“Best duo”— Fans react as Bruno Mars is reported to have attended 2024 MAMA to repay BLACKPINK’s Rosé's efforts after canceled ‘APT.’ Brazil debut

A recent revelation has shed light on the collaboration between Rosé and Bruno Mars for their song APT. On November 26, 2024, Hanbok Ilbo reported that the idol was originally set to perform alongside Bruno Mars at his concert in Brazil. However, the performance was canceled due to heavy rainfall.

As a gesture of goodwill, Bruno Mars accompanied the BLACKPINK star to the 2024 MAMA Awards as her plus one, where they delivered a collaborative performance. The act highlighted the close bond they’ve built behind the scenes.

As the revelation went viral on social media, several fans shared their opinions and praised the duo. One fan on X wrote:

"Best duo."

Fans expressed their admiration for their friendship.

“Imagine having a genuine friendship & collaborative bond like Bruno Mars & Rosé Both put in equal effort for each other,” a fan wrote.

“That’s so sweet of both of them!” another fan exclaimed.

“Oh wow how supportive and respectful they're of each other,” an X user stated.

Some other fans said:

“Sweet gesture,” a fan said.

“The way they support each other im sobbing,” another fan said.

“So bruno mars rescheduled his other events to attend mama awards in japan as a thank you to rose for coming to brazil,” an X user stated.

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Rosé and Bruno Mars' friendship shines again through a past event

BLACKPINK's Rosé has once made headlines with her collaboration with Bruno Mars on their track APT. Following the release of the song on October 18, 2024, Bruno Mars was scheduled to perform in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 19. Around this time, both artists were spotted in Brazil, sparking fan speculation about a possible live performance.

A viral moment from their visit featured Rosé and Bruno Mars waving to fans from a hotel balcony as rain poured down. Unfortunately, the concert was canceled due to persistent rainfall, leaving fans puzzled about her visit to Brazil without a performance.

On November 26, 2024, it was revealed that BLACKPINK member had traveled to Brazil specifically to perform APT. live with Mars for the first time. However, due to the rain-related cancellation, the live debut did not occur. As a gesture to make up for the missed opportunity, Bruno Mars flew to Osaka, Japan, to perform alongside Rosé at the 2024 MAMA Awards.

Their performance at this prestigious K-pop event delighted fans, as the duo delivered an energetic rendition of APT. They also accepted the "Global Sensation of the Year" award together, adding another highlight to their collaboration.

Rosé’s journey into this partnership began after she left YG Entertainment in September 2024 and signed with Warner Music Group's Atlantic Records. Through her new label, which is also home to Bruno Mars, she proposed a collaboration and sent him three demos. Mars chose APT. and actively participated in its writing, composition, and production.

APT. stands out for its minimalist production, diverging from traditional K-pop elements like intricate choreography and elaborate storylines. Instead, the collaboration emphasizes a global pop sound that merges K-pop’s reach with American pop’s simplicity and accessibility.