MAMA Awards 2025 Requires Presenters to Wear Mourning Ribbons Following Hong Kong Fire Tragedy
Overseasidol.com — The prestigious 2025 MAMA Awards, held on November 28 and 29 in Hong Kong, has implemented a special tribute to honor victims of the recent large-scale fire tragedy in the city.
All award presenters are required to wear mourning ribbons when appearing on stage.
According to Korean media reports, the MAMA organizing committee issued an official notice to all artists involved as presenters prior to the ceremony.
The announcement confirmed that mourning ribbons would be distributed on-site and that their usage would be mandatory for all presenters as a sign of respect and solidarity.
Initially, the decision was left to the individual artists, with the organizers stating that wearing the ribbon was optional.
However, following a wave of inquiries and objections, the committee ultimately decided to standardize the practice and require all presenters to wear the ribbon uniformly.
Images circulating online show a formal notice along with a visual example of the black mourning ribbon, which will be pinned on the presenters’ outfits during their stage appearances.
This visual has become a point of attention among fans and media, highlighting the event’s commitment to commemorating the tragedy.
This move has been widely seen as a meaningful gesture, reflecting the awards ceremony’s sensitivity and responsibility in acknowledging the somber situation while continuing the event respectfully.
