Global K-pop Fans, It’s Time to Make Your Voice Heard
The battle for the 2025 TMA (The Fact Music Awards) Popularity Award is officially on. Starting today at noon KST, online voting kicks off and will run until September 10. That’s three weeks of intense fan-driven buzz, virtual fan wars, and a whole lot of clicking.
Who’s in the Race?
This year’s nominee list reads like a Hallyu dream lineup. Competing for the crown are Nexz, Miyao, BOYNEXTDOOR, Stray Kids, IVE, Ahop, aespa, NMIXX, NCT WISH, ENHYPEN, ZEROBASEONE, Close Your Eyes, Kiki, TOURS, and H2H (Hearts2Hearts)—listed in Korean alphabetical order, of course.
The Popularity Award is designed to spotlight the team that’s earned the most love from both domestic and international fans throughout the year. Which means the bigger the fanbase, the higher the stakes.
What Makes ‘TMA Popularity Award’ So Special?
Unlike other TMA categories that may rely on sales or judge panels, the Popularity Award is 100% fan-voted. It’s a trophy handed over by the fans themselves—making it one of the most emotionally charged awards of the night.
Last year, JO1 took home the title. This time around, with global fandoms larger and louder than ever, it’s anyone’s game. As more K-pop groups continue to dominate world charts and stages, this award doubles as a popularity thermometer for today’s top acts.
How to Vote for Your Faves
Voting is hosted by Fan N Star, affiliated with The Fact. Fans can submit their votes in three ways:
- General Stars — standard votes
- Rainbow Stars — a premium option with added weight
- Video Ads — watch an ad, earn a vote
So whether you’re a multitasking superfan or just casually stanning from afar, there’s a way for everyone to get involved.
Save the Date: TMA Goes to Macao
The 2025 TMA will raise its curtain on September 20 at the Macao Outdoor Performance Venue. Expect dazzling stages, star-studded wins, and maybe even a viral moment or two.
So, who will snatch the 2025 TMA Popularity Award? That depends on you—and the dedication of millions of fans across the globe. Let the clicking begin.
