The 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards were held on 14 November 2021 at the László Papp Budapest Sports Arena in Budapest, Hungary.^[1] This marked the first time that Hungary hosted the awards show.

Justin Bieber led the nominations, with a total of eight, making him the most nominated male artist. Doja Cat and Lil Nas X were both tied, with six nominations, with Doja being the most nominated female act. BTS was the most nominated group and K-pop act, while Little Mix was the nominated female group. The category Best K-pop was introduced this year.^[2

Winners and nominations[edit]