Rosé of BLACKPINK continues to rewrite history, this time at the prestigious Variety Hitmakers 2025, where she became the first K-pop idol ever to win the Global Hitmaker of the Year award. Held on December 6, the annual event honors the most influential artists, producers, and songwriters behind the year’s biggest global hits.
Appearing at the ceremony in an elegant white gown, Rosé captivated fans and media alike with her glowing visuals and regal aura. With her signature platinum hair and sophisticated makeup, she looked every bit the modern-day princess, effortlessly standing out among international stars.
“The recent years of my career have been full of unexpected turns,” Rosé said in her emotional acceptance speech. “Sometimes it feels overwhelming, but above all, I feel incredibly proud.”
The award celebrates the massive success of “APT.”, Rosé’s explosive collaboration with Bruno Mars, released in October 2024 as the lead single of her debut solo album Rosie. The track quickly became a cultural phenomenon, with its music video garnering over 2.1 billion views on YouTube in just 225 days—breaking records for Asian artists globally.
On the Billboard Hot 100, APT. spent 34 consecutive weeks, making it the longest-charting solo single by a K-pop artist. The song also earned Rosé her first-ever Grammy nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year, while taking home the Daesang for Song of the Year at MAMA 2025 in South Korea.
Her breakthrough with APT. marks a turning point not only for her personal journey but also for the global presence of Korean solo artists. Rosé’s achievements are a testament to her artistry, resilience, and appeal across cultural boundaries.
The 2025 edition of Variety Hitmakers also honored other music powerhouses: Sabrina Carpenter was named Hitmaker of the Year, Megan Moroney received Storyteller of the Year, while BigXThaPlug and Role Model were recognized as Hip-Hop Disruptor and Triple Threat of the Year, respectively. Rising stars like Addison Rae, Elvira Anderfjärd, and Luka Kloser were also celebrated with the The Future Is Female Award.
As Rosé continues to soar, both musically and visually, she remains a defining icon of her generation—gracefully blending talent, influence, and timeless elegance.
Sources: kenh14
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