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Recognizing the Artists Who Defined 2025
2025 has been a remarkable year in K-Pop β a year where fresh faces made bold entrances and long-standing icons solidified their legacy.
To celebrate the artists who shaped the music, the moments, and the memories of this year, Kooky presents the BEST IDOL of 2025 Awards.
Each category is organized by years active, ensuring that artists are celebrated for the milestones unique to their careers:
From promising newcomers to seasoned trailblazers, every artist receives a stage that reflects their story.
For two full weeks, an entire cinema brand transforms into a space dedicated exclusively to the winning artist:
β’ Theater name customization across website, app, and mobile/paper tickets
(e.g., Theater 1 β Theater 1 [Artist Name])
β’ Full hallway, wall, and exit-route wrapping
β’ Entrance banners & life-size standees
β’ Artist-branded seat map and in-theater signage
β’ Ranking: December 9 β 16
β’ Quarter Final: December 16 β 19
β’ Final: December 19 β 23
β’ Ranking: December 12 β 19
β’ Quarter Final: December 19 β 22
β’ Final: December 22 β 26
π GRAND FINAL
β’ December 26 β 31
The champions of each division advance to the ultimate stage,
where one artist will claim the title of Best Idol of 2025.
Coming Soon!
The honor of the year awaits.
Your votes decide who takes over the theater
who captures the spotlight,
and who becomes the Best Idol of 2025.
*Check the nominees by category and make sure your artist is included!