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Rosé left stunned as solo work is nominated for 8 MTV awards
The Star
|August 08, 2025
ROSÉ, the beloved BLACKPINK member, is still reeling in disbelief after receiving a staggering eight nominations at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards her very first as a solo artist.
The recognition comes from her breakout collaboration with Bruno Mars on the track APT - a genre-bending hit that has quickly become one of the most celebrated releases in recent times.
The South Korean singer-songwriter, known for her powerhouse vocals and emotional depth, shared her raw reaction in a heartfelt video posted to her Instagram Story shortly after the nominations were announced.
"So I've just heard that I've received eight VMA nominations," she said, visibly overwhelmed. "I'm beyond shocked and just don’t know what to say. I'm speechless. This is a crazy day. Whoa. It's wild. What's happening?”
Rosé’s reaction has resonated deeply with fans around the world, many of whom have long hoped to see her shine as a solo artist on a global stage.
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