Zing Muse – Ariana Grande steals the spotlight at the MTV VMAs 2025, winning Video of the Year, Best Long-Form Video, and Best Pop for her emotional sci-fi short film “Brighter Days Ahead.”
Ariana Grande’s Triumphant Return to the VMAs
On the night of September 7, 2025, the MTV Video Music Awards lit up UBS Arena in New York, hosted by rap legend LL Cool J. Among the evening’s dazzling performances and emotional speeches, Ariana Grande stood out with a moving victory that marked one of the highlights of the ceremony.
Grande’s sci-fi short film “Brighter Days Ahead”, part of her Eternal Sunshine album, won the Video of the Year award—the most prestigious recognition of the VMAs. This 26-minute visual project, co-directed by Grande and Christian Breslauer, was inspired by the acclaimed 2004 film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
A Message of Healing and Hope
Accepting the award, Ariana Grande delivered an emotional speech, opening up about the inspiration behind her work:
“This project is about healing from trauma. If you’re on that journey, keep going. I promise brighter days are ahead.”
Her words struck a chord not only with fans but also with fellow artists in attendance, underlining her growth both as a performer and storyteller.
Multiple Wins for “Brighter Days Ahead”
Grande’s short film didn’t just stop at one award. By the end of the night, she had secured:
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Video of the Year
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Best Long-Form Video
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Best Pop Song
Out of seven total nominations, she walked away with three major trophies, bringing her career tally to 13 MTV Moonman awards.
Other Big Winners of the Night
While Ariana’s victory stole headlines, other stars also made their mark:
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Lady Gaga was named Artist of the Year, after receiving a record 12 nominations. She delivered a heartfelt message about the responsibility that comes with being an artist.
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Sabrina Carpenter won Album of the Year with Short n’ Sweet and also took home Best Pop Artist.
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Rosé & Bruno Mars claimed Song of the Year with their hit APT.
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Lifetime recognition went to legends of the industry: Mariah Carey (Video Vanguard Award), Ricky Martin (Latin Icon Award), and Busta Rhymes (Rock the Bells Visionary Award).
Why This Win Matters
For Ariana Grande, the success of Brighter Days Ahead is more than a career milestone—it symbolizes resilience and artistic reinvention. By combining cinematic storytelling with personal vulnerability, she has proven once again why she remains one of the defining voices of her generation.
The 2025 MTV VMAs will be remembered not just for its winners but for its celebration of creativity, courage, and emotional truth—with Ariana Grande leading the way.
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