The 34th Seoul Music Awards (SMA) is all set to make waves this summer with its star-studded return — and for the first time ever, it’s happening in June! Known as one of K-pop’s most prestigious award ceremonies, this year’s SMA comes packed with surprises, iconic stages, and fresh vibes.
Here is The 33th Seoul Music Awards (SMA) Highlights.
📍 Event Details
📅 Date: June 21, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:30 PM KST
🏟 Venue: Inspire Arena, Incheon, South Korea
🎥 Streaming Platforms: U+Idol Live (Korea), Yippi (Global)
🌟 What’s New This Year?
Unlike its traditional January schedule, the 34th SMA marks a major shift to summer. This aligns with Sports Seoul’s 40th anniversary, making it not just a music award show — but a full-fledged celebration of K-culture.
The choice of Inspire Arena, South Korea’s newest large-scale venue, also hints at a more global and festival-like approach, accommodating thousands of fans and international press.
🎤 Star-Studded Host Lineup
Leading the show will be three beloved K-pop idols:
Kang Seung Yoon (WINNER)
Miyeon ((G)I-DLE)
Soobin (TXT)
With this mix of seasoned charm, elegance, and youthful energy, expect entertaining moments, spontaneous fan interactions, and seamless flow.
🔥 Full Performer Lineup
This year’s SMA will feature a jaw-dropping lineup of performances across genres, including:
TXT, (G)I-DLE, P1Harmony, FIFTY FIFTY, ZEROBASEONE, CRAVITY,
Wave to Earth, ILLIT, VVUP, Say My Name, NCT WISH, Doyoung (NCT),
Young Tak, KickFlip, H2H (Hearts2Hearts), KiiiKiii, Hwang Garam, and more.
This mix of idol groups, soloists, rookies, and genre artists promises diversity in sound — from K-pop and hip-hop to rock and trot.
🏆 Award Categories
Fans can expect awards in classic and new categories:
Daesang (Grand Prize)
Bonsang (Main Award)
Rookie of the Year
Popularity Awards (Korea + Global)
Best Performance / Dance / OST / R&B / Hip-Hop / Trot / Band Awards
Hallyu Special Awards
Winners are selected through digital sales, expert jury scores, and fan voting, offering a balanced recognition of both industry success and fandom power.
🧥 Fashion Watch & Red Carpet
The red carpet event is sure to deliver jaw-dropping visuals with:
Trendsetting idol fashion
Viral moments from entrances
Group styling breakdowns
Possible unit or surprise collabs teased during press interviews
🔥 What to Expect
Viral stages that trend instantly on Twitter and TikTok
Debut SMA performances from hot rookies like ILLIT and NCT WISH
Historic wins or multi-award moments from fan-favorite groups like TXT or (G)I-DLE
Unique summer styling compared to usual winter glam
Emotional speeches and fan shout-outs
📲 Join the Buzz Online
Don’t miss out on live updates via hashtags:
#SMA2025 #34thSeoulMusicAwards #SeoulMusicAwards #SMA34 #KpopAwards2025
