EXO made a stunning comeback, shaking up the K-pop industry with their electrifying performance at Melon Music Awards 2025held on December 20 at Gocheok Sky Dome. This marked their first awards appearance in six years, taking fans and fellow artists alike by surprise.
The sudden announcement of the group’s participation had already set the excitement in motion, but it was member DO’s brief departure to attend Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah’s wedding before returning to perform that added another layer of admiration.
It opens with a dramatic intro referencing the EXO icon The wolf and beauty universe, the group launched into high-energy live stages Monster AND The eve. Despite only five members—Suho, Kai, Sehun, Chanyeol, and DO—on stage, their synchronized choreography, commanding vocals and visuals filled the venue with explosive charisma. Their presence was nothing short of what fans proudly call “EXO standards.”
The performance grew with a Shot of love dance break from Sehun and Kai before moving on to the legendary hit Growl. As soon as the intro beat dropped, the entire stadium erupted in thunderous applause.
Even the artists’ section was not immune to the excitement. During Chanyeol’s rap segment, BOYNEXTDOOR members could be seen saying his lines and imitating his moves. Meanwhile, NCT idols WISH and RIIZE passionately cheered for their senior group, completely immersed in the moment.
EXO’s powerful comeback not only captivated fans, but reminded everyone why they are still considered K-pop royalty. Their 2025 MMA The stage demonstrated that even after years of separation, EXO remains a force that commands respect among generations of idols.
Sources: Daum
