TXT Slammed as “Worst Performance” at 2025 MAMA Awards

UPDATE: TXT’s performances at the 2025 MAMA Awards have ignited fierce backlash online, being labeled as the “worst performance” of the event. The controversy erupted on November 28 when Yeonjun took the stage alone, performing “Coma” and “Talk to You,” which set the tone for what many fans and critics deemed a disappointing showing.

The following night, November 29, the group returned for a full performance of “Upside Down Kiss” and “Beautiful Strangers.” However, reactions were overwhelmingly negative, with netizens on the popular forum Pann criticizing their overall stage presence. One viral post declared their performance was “dead last” of the night, highlighting a significant gap in skill compared to other idol groups.

“TXT’s stage is seriously bad. The gap between them and the other idols is huge,” the post stated. “With skills like that, I don’t think they could handle choreography from groups like BTS, SEVENTEEN, or ENHYPEN.”

Amid the criticism, several fans expressed their disappointment despite their loyalty to the group. Comments flooded in, with one user lamenting, “I’m a TXT fan, but at this point, their bad performances just make me laugh. You’d think they’d be decent by now.” Others pointed fingers at individual members, suggesting that their overall performance failed to meet the high standards set by industry peers.

The awards ceremony was also marred by G-Dragon’s live vocals, which sparked a separate scandal, and Stray Kids’ Daesang win faced its own share of backlash. The combination of these controversies has overshadowed the event, making the MAMA Awards a topic of heated discussion across social media platforms.

As the criticism continues to mount, the implications for TXT could be significant, affecting their reputation and fan engagement moving forward. Fans are left questioning the group’s direction and performance quality, with many calling for a reflection on recent trends.

What remains to be seen is how TXT will address this backlash and whether they can rebound from this public relations challenge. The urgency of the situation has captured the attention of K-pop enthusiasts and casual viewers alike, making it a trending topic that is likely to dominate discussions in the coming days.

Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops.