Rosé Leads K-Pop Breakthrough at 2026 BRIT Awards Alongside 'KPop Demon Hunters'

The 2026 BRIT Awards nominations have sparked global buzz as BLACKPINK's Rosé and the animated blockbuster 'KPop Demon Hunters' secure major nods in international categories, marking a milestone for K-pop and global pop culture at one of the UK’s most prestigious music award ceremonies. This year's BRITs, which are scheduled for 28th February, at Co-op Live in Manchester, England, will honour both British and worldwide musical accomplishments, showcasing both up-and-coming performers and global blockbusters. 

Importantly, Rosé's solo success and the animated phenomenon 'KPop Demon Hunters' signal not only artistic crossover appeal but also the growing mainstream influence of Korean artists across global entertainment.

Rosé's Stardom Soars: BRIT Nomination and Global Impact

With her highly praised single 'APT.' Rosé—who is well-known throughout the world as a member of BLACKPINK—boldly entered the solo spotlight and is now nominated for International Song of the Year at the 46th BRIT Awards. Her nomination continues her incredible run of accomplishments, which includes major Grammy nominations and worldwide chart dominance, and positions her on a distinguished list of international talent.

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'APT.' a collaboration with Bruno Mars, has achieved remarkable global success and record-breaking accolades on several major award circuits. Rosé's nomination for the BRITs highlights her rise as a worldwide pop phenomenon beyond the legacy of her group and makes her one of the first Korean solo artists to be acknowledged at this level in the ceremony's history.

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Historic Nomination for 'KPop Demon Hunters' and 'Golden'

Not to be outdone, 'KPop Demon Hunters,' Netflix's animated music phenomenon, has also received significant BRIT nominations, creating a rare intersection between mainstream music awards and movie soundtracks. The movie's hallmark song, 'Golden,' which was voiced by Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami and sung in-universe by the fictional female group Huntr/x, is now nominated for both International Song of the Year and International Group of the Year. 

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This dual recognition not only celebrates the soundtrack's huge chart success—including topping global charts for weeks—but also makes 'KPop Demon Hunters' the first animated act to be acknowledged in these BRIT categories. Golden's worldwide success is a reflection of its wider influence: it has broken records for both viewership and streaming, dominated foreign music charts, and received significant honours including Best Original Song and Best Animated Feature at the Golden Globes.

The 2026 BRIT Awards: A Celebration of Diversity and Global Talent

On 28th February, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) will broadcast the 46th BRIT Awards from Manchester's Co-op Live. Host Jack Whitehall will oversee a night that promises to combine British and international musical greatness. Leading the nomination tally are British artists Olivia Dean and Lola Young, each with five nods across top categories, while international stars including Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and now K-pop-linked acts like Rosé and Huntr/x are recognized in key global categories. 

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For the first time, the ceremony will take place outside of London, highlighting the BRITs' changing goals and celebrating the diversity of music. With a record number of women and non-binary nominees this year, the 2026 BRIT Awards represent a more inclusive and globally integrated music industry in addition to showcasing performers that are pushing boundaries. 

Rosé's and KPop Demon Hunters' nominations will be watched closely by fans worldwide as they continue to break barriers and make history on one of music's grandest stages.

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