Blackpink's Rosé, 'KPop Demon Hunters' and Katseye Earn Grammy Nominations
Blackpink’s Rosé and Netflix’s blockbuster animation KPop Demon Hunters received nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, according to the Recording Academy’s live announcement on Saturday. HYBE’s global girl group Katseye also joined the list of nominees, marking a strong showing for K-pop and related artists on the global stage.
Rosé’s Recognition
Rosé posed with her Song of the Year award for "APT." (2024) during the MTV Video Music Awards on September 7 at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
“APT.” highlighted Rosé’s distinctive artistry and global appeal.
'KPop Demon Hunters' from Netflix
The Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters gained attention for its innovative storytelling and bold approach to K-pop themes. The film’s track “HUNTR/X” has become a major cultural talking point.
Katseye’s Global Momentum
HYBE’s girl group Katseye received acclaim for their 2024 single "Touch," which earned the MTV Push Performance of the Year award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards in Elmont, New York.
Other K-Pop Highlights
- Girl group Fifty Fifty and French rapper Orelsan collaborated on the track “Oulalalala.”
- BabyMonster announced the upcoming release of their new music video “Psycho.”
- Busan will host a G-Dragon-themed fireworks festival beginning November 15.
- The Boyz’s new subunit is set to release a digital single titled “Tiger.”
Quote Spotlight
“KPop Demon Hunters shows how it’s done, done, done with bold K-reinvention.”
Author’s Summary: Rosé, Katseye, and Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters mark a defining moment for K-pop at the Grammys, underscoring Korean pop culture’s international resonance.