PENTAGON marks 10 years with a powerful performance at HMA 2025, winning an award and expressing gratitude to fans, UNIVERSE.
February/16/2026 16:59
PENTAGON celebrated their 10th anniversary, with members Jin-ho, Hui, Hongseok, Shinwon, Yeoone, Kino, and Wooseok taking the stage to deliver an emotional experience to fans worldwide. PENTAGON performed at the 'Hanteo Music Awards 2025' held yesterday (15th) at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park, Songpa District, Seoul. On this day, they received the '10TH ANNIVERSARY – INFLUENTIAL ARTIST' award, reaffirming their strong influence in the K-POP scene over the past 10 years. After receiving the award, PENTAGON stated, 'Ten years have passed in an instant. The members gathered with passion and spirit, and we have run to our 10th anniversary with unchanged hearts. I want to take this opportunity to express my gratitude and say well done.' They also expressed their love for fans, saying, 'If it weren't for the UNIVERSE (PENTAGON's fans) who support us by our side, we wouldn't be here today. We love you from the bottom of our hearts.' They added, 'We are bees that want to sing next to the flower called UNIVERSE for a lifetime. We will continue to sing next to UNIVERSE forever. Thank you.' Following this, PENTAGON showcased an overwhelming performance, opening the stage with their fan song 'With Universe,' raising the excitement with 'Shine,' and completing a splendid festive atmosphere. Despite a long hiatus due to military service and individual activities, the members proved the group's strength built over 10 years. Reuniting after three years, they delivered a performance that highlighted their powerful energy and solid teamwork, heating up the atmosphere. Through 'HMA 2025,' PENTAGON has signaled a successful return and plans to engage in diverse activities in the future.
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