for Song of the Year, showcasing her versatility as an artist and collaborator.
Recognition for Jisoo and Rosé
Other BLACKPINK members are also honored with significant nominations. Jisoo receives accolades in Best Female Artist, Best Dance Performance Female Solo for “Earthquake, ”Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year for the same track. Rosé follows suit with nominations for Best Female Artist, Best Vocal Performance Solo for “toxic till the end, ”and Best Collaboration for “APT, ”among others. These nominations underline not only their individual prowess but also their contributions to BLACKPINK’s success as a group.
Other Noteworthy Nominees
The awards race is competitive, with other top contenders like aespa and SEVENTEEN, each garnering nine nominations. Even in the absence of group activities, BTS members continue to shine with individual nominations. Additionally, emerging acts such as ALLDAY PROJECT, AHOF, and Cortis are also recognized, reflecting MAMA’s focus on balancing established stars with new talent.
A Look Ahead to the Ceremony
The 2025 MAMA Awards are set to take place on November 28 and 29, 2025, at the renowned Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong. Winners will be selected through a blend of expert panels, digital streaming analytics, physical sales, and fan votes via the Mnet Plus app and X (formerly Twitter).Fan voting will play a crucial role in determining the outcomes in the Fans’ Choice categories, with voting open from late October to mid-November.
A Landmark Year for K-Pop
As the excitement builds for the awards, BLACKPINK’s historic 23 nominations and Jennie’s record-setting solo accolades pave the way for what promises to be a monumental edition of the MAMA Awards. This event will not only celebrate the outstanding contributions within the K-pop genre but also highlight the global influence these artists wield.
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