K-pop sensation Rosé, the beloved member of BLACKPINK, has made history once again with her chart-topping single “APT.”, featuring Bruno Mars. Released on October 18, 2024, as part of her debut solo album rosie, the track has shattered multiple international records while gaining massive popularity in Pakistan, India, and across Asia.


Within just 10 months of release, the “APT.” music video surpassed 2 billion views on YouTube, making it the fastest K-pop solo video to achieve this milestone. Earlier, it had already broken records by becoming the fastest music video by a female artist to hit 1.7 billion views, achieving the feat in only 235 days. These achievements highlight Rosé’s immense global reach and the passionate support of her Asian fanbase.


On Spotify, “APT.” set new benchmarks as well. It became the fastest song by a female K-pop soloist to cross 100 million streams in its debut week. By early 2025, it had already reached 1 billion streams, setting yet another record. In South Asia, especially Pakistan, the track trended at the top of YouTube Pakistan’s music charts for several weeks, proving Rosé’s strong influence in the region.


Internationally, the single debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts, cementing Rosé’s status as the first BLACKPINK member with multiple solo chart-toppers. She also made history by winning Song of the Year at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) — the first K-pop artist to do so.


Rosé’s success with “APT.” proves the growing power of K-pop in Pakistan and Asia, where millions of fans continue to celebrate her journey. With her captivating voice and record-breaking achievements, Rosé has secured her place as one of the most influential global artists of her generation.