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BLACKPINK’s Rosé stunned fans during the Los Angeles leg of the DEADLINE World Tour by bringing out none other than Bruno Mars for a surprise joint performance of their hit song APT. Held at SoFi Stadium on July 13, the unexpected appearance marked a reunion between the two artists, who had last been seen together at the 2024 MAMA Awards. The performance instantly became a highlight of the night, with fans lucky enough to witness it live calling it unforgettable, while those attending the previous night’s show expressed disappointment at missing out.
The performance of APT. was electric, with Rosé and Bruno Mars sharing the stage in matching jackets, reportedly selected by Mars himself. Instead of a formal introduction, the surprise began the moment his verse started playing—he suddenly appeared on the giant screen and then emerged on stage, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Phones lit up across the stadium as fans rushed to record the iconic moment. The chemistry between the two artists was evident as they danced and sang together, feeding off each other’s energy and delivering a powerful, seamless collaboration.
What made the performance even more special was the rarity of Bruno Mars appearing as a guest at another artist’s concert. It was his first collaborative stage in eight years, underscoring the unique connection he shares with Rosé. Fans online were quick to note that Rosé might be the only artist able to convince Mars to do such a guest spot, further cementing the moment as one for the history books.
While those attending the July 13 show celebrated the unforgettable experience, fans who had gone to the first LA concert on July 12 were left feeling disappointed. One even described their reaction as feeling “robbed,” having missed the surprise by just one night. Still, Rosé’s commanding vocals and the elevated energy brought by Bruno Mars turned APT. into a live masterpiece, making the moment a defining highlight of BLACKPINK’s 2025-26 tour.