Group Blackpink member Rosé opened the Grammys.
'The 68th Grammy Awards' was held at 8 p.m. on the 1st (local time) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, U.S.
Rosé took part in the opening performance with pop star Bruno Mars that day. They staged the performance of the hit song "APT.", released in October 2024 and achieving worldwide popularity. Rosé and Bruno Mars filled the stage with a dazzling band session and uninhibited energy.
In particular, the two drew attention by completing "APT." in a newly arranged version. Rosé left a deep impression with her freewheeling energy and relaxed performance. Her chemistry with Bruno Mars was also impressive.
After Rosé and Bruno Mars's opening performance, pop music critic Kim Yun-ha said, "No matter what performance it is, the beginning and the end are most important. I was pleased to see it as a great stage by Rosé and Bruno Mars. Many said she looked like a rock star. It seemed they overturned the stage as one band with Bruno Mars, giving a much more intense feeling than the original. I saw them enjoying the stage joyfully and exuberantly."
Rosé was nominated not only for the opening stage but also in the categories song of the year, record of the year, and best pop duo/group performance. It is the first time a K-pop song has been nominated for song of the year and record of the year, which are classified as the General Fields at the Grammys, with "APT." Also, it is the first-ever case of a K-pop female artist being nominated, raising expectations whether Rosé will take home the first award.
Meanwhile, the original soundtrack "Golden" from the Netflix animated film K-pop Demon Hunters made new history when it was announced as the winner of the Best Song Written for Visual Media category at 'The 68th Grammy Awards.'
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