I am proud to have been part of the team at Sony Pictures Imageworks that helped bring KPop Demon Hunters to life.

At the 98th Academy Awards in 2026, the film won two Oscars: Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song (“Golden”).

Being part of the team that contributed to this incredible production was an unforgettable experience.

Working alongside such talented artists, engineers, and storytellers to deliver a film that achieved global recognition and critical acclaim makes this achievement especially meaningful.

Oscar Wins

Oscars 2026: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins Best Animated Feature Film
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‘Golden’ from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins Oscar for Best Original Song
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2026 Awards Season

The film dominated the 2026 awards season, winning nearly every major animation prize:

Oscar 2026 – 98th Academy Awards

1. Best Animated Feature
2. Best Original Song (“Golden”)

Annie Awards – Swept all 10 nominated categories:

1. Best Animated Feature
2. Best FX Feature
3. Best Production Design
4. Best Voice Acting (Arden Cho as Rumi)
5. Best Character Animation
6. Best Editorial
7. Best Direction
8. Best Writing
9. Best Character Design
10. Best Music

Golden Globes

1. Best Motion Animated Picture
2. Best Original Song (“Golden”)

Critics’ Choice Awards

1. Best Animated Feature
2. Best Song (“Golden”)

Producers Guild of America (PGA)

1. Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures

Key Highlights

• Netflix record: Now the most-watched original film in Netflix history with 236M+ views
• “Golden” won a Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media