K-pop’s Biggest Names to Light Up Macao This September
The 2025 The Fact Music Awards (TMA), one of South Korea’s premier K-pop award shows, is slated to take over the Macao Outdoor Performance Venue on September 20, and the star-studded lineup is already turning heads.
Rising Stars and Global Sensations Join Forces
On June 15, the TMA Organizing Committee announced that MEOVV, AHOF, ENHYPEN, ZEROBASEONE, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and TWS will hit the stage at this year’s event. These names join the first lineup revealed earlier this month, which includes NEXZ, BOYNEXTDOOR, NMIXX, NCT WISH, KiiiKiii, and Hearts2Hearts.
Who’s Performing?
- MEOVV: Debuted in September 2024, this rookie girl group impressed audiences with stylish performances and hits like “TOXIC.” Their first EP, MY EYES OPEN VVIDE, has earned them a spot among K-pop’s rising stars.
- AHOF: Formed through SBS’s audition show Universe League, they recently debuted with their mini-album WHO WE ARE, achieving over 360,000 in initial sales and sweeping three music show trophies.
- ENHYPEN: Having conquered global charts with their sixth mini-album DESIRE : UNLEASH and rocked the stage at Coachella in April, ENHYPEN is continuing international promotions across Japan, the U.S., and Europe.
- ZEROBASEONE: Breaking records as a 5th-generation leader, ZEROBASEONE’s BLUE PARADISE marked their fifth consecutive million-seller. They recently made a successful debut on Billboard 200, further cementing their global appeal.
- CLOSE YOUR EYES: The boy group born from JTBC’s PROJECT 7 impressed with their debut EP ETERNALT. Their latest comeback, Snowy Summer, has already surpassed 200,000 in sales and ranked high on global charts.
- TWS: After sweeping music show wins and topping Japanese charts with their third mini-album TRY WITH US, this group is returning to TMA with high expectations following their triple crown win last year.
Fan Excitement Builds Ahead of 3rd Lineup Reveal
As the September event draws closer, anticipation is skyrocketing for which artists will complete the next wave of performers. With iconic names already confirmed, the 2025 TMA is shaping up to be an unforgettable celebration of K-pop excellence.
Looking Ahead
Organized by The Fact, Fan N Star, and The Square ENM, full details regarding the ticketing, schedule, and broadcast will be announced in the coming weeks on the official TMA website.
“These rising stars are not just shaping the future of K-pop—they’re redefining it,” said a TMA official. Judging by the current momentum, global fans can expect a spectacular night celebrating Korean music’s brightest talents in Macao this fall.
