Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Kendrick Lamar lead the nominations for this year's MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande are also among the most nominated artists for the 2025 American awards ceremony.

Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, who are tied for the most VMA awards won – 30 each – received one nomination each this year, both in the Artist of the Year category.

Neither artist released an album last year, but both had successful tours during that period, the BBC reported.

Swift already holds the crown for the most trophies for a single artist, as Beyoncé's tally includes collaborations with other artists.

Swift was also the biggest winner at last year's ceremony, winning seven awards, including the two most prestigious: Artist of the Year and Video of the Year.

This year, Lady Gaga received 12 nominations, Bruno Mars 11, rapper Kendrick Lamar is next with 10, and "Espresso" singer Sabrina Carpenter 8.

Lady Gaga's nominations include Artist of the Year and Best Album for "Mayhem." The 39-year-old singer is currently on tour in the US.

"Die With A Smile," a collaboration between Lady Gaga and Mars, is nominated for Song of the Year, and the musicians are also nominated for Best Collaboration, Best Pop, and Video of the Year.

This year's VMAs include two new categories: Best Country and Best Pop Artist.

The ceremony will take place on September 7 at the UBS Arena in New York.

No plans have yet been announced for this year's MTV European Music Awards, and according to reports, the show has been temporarily suspended. | BGNES