In the lead-up to the MTV Video Music Awards, MTV announced two exciting updates

Sir Rod Stewart, one of best-selling artists of all-time, will perform with multi-platinum selling group DNCE for the remake of classic hit, “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy” at the 2017 “VMAs”.  In addition, Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, Demi Lovato, will perform “Sorry Not Sorry” from her upcoming album.

​MTV also announced two augmented reality (AR) experiences: a VMA AR studio Moon Person camera effect on Facebook and you can check it out HERE, and a collaboration with 8i to release a collection of 3D photorealistic Moon Person holograms on the mobile AR app Holo. 
 
Powerhouse pop group Fifth Harmony will be taking over the flagship @Instagram account to share all the behind-the-scenes moments leading into their VMAs performance “Down” featuring Gucci Mane on Instagram Stories. 
 
The VMAs will premiere live on MTV Asia on Monday, 28 August: Pre-Show (6am WIB, 7am MY/SG) and Main Show (7am WIB, 8am MY/SG). The repeat telecast airs on the same day: Pre-Show (6pm WIB, 7pm MY/SG) and Main Show (7pm WIB, 8pm MY/SG).