Bruno Mars and Rosé became the focus of intense online speculation following the Grammy Awards, after social media users circulated claims that the two performers were romantically involved or had fallen out in the aftermath of the ceremony.
The rumors emerged after Mars and Rosé opened the broadcast with a high-profile performance of their collaboration "APT." The appearance marked a significant moment for Rosé, who, according to Billboard, became the first solo K-pop artist to perform on the Grammy stage. The song entered the night with nominations for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, as reported by Entertainment Tonight.
Despite the nominations, the collaboration did not result in a win, a routine outcome in a competitive awards field that nevertheless became fuel for online conjecture. Within hours, fan accounts and gossip pages began framing the evening as a "fallout," suggesting tension between the two artists without citing verifiable sources.
Central to the speculation was a screenshot purporting to show a cryptic Instagram Story attributed to Rosé, hinting at being blocked or ignored. The image spread widely across platforms, but no archived post, link or confirmation has been produced to verify its authenticity. The screenshot has not been corroborated by Rosé's official social media accounts or by independent reporting.
A separate claim asserted that Mars unfollowed Rosé on Instagram following the ceremony. A review of publicly available information showed no confirmation that such a change occurred, and neither artist has commented publicly on their online interactions. Entertainment coverage of the night focused instead on the performance itself and the nominations tied to "APT."
The rapid spread of the rumors highlighted how landmark professional moments can be reframed through speculative narratives. In Rosé's case, the attention shifted quickly from the historical significance of her Grammy performance to unsubstantiated personal theories. Forbes and Billboard both noted the performance as a milestone for K-pop representation, a detail that was often sidelined in online discussions.
Industry observers note that such episodes are increasingly common as fan culture and algorithm-driven platforms reward speculation over verification. A lack of clear information can create space for conjecture, particularly when a prominent collaboration does not translate into awards success.
Neither Mars nor Rosé has issued statements addressing the dating rumors or alleged tension. Their representatives have also declined to comment. No credible outlet has reported evidence supporting claims of a relationship or dispute between the two artists.
