[OSENWORLD] K-pop’s biggest stars are set to light up Incheon this November for an all-star showcase.
On Sept. 3, the KGMA organizing committee announced the first lineup for the 2nd Korea Grand Music Awards (2025 KGMA), taking place Nov. 14–15 at Inspire Arena in Jung-gu, Incheon. Headliners include Stray Kids, IVE, and ATEEZ, along with BOYNEXTDOOR, KISS OF LIFE, and FIFTY FIFTY (listed in alphabetical order).
Stray Kids, who have achieved a record-setting seven consecutive No. 1s on the Billboard 200, continue to cement their global dominance. Their fourth full-length album KARMA, released last month, sold more than 3 million copies in its first week.
IVE showcased a new musical transformation with their fourth mini album IVE Secret and became the first K-pop girl group invited to perform at Lollapalooza, one of the world’s largest music festivals, for two consecutive years.
ATEEZ placed two consecutive title tracks from their 12th mini album on the Billboard Hot 100 and wrapped up a successful North American stadium tour.
Other acts in the lineup include BOYNEXTDOOR, who proved their streaming power with “One and Only I Love You” and topped Japanese charts with their single, cementing their status as a leading 5th-generation boy group. KISS OF LIFE captured global attention with their unique performance style, taking No. 1 on China’s QQ Music Korean Weekly Chart with “Lips Hips Kiss.” Meanwhile, FIFTY FIFTY extended their long-running success with the sleeper hit “Cupid,” winning public acclaim through both their harmonies and variety show appearances.
The KGMA committee added that second and third lineup announcements will follow soon, heightening anticipation for the November event.
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