IVE Closes the Year with a Grand Prize Ending Once Again: “Icons of Challenge, Growth Continues”
Girl group IVE (Ahn Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo) marked a grand prize finale at the Asia Artist Awards 2025 (AAA 2025), which also coincided with the ceremony’s 10th anniversary, as the group celebrates its fourth debut anniversary.
IVE attended the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025 (AAA 2025), hosted by StarNews, held on the 6th at Kaohsiung National Stadium. The group won the Song of the Year Grand Prize for “Rebel Heart,” along with Best Artist and Best K-pop Record, securing a triple crown. In addition, member Jang Wonyoung received the Symbol of AAA and Asia Celebrity awards, bringing the group’s total to five trophies for the night.
IVE’s 2025 was as active and impactful as ever. Since their debut in 2021, the group has consistently held a leading position in the highly competitive fourth-generation girl group scene. With Jang Wonyoung and Ahn Yujin at the forefront, IVE has also maintained a strong presence across the broadcasting industry. This year, the group further expanded its musical universe, delivering bolder and more confident messages through its team albums.
With the release of their third mini album IVE Empathy in March, the pre-release track “Rebel Heart,” and IVE Secret in August, IVE firmly solidified its distinct team identity. The group achieved seven consecutive million-seller albums, ranked No. 1 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart, and recorded a total of 74 wins on domestic music shows. They also claimed three awards at the 2025 MAMA Awards, once again securing a commanding presence at year-end music award ceremonies.
Written by Yoon Sang Geun
Translated by Lee So Yun
