KPop Demon Hunters Wins Big at Golden Globes

LOS ANGELES (BBC) — January 13, 2026: Netflix’s animated sensation KPop Demon Hunters has secured major recognition at the Golden Globe Awards, winning Best Animated Feature, while its hit anthem Golden was named Best Original Song.

Key Developments

• KPop Demon Hunters won Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.
• The film became Netflix’s most-watched animated title, with its song Golden topping Billboard charts.
• The awards have boosted Oscar buzz ahead of the Academy Awards shortlist.

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The film, which premiered in June, follows fictional girl band Huntr/x as they use music to battle dark forces, blending K-pop culture with themes of empowerment and self-acceptance. Since its release, the movie has emerged as a global phenomenon, becoming Netflix’s most-watched film of all time within two months.

Accepting the Best Animated Feature award, director Maggie Kang said the film aimed to portray female characters as “strong and bold,” reflecting real-life women. Co-director Chris Appelhans described the project as a “love letter to music” and its ability to connect people through shared humanity.

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The award for Best Original Song went to Golden, co-written and performed by singer-songwriter Ejae alongside Mark Sonnenblick and Lee Hee-joon. In an emotional acceptance speech, Ejae reflected on her early struggles to break into the K-pop industry, dedicating the award to those who have faced rejection. She said the song’s success represents hope and self-belief for people navigating personal hardships.

From left, Chris Appelhans, Maggie Kang and Michelle Wong, winners of the award for Best Motion Picture — Animated for “KPop Demon Hunters,” pose in the press room during the 83rd Annual Golden Globes at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., Sunday (local time). AFP-Yonhap

Beyond awards, the film’s music has achieved historic chart success. Golden reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, while another track, Your Idol, peaked at number eight. The film also swept the Critics Choice Awards earlier this month, winning in the same categories.

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Korean-American actress Arden Cho, who voices the lead character Rumi, said the film mirrors her own journey of self-acceptance. She described the project as a tribute to underrepresented communities, offering “hope, joy and love” through storytelling.

With the Golden Globes often seen as a precursor to the Academy Awards, KPop Demon Hunters is now widely tipped as a strong contender in the animated feature category at this year’s Oscars. While the official shortlist has yet to be announced, the film’s momentum continues to build on the global stage.

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