Netflix 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' Captivates the Academy Awards... Live Performance of 'Golden' Confirmed

The OST 'Golden' from the Netflix animated film 〈K-Pop Demon Hunters〉 will beautifully adorn the stage of the 98th Academy Awards.

◆ 'Golden' Live Stage to Heat Up the Academy Awards

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), which hosts the Academy Awards, announced through its official channel that the vocalists of the virtual K-pop girl group HUNTR/X, Lee Jae, Audrey Nuna, and Ray Ami, will perform the song 'Golden' at the 98th Academy Awards. The ceremony's executive producers, Raj Kapoor and Katie Mullen, praised the work as "a film that has sparked a global pop culture phenomenon," stating, "This stage will be a cinematic tribute that celebrates the relationship between music and storytelling, going beyond a simple performance." The Academy also raised global fan expectations through its official social media, saying, "It's time for HUNTR/X fans to bring out their light sticks."

◆ Special Tribute Performance Combining Traditional Korean Instruments and Dance

The most anticipated aspect is the composition of the stage. This 'Golden' celebration stage is set to grandly open with a fusion performance combining traditional Korean instrumentals and dance. It has been planned to magnificently honor the folkloric elements and cultural inspirations that are the core roots of the work in front of a global audience. The unique narrative of K-pop idols battling demons is expected to perfectly come to life on stage, highlighting the ceremony.

◆ Nominated for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song... Heightened Expectations for Winning

Having sparked a K-pop animation syndrome worldwide, 〈K-Pop Demon Hunters〉 has proudly secured nominations in two categories at the 98th Academy Awards: Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song, setting a remarkable record as the first K-pop to be nominated for an Academy Award. With previous wins at the Golden Globe Awards and Grammys, all eyes are on whether it can also take home the Oscar trophy. Meanwhile, the 98th Academy Awards will be held on the 15th (local time) at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, USA, and will be globally broadcast live through ABC, Hulu, and Korea's OCN.