The event organizers are adjusting the program and planning to cancel the red carpet.
The atmosphere of this year’s ‘MAMA’ is expected to significantly change despite many artists set to perform.
[TV Daily] Recently, a major fire incident in Hong Kong has led international stars Jackie Chan and Maggie Cheung to decide against attending the ‘2025 MAMA AWARDS’.
According to multiple Chinese media outlets on the 27th, both actors reconsidered their attendance at the awards ceremony scheduled for the 28th and 29th at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, ultimately deciding it was inappropriate to participate given the current atmosphere. They reportedly made this decision out of respect for a city in mourning after many casualties from the fire. However, the organizers of the ‘2025 MAMA AWARDS’ have yet to release an official statement on the matter.
The event organizers are currently revising the entire program. Changes are inevitable regarding stage setups for artists and award scripts, and the red carpet event is expected to be canceled in light of the mourning atmosphere. This year’s ‘MAMA’ was set to feature 27 teams, including Stray Kids, G-Dragon, and Tomorrow X Together, but the tragic incident is altering the scale and ambiance of the ceremony significantly.
This incident has left a significant impact on Hong Kong society, and the decision by global stars to opt out of the awards ceremony reflects their recognition of their responsibility as members of the community rather than mere entertainers. This stance serves as a meaningful gesture of solidarity with the grieving city, sending positive messages to their fans.
Furthermore, the ‘2025 MAMA’ ceremony is an essential event held annually at the heart of the Asian music industry. While the fire incident has dealt a significant blow to the event, the flexibility shown by the organizers in adjusting the program is a positive sign. This indicates their awareness of the gravity of the situation and contributes to respecting the sentiments of both artists and audiences alike during this difficult time.
Finally, while many artists were set to participate in this year’s ‘MAMA’, the current situation inevitably leads to changes in the nature of the event. This reflects the evolution and maturity of the Korean music industry, highlighting how artists and fans continue to engage with each other, and urges us to contemplate how the power of art can impact society positively in trying times.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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