Some friendships come with running jokes that never get old. For Bruno Mars and BLACKPINK’s Rosé, it’s the bit about her being too big a star to answer his calls anymore — and he just brought it back out on stage, in front of a live audience, with an actual invitation attached.
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What Bruno Mars Said
During a recent performance, Mars called out directly to his APT. collaborator: “I got to get Rosie up there. Rosie, if you’re listening, if you’re watching, what do I have to do for me and you to do APT in Korea? That would be a full circle moment. Only if I can afford her. She’s expensive these days. She doesn’t even answer my calls.” He closed it out with a direct plea: “Rosie, let’s make it happen.”
Why the Joke Hits
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| The Ask | A full-circle performance of “APT.” in Korea |
| The Joke | Claims Rosé is now “too expensive” and ignores his calls |
| The Song’s Status | Best-selling global single of 2025 (IFPI) |
| Fan Reaction | Flooded with laughing, heart-eyed comments online |
Fans immediately picked up on the bit, with reactions like “I love their friendship lmao” spreading across social platforms. The joke lands because it’s rooted in real history — Mars and Rosé have spent over a year building a public friendship defined by exactly this kind of teasing, ever since “APT.” turned into a global phenomenon.
A Friendship Built on Banter
This isn’t the first time Mars has poked fun at their dynamic. He’s previously joked about being “almost out of debt” after surprising her on tour, and the two have traded playful jabs on Instagram for months. The running gag about Rosé being unreachable now that she’s a global star fits neatly into that same pattern — affectionate ribbing between two artists whose collaboration became far bigger than either might have expected.
Could an APT. Performance in Korea Actually Happen?
Nothing is confirmed, but the public nature of the invitation — delivered from a stage, aimed straight at Rosé — suggests real intent behind the joke. Given the song’s cultural footprint and the two artists’ evident chemistry, a Korea performance would be a fitting way to close the loop on one of the biggest crossover hits in recent memory.
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FAQs
What did Bruno Mars say about Rosé during his performance?
He jokingly called her “too expensive” and said she doesn’t answer his calls anymore, while inviting her to perform “APT.” with him in Korea.
Why is “APT.” significant to their friendship?
It’s their massive 2024 collaboration that became the best-selling global single of 2025, cementing their public bond and running jokes.
