In the gloomy atmosphere of MAMA Awards 2025 in Hong Kong, RIIZE gave one of the most heartfelt moments of the evening, with the member Anton (Lee Chan Young) moving the audience with a Spoken Cantonese fluently in memory of the victims of recent times Fire in a Hong Kong apartment tragedy.
The boys group was awarded Fans’ choice Daesangone of the event’s top honors. While accepting the award, Anton took the microphone and addressed the audience entirely in Cantonese, an act that resonated deeply with the local audience.
“Thank you. More importantly, we understand that many people are going through a very painful time right now,” he said solemnly. “Although we receive this award today with a calm heart, we want to dedicate our deepest strength and support to all those who need comfort and send our sincerest concern.”
His respectful tone and precise pronunciation stunned viewers, sparking praise across all social media platforms:
- “Truly respect Hong Kong,”
- “His Cantonese is so thoughtful,”
- “Anton’s message was genuinely sincere.”
Beyond words, the entire RIIZE lineup wore black mourning ribbons on their clothes, silently honoring the victims and families affected by the tragedy.
The awards ceremony began with the host Bo Gum Park leading the headquarters in a 30 second moment of silencestating, “Although this return to Hong Kong was long awaited, we mourn with heavy hearts after learning of the devastating fire.”
The Hong Kong disaster, which occurred at a public housing complex in Tai Po, reportedly claimed at least one life 128 peoplewith others still missing. In response, this year’s MAMA Awards changed their usual celebratory tone:red carpets were cancelledcheering was discouraged and a “Support Hong Kong” giveaway. was included.
