Jennie Kim Tops 2025 Asian Pop Music Awards Nominations with Eight Categories

BLACKPINK's Jennie has emerged as the frontrunner for the 2025 Asian Pop Music Awards (APMA), securing eight nominations that underscore her multifaceted artistry and solo prowess. 

The nominations, unveiled early Tuesday by organizers based in Hong Kong and London, highlight Jennie's transformative journey since launching her independent label, Odd Atelier, blending hands-on production with innovative collaborations.

Jennie's nods span a diverse array of categories, including Best Female Artist, Best Album for her critically acclaimed RUBY, and Song of the Year for the infectious "like JENNIE." She also earned recognition for Best Collaboration on "Handlebars" alongside global sensation Dua Lipa, as well as accolades in Video, Dance, Production, and Lyrics. 

These honors reflect Jennie's artistic growth, marked by her signature blend of introspective lyricism, high-energy choreography, and genre-defying soundscapes that have captivated audiences worldwide.

The announcement comes amid heightened anticipation for the jury-voted ceremony, which faced a brief postponement following a tragic fire at Hong Kong's Hong Fuk Estate on November 26. The incident, which claimed multiple lives, prompted a wave of solidarity from the K-pop community, including substantial donations from artists and fanbases. Nominations, originally slated for November 29, opened today, December 2, with global fan voting details set to follow soon. Jennie is joined by a constellation of K-pop luminaries, including her BLACKPINK bandmates Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa, who also received nominations across various solo and group efforts.

BTS's Jin leads in male categories with nods for his emotive solo work, while Stray Kids, aespa, and G-Dragon round out the heavy hitters. Emerging acts like CORTIS further diversify the list, signaling the genre's expanding horizons.

Category	Notable Nominees
Best Female Artist	Jennie Kim, Rosé, Jisoo, Lisa, Yuqi
Best Male Artist	Jin (BTS), G-Dragon, Mark (NCT), j-hope
Best Album	Jennie (RUBY), Stray Kids (KARMA), G-Dragon (Übermensch)
Song of the Year	Jennie ("like JENNIE"), Rosé & Bruno Mars ("APT."), aespa ("Dirty Work")
Best Collaboration	Jennie & Dua Lipa ("Handlebars"), G-Dragon feat. Anderson .Paak ("TOO BAD")
Best New Artist	CORTIS, AHOF, izna

This year's APMA roster draws from releases between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, emphasizing digital streams, physical sales, and expert curation. Fans have already begun rallying online, with hashtags like #JennieAPMA2025 trending globally on social platforms.As the ceremony approaches expected to maintain a respectful tone in light of recent events the awards serve not only as a showcase of talent but also as a testament to resilience within the Asian pop ecosystem. 

With Jennie's eight nominations positioning her as a symbol of innovation, the 2025 APMA promises to roar with "uh-heung" that unmistakable spark of excitement defining K-pop's unstoppable momentum.

For more details on voting and the full nominee list, visit the official APMA website.