She has established herself as a leading K-pop artist alongside Bruno Mars.
Her debut album 'Rosie' has achieved impressive rankings on Billboard.
[TV Daily Kim Jin-seok] Artist Rosé has achieved a remarkable feat at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. On March 26, during the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles, Rosé received two significant awards for her duet 'Apartment' with Bruno Mars, winning 'Best Collaboration' and 'K-Pop Artist of the Year.'
The iHeartRadio Music Awards, hosted by the largest online radio broadcaster in the U.S., has been recognizing the most played songs and artists since 2014. With this latest achievement, Rosé has further solidified her standing as a prominent K-pop artist alongside the persistent popularity of 'Apartment.'
Released in October 2024, 'Apartment' has shattered numerous records on global music charts. Rosé made history by winning 'Song of the Year' at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, the first K-pop artist to achieve such a feat, and she was also nominated for two prestigious Grammy Awards. Additionally, at the Brit Awards, she became the first and only K-pop artist to be nominated in both group and solo categories, further marking K-pop's history.
Her first full-length album, 'Rosie,' released in December of the same year, received immediate acclaim. Featuring her songwriting and composition talents across all tracks, the album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 chart and maintained its position for 27 weeks, setting a new record for a K-pop female artist.
In 2026, Rosé is expected to continue her diverse musical journey.
Rosé's 'Apartment' transcends being just a song; it symbolizes a significant step in showcasing K-pop's creativity in the global music scene through her collaboration with Bruno Mars. This success also reflects her personal growth as an artist, serving as a beacon for K-pop's expansion.
Winning at the iHeartRadio Music Awards exemplifies how K-pop artists are gaining recognition on global music platforms. The 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' award validates the impact of the K-pop fandom, indicating that Rosé's music resonates strongly within the U.S. market. This could potentially become a pivotal moment for other K-pop artists aiming for international success in the future.
Lastly, the release of her album 'Rosie' illustrates Rosé's broadening musical spectrum. Her evolving artistic identity is becoming increasingly evident in magazines and interviews, further enhancing her communication with fans. This showcases her potential for future projects and explorations across various genres.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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