A major fire in Hong Kong has led to the tragic loss of life and raised concerns about the upcoming MAMA Awards event.
November/27/2025 18:17
A large-scale fire occurred in Hong Kong, and while the holding of the '2025 MAMA AWARDS' is being considered, i-dle's Woogie expressed condolences. Woogie, who is from China, posted on her Instagram yesterday (26th), along with a heartfelt praying emoji, the message 'I hope everyone is safe.' Although the post was made without special explanation, it is seen as a reference to the large fire that occurred in Hong Kong. On the same afternoon, a large fire broke out in the high-rise apartment complex 'Wang Fuk Court' in the Tai Po area of northern Hong Kong, resulting in many casualties. It was reported that the complex consists of a total of 8 buildings, housing about 4,800 people in 2,000 households. Of the 7 buildings that caught fire, 4 have been extinguished, while firefighting efforts are still ongoing for 3 buildings, approximately 16 hours after the fire broke out. In this context, this morning (27th), Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee revealed that there were 55 deaths due to the fire, and 29 people were transported to the hospital due to injuries. Additionally, the number of missing persons has been counted at 279. Notably, the '2025 MAMA AWARDS' K-POP award ceremony was scheduled to take place at Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong on the 28th and 29th. Woogie and her group i-dle had also departed to participate in the ceremony, but various voices have arisen regarding the event's holding due to this tragedy. However, it has been clarified that the 'MAMA AWARDS' is carefully considering various matters, including the cancellation of the red carpet event and changes to some stages. In particular, the official collaboration with the Netflix animated film 'KPOP Girls! Demon Hunters,' featuring BOYNEXTDOOR's Ihan, RIIZE's Wonbin, TWS's Shinyu, and ZEROBASEONE's Park Gonuk and Han Yujin, has drawn attention, but there are concerns that the demon concept and song lyrics may be inappropriate for a stage presented after the fire. Additionally, Hong Kong actors Chow Yun-fat and Michelle Yeoh, who were scheduled to appear, have decided not to participate. It is reported that both actors made this decision considering the ongoing mourning atmosphere and safety issues in the area. Taiwanese media TVBS reported today that 'the organizers of the MAMA AWARDS decided to cancel the red carpet event and hold a moment of silence in light of the tragic fire that resulted in 44 deaths.' According to this report, the awards ceremony is expected to be held as planned, but it will be in the form of a recorded broadcast rather than live, with plans to express condolences to the victims. They also added that 'the ceremony is expected to be conducted in a quiet and solemn atmosphere.' The '2025 MAMA AWARDS' has only commented that it is 'confirming and considering' the feasibility of holding the event due to the large-scale fire.
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