A major decision was made amidst deep sorrow in Hong Kong. Despite the recent devastating fire disaster, the prestigious Asian music event, the 2025 MAMA Awards , is confirmed to proceed as scheduled.
This confirmation comes amid widespread speculation and rumors that the event might be canceled due to the emergency situation affecting the region. According to a report from TenAsia on Thursday (November 27, 2025), rumors of the 2025 MAMA Awards being canceled due to the massive fire in Hong Kong had circulated widely.
However, the organizers have made the final decision to proceed with the event. With this decision, the award presenters are scheduled to depart for Hong Kong that same day, at approximately 3:00 PM local time.
The day before Asia's biggest music awards ceremony, several top K-pop artists had already departed for Hong Kong. On the morning of the 27th, popular groups such as Stray Kids, IVE, RIIZE, ZEROBASEONE, Kortis, Allday Project, and BOYNEXTDOOR were seen departing to prepare for their performances.
The decision to proceed with the event was naturally shrouded in mourning. The tragic incident occurred at a high-rise apartment complex in Tai Po, northern Hong Kong. The massive fire broke out on November 26, at approximately 2:00 p.m. local time.
According to Antara News , this disaster has caused enormous human and material losses. Reports indicate that the fire has killed at least 44 people. Meanwhile, another 45 are in critical condition, and 279 are reported missing.
The fire, likely to be recorded as Hong Kong's worst disaster since the territory's handover from Britain to China in 1997, initially spread from three apartment buildings. Although the fire has been brought under control in those three areas, firefighting efforts are still intensive in the four other apartment buildings.
Other data released by the South China Morning Post stated that Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu confirmed the death toll at 36, including a firefighter. Meanwhile, 29 victims were hospitalized, with seven of them in critical condition.
The MAMA Awards is Asia's largest music awards ceremony, held annually by Mnet. The event consistently attracts millions of global viewers across various platforms. The 2025 event is planned to take place over two consecutive days, namely on November 28 and 29.
The location chosen for this grand event is Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong. As part of the event's commitment, several main artists have been confirmed to perform. One highly anticipated lineup is ENHYPEN. They are scheduled to perform on Chapter 1, November 28th.
ENHYPEN will not only perform but also be nominated for several prestigious awards, including Best Male Group, Fans' Choice Male, and Visa Album of the Year. They will share the stage with other equally popular groups, such as BABYMONSTER, BOYNEXTDOOR, and TWS.
With the situation still critical, the decision to proceed with the 2025 MAMA Awards demonstrates the organizers' commitment, while still respecting and empathizing with the major disaster that struck the host nation.
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