Black Pink Lisa wins Best Pop at MTV VMAs... First K-pop solo artist to do so

Black Pink Lisa became the first K-pop solo artist to win the ’Best Pop’ award at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) in the United States. On the 27th (local time), at the 2026 MTV VMAs held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, Lisa captivated attention on the red carpet with a dazzling red see-through dress. Immediately after the awards ceremony, Lisa posted on her personal SNS, ″Was a memorable night...wish I could remember all the details 🫠 GENG MAK GANG!″ sharing her thoughts on the special night. That day, Lisa appeared on stage in a striking style, pairing a black bra and pants with a black fur jacket, performing alongside DJ equipment, and exuding a powerful presence on stage. Showcasing her unique charisma and sophisticated charm, Lisa received enthusiastic cheers from local fans and fans around the world. With this, Lisa achieved the remarkable feat of being the first K-pop solo artist, especially the first Asian solo artist, to win the ’Best Pop’ category at the MTV VMAs, further solidifying her position in the global music market. At the same awards ceremony, BTS won three categories including ’Best K-pop,’ reaffirming the influence of Hallyu music. Lisa’s recent win has created a great response among music fans both domestically and internationally, raising expectations for her solo activities even higher. Attention is focused on the various music and performances Lisa will continue to showcase in the future.