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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2025 full winners list: Stray Kids, MrBeast, Sabrina Carpenter, A Minecraft Movie win big
The 38th Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards rolled out the green carpet in Santa Monica on June 21. Singer Tyla hosted the event and also rocked the stage with a performance. The night lit up with A‑list stars from the West to K‑pop—Machine Gun Kelly and girl group KATSEYE took the stage, while skate legends Tony Hawk and Katelyn West wowed the crowd with live stunts. The night belonged to some of the biggest names in music, as Sabrina Carpenter swept three major categories, and Ariana Grande, Stray Kids, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco also took home wins. On the screen front, Wicked and XO, Kitty stood out in film and TV categories. YouTuber MrBeast landed Favourite Male Creator award. Sabrina won awards in the categories of Favourite Song (Taste), Favourite Female Breakout, and Favourite Album (Short n' Sweet). The 26-year-old, who's making a comeback with Man's Best Friend dropping in August 2025, made a virtual appearance at the event. While accepting the award, she said, 'I've always wanted one of these ever since I was a little girl. This is so special to me, and I just can't thank each and every one of you enough for voting.' She added, 'I will continue to make these clean versions of these songs for you.' Meanwhile, Ariana Grande took Favourite Movie Actress award for Wicked, Bruno Mars bagged Favourite Male Artist award, SZA won Favourite Female Artist trophy, Tyla won in the favourite global music star category, and, Stray Kids grabbed the Favourite Music Group award. Also read: 34th Seoul Music Awards full winners list: BTS' Jimin wins special award, i-dle creates history, BLACKPINK Rose, TXT, G-Dragon win big Ariana Grande's Wicked bagged the Favourite Movie award, and Jack Black was crowned Favourite Movie Actor for his role in A Minecraft Movie. The Thundermans: Undercover and XO, Kitty won in the TV category, while Jack Griffo and Kira Kosarin took home wins as Favourite Kids TV Stars. Jack Black also received the 'King of Comedy' Silver Blimp for his comedy legacy. Rihanna was awarded the first-ever ICON Silver Blimp for her impact in music and activism. Some of the popular choices and notable winners included MrBeast (Favourite Male Creator), Simone Biles (Favourite Female Sports Star), and IShowSpeed (Favourite Gamer). Favorite Kids' TV Show: The Thundermans: UndercoverFavorite Male TV Star (Kids): Jack Griffo (Max Thunderman, The Thundermans: Undercover)Favorite Female TV Star (Kids): Kira Kosarin (Phoebe Thunderman, The Thundermans: Undercover)Favorite Family TV Show: XO, KittyFavorite Male TV Star (Family): Xolo Maridueña (Miguel Diaz, Cobra Kai)Favorite Female TV Star (Family): Peyton List (Tory Nichols, Cobra Kai)Favorite Reality TV Show: America's Got TalentFavorite Cartoon: SpongeBob SquarePants Favorite Movie: WickedFavorite Movie Actor: Jack Black (Steve, A Minecraft Movie)Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande (Glinda, Wicked)Favorite Animated Movie: Inside Out 2Favorite Male Animated Voice From a Movie: Dwayne Johnson (Maui, Moana 2)Favorite Female Animated Voice From a Movie: Auli'i Cravalho (Moana, Moana 2)Favorite Villain: Jim Carrey (Dr. Robotnik, Sonic the Hedgehog 3)Favorite Butt-Kicker: Emma Myers (Natalie, A Minecraft Movie) Favorite Female Artist: SZAFavorite Male Artist: Bruno MarsFavorite Music Group: Stray KidsFavorite Song: 'Taste' – Sabrina CarpenterFavorite Music Collaboration: 'Luther' – Kendrick Lamar and SZAFavorite Female Breakout Artist: Sabrina CarpenterFavorite Male Breakout Artist: Benson BooneFavorite Album: Short n' Sweet – Sabrina CarpenterFavorite Global Music Star: Africa: TylaFavorite Song From a Movie: 'Defying Gravity' – Cynthia Erivo (feat. Ariana Grande) (Wicked)Favorite Viral Song: 'Bluest Flame' – Selena Gomez, benny blanco Favorite Female Sports Star: Simone BilesFavorite Male Sports Star: LeBron JamesFavorite Male Creator: MrBeastFavorite Female Creator: Salish MatterFavorite Gamer: IShowSpeedFavorite Video Game: RobloxFan Favorite Kids' Creator: Ms. RachelFavorite Podcast: LOL Podcast
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS is back: The world's most famous K-pop band marches back into civilian life
A burst of cheers and fluttering banners greeted BTS members RM and V on June 10, 2025, as they were officially discharged from South Korea's mandatory military service. The return to civilian life offers hope for the long-awaited reunion of the world's most powerful K‑pop act. At a small outdoor field in Chuncheon, about 200 fans gathered from as far as Mexico, Turkey , Brazil , and the Philippines to welcome back two beloved figures in white military dress. RM, clutching a bouquet and lifelong saxophone, offered a brief performance, while V, in uniform and freshly severed from military life, beamed and danced in response. Both were visibly moved as they saluted and addressed the crowd, expressing gratitude and eagerness for what's next. Words from RM and V 'To all the ARMYs who have waited for us, I'm truly, truly grateful,' V said, urging fans to 'please wait just a little longer' for an impressive comeback. RM echoed these feelings, highlighting his longing for stage performance: 'I'll work hard to make an album soon and come back to the stage'. He added a touch of playfulness by playing a sax tune on the spot. Live Events This week also marks 'FESTA,' the 12th anniversary of BTS's debut, celebrated with events across Seoul . Meanwhile, the remaining three members—Jimin and Jungkook , to be discharged June 11, and Suga , on June 21, complete their service, closing the gap toward a full reunion. HYBE, the band's agency, released a simple message: 'WE ARE BACK', signaling confidence in their comeback. HYBE shares climbed 2.3–10 percent in the days surrounding the news. For BTS, mandatory service began a long hiatus in 2022. Today, their return symbolizes not just a musical rebirth, but a reset on identity and leadership. V described his service as rebuilding him 'physically and mentally.' Meanwhile, RM's introspective solo work, including his documentary 'Right People, Wrong Place,' framed this return as a journey toward authenticity Anticipation for new music, albums, and stadium tours is reaching a fever pitch.
