Overview

• Rosé leads solo artists this year with eight nominations, including seven for her Billboard Hot 100 No. 3 hit “APT.” featuring Bruno Mars.
• Her tally positions her just behind Lady Gaga (12 nominations), Bruno Mars (11) and Kendrick Lamar (10), tied with Sabrina Carpenter at eight.
• All four BLACKPINK members secured VMA nods this year, with Jennie, Jisoo and Lisa joining Rosé in the Best K-pop category.
• Best K-pop contenders also include BTS’ Jimin, girl group aespa and boy band Stray Kids, underscoring K-pop’s competitive footprint.
• The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards air live from New York’s UBS Arena on September 7, marking Rosé’s first solo appearance at the ceremony.