The global phenomenon of the animation and K-pop music 'K-pop Demon Hunters' confirmed its status as a favorite in the awards season by winning two Golden Globes, extending a winning streak that began a week ago at the Critics Choice Awards and paving the way for a possible victory at the Grammys and the Oscars. The most-watched film in Netflix history—with 325 million views—won this Sunday at a ceremony held in Los Angeles (USA). The story of the three members of the group HUNTR/X, who fight demons inspired by Korean folklore, captivated the public with the narrative, aesthetics, and globally recognized music of South Korea. The film's soundtrack, produced by Sony Pictures Animation, topped international charts last year, with 'Golden' leading the Billboard US chart for weeks and accumulating millions of streams. The music also earned four Grammy nominations, including Song of the Year for 'Golden,' performed by the fictional band HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami), marking the first time in history that a female K-pop group (fictional or real) has been nominated in one of the four major Grammy categories, to be awarded on February 1. The film's success led South Korea to honor its co-director, Maggie Kang, in December with the Order of Cultural Merit Okgwan, highlighting the film's role in the global projection of South Korean culture. The film's influence has also transcended the screen and music to infiltrate other sectors: collaborations with South Korea's largest theme park, integrations into video games, and commercial agreements in fashion and food. Following its Golden Globes win, 'K-pop Demon Hunters' is now a strong contender for the Annie Awards for animation, where it has 10 nominations, including Best Picture. It is also expected to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song, with an announcement scheduled for January 22.
