Stars shine on the red carpet at the MTV awards: DP

Canadian singing sensation Shawn Mendes had his army of fans in a frenzy as he made his red carpet entranceAFP/Getty

The stars of the music world are gathering in Rotterdam this evening for a night of glamour and great music at the 2016 MTV European Music Awards.

The beautiful people took to the red carpet at the Ahoy Rotterdam in one outlandish sartorial display after another.

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Leading the fashion pack and stealing the spotlight from the music stars was British model Jourdan Dunn. The 26-year-old, who is one of the guest presenters, showed off her slender figure in an attention-grabbing chain style dress.

Tallia Storm too wore a sheer top embroidered with flowers and a pretty frilled purple mini skirt

Hot-footing it straight from the Strictly ballroom was host Laura Whitmore who opted for a flattering plum dress with sheer panels.

Taking a break from Strictly host Laura Whitmore arrives at the MTV EMA'sAFP/Getty

And Bollywood was also represented at the music event, with Indian movie star Deepika Padukone putting in a striking appearance.

The stunning actress who stars in XXX: The Return of Xander Cage wore a stylish black and olive green ensemble for the high-profile music event.

The Return of Xander Cage star Deepika Padukone cut a stylish figure on the red carpetAFP/Getty

Meanwhile Canadian singing sensation Shawn Mendes took over the red carpet as he joined Jack and Jack for an impromptu rap.

The teen idol sparked a frenzy on the red carpet as he was besieged by his army of fans.

British singer Charli XCX strikes a pose on the red carpet at the MTV Europe Music AwardAFP/Getty

The 23rd EMAs will include performances from Kings of Leon, Joe Jonas's band DNCE and singer-songwriter Bruno Mars and Swedish star Zara Larsson.

Meanwhile US rockers Green Day follow in the footsteps of Eminem, Queen, Bon Jovi, and Ozzy Osbourne to win the Global Icon Award in recognition of their contribution to music over the past two decades.

US band Green Day members (L-R) Tre Cool, Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Durnt are to be honoured with the Global Icon awardAFP/Getty

Bruce Gilmer, executive vice president of talent and music at Viacom, MTV's parent company, said: "Green Day is, without question, one of the world's most influential rock bands. For over two decades, they've introduced new generations of fans from around the globe to their impassioned lyrics and raw musical power."

British model of the moment Jourdan Dunn stops for a selfie with fansAFP/Getty

Beyonce and Justin Bieber lead the way with five nominations each. Beyonce is a contender in the categories for best US act, best video for Formation, best female, best live act and biggest fans, while Bieber has been named for best Canadian act, best song with Sorry, best male, best pop, and challenges the Queen Bey in the biggest fans category.

British star Adele has four nominations. Rihanna, Drake, Kanye West, Ariana Grande and The Weeknd are listed in three categories each.

Jaden Smith, Winnie Harlow, Nina Dobrev, Charli XCX, Tinie Tempah and Idris Elba will be among the guests presenting the coveted trophies.