Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' Scores Three Golden Globes Nominations, Validates Pop Sensation
K-pop powerhouse "Golden" is set to shine at the 2026 Golden Globes, with its star-studded single and film adaptation both receiving nominations. The Netflix release, "KPop Demon Hunters," has secured a spot in the Best Motion Picture, Animated category, while its theme song, "Golden," is up for Best Original Song — Motion Picture.
The nomination marks another milestone for "Golden," which has spent 23 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at Number One. EJAE, one half of the songwriting duo behind "Golden," becomes the first Korean-American to be nominated at the Golden Globes. This achievement cements her status as a rising star in the music industry.
The Best Original Song — Motion Picture category is highly competitive, with five other nominees vying for recognition. These include tracks from Disney's Avatar: Fire and Ash, Sinners, Wicked: For Good, and Train Dreams, all of which are sure to provide strong competition for "Golden."
Last month, "Golden" received an impressive five nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year. EJAE expressed her gratitude on Instagram, crediting fans who supported the movie for making this moment possible.
As the popularity of K-pop continues to soar, it's clear that artists like EJAE and the "KPop Demon Hunters" are redefining the global music landscape. With its crossover appeal, captivating storytelling, and memorable soundtrack, it's no wonder that this pop sensation is now being recognized on a prestigious stage like the Golden Globes.
The success of "KPop Demon Hunters" serves as a testament to the power of K-pop's unique blend of music, dance, and drama. Without the support of fans worldwide, this phenomenon might not have reached such dizzying heights. As EJAE notes, she feels like Rumi, the film's protagonist, who embodies perfectionism and vulnerability.
The K-pop executive quoted by Rolling Stone aptly puts it: "There are no fan wars... There are no label wars... It's pure K-pop." With its universal appeal and lack of controversy, "KPop Demon Hunters" is indeed an anomaly in the music industry. As the Golden Globes continue to celebrate this pop sensation, fans can only hope that the momentum will translate into even greater success for EJAE and her fellow artists.
K-pop powerhouse "Golden" is set to shine at the 2026 Golden Globes, with its star-studded single and film adaptation both receiving nominations. The Netflix release, "KPop Demon Hunters," has secured a spot in the Best Motion Picture, Animated category, while its theme song, "Golden," is up for Best Original Song — Motion Picture.
The nomination marks another milestone for "Golden," which has spent 23 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at Number One. EJAE, one half of the songwriting duo behind "Golden," becomes the first Korean-American to be nominated at the Golden Globes. This achievement cements her status as a rising star in the music industry.
The Best Original Song — Motion Picture category is highly competitive, with five other nominees vying for recognition. These include tracks from Disney's Avatar: Fire and Ash, Sinners, Wicked: For Good, and Train Dreams, all of which are sure to provide strong competition for "Golden."
Last month, "Golden" received an impressive five nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year. EJAE expressed her gratitude on Instagram, crediting fans who supported the movie for making this moment possible.
As the popularity of K-pop continues to soar, it's clear that artists like EJAE and the "KPop Demon Hunters" are redefining the global music landscape. With its crossover appeal, captivating storytelling, and memorable soundtrack, it's no wonder that this pop sensation is now being recognized on a prestigious stage like the Golden Globes.
The success of "KPop Demon Hunters" serves as a testament to the power of K-pop's unique blend of music, dance, and drama. Without the support of fans worldwide, this phenomenon might not have reached such dizzying heights. As EJAE notes, she feels like Rumi, the film's protagonist, who embodies perfectionism and vulnerability.
The K-pop executive quoted by Rolling Stone aptly puts it: "There are no fan wars... There are no label wars... It's pure K-pop." With its universal appeal and lack of controversy, "KPop Demon Hunters" is indeed an anomaly in the music industry. As the Golden Globes continue to celebrate this pop sensation, fans can only hope that the momentum will translate into even greater success for EJAE and her fellow artists.
this is so lit!! i'm literally hyped for "Golden" to win at the golden globes lol ejae's reaction on instagram was everything 
and can we talk about how k-pop is taking over the world?? it's not just music, it's a whole experience with dance, drama, and catchy tunes 
i'm loving how k-pop is breaking barriers and proving its universal appeal 
and she's not even fully American lol her song is gonna crush those disney tracks I mean who needs fire and ash when you have "golden" 
? it's like rumi was right all along, perfectionism and vulnerability = success 
and btw that exec said there are no fan wars lol what a refreshing change from the usual drama and beefs 
... 23 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart is impressive, but does it really mean much? i'm still not convinced about k-pop's staying power 
. yeah, ejae's a talented songwriter, no doubt, but let's not forget there are other awesome artists out there too 
... and what's with all the golden fever 
? just 'cause it's getting some nom's at the golden globes doesn't mean it's gonna last 
. fans supporting the movie is one thing, but can the music actually hold up to criticism? or will we just be left with a bunch of catchy but shallow songs 
. ejae is already killing the game as a singer-songwriter and now she's getting recognition at one of the biggest awards shows out there 
. i think what's even more impressive is how universal k-pop has become - it transcends cultures and languages, you know? fans from all over the world are coming together to support their fave artists and that's just pure magic 
. can't wait to see what the future holds for ejae and the "kpop demon hunters" crew 
. and ejae being a korean-american artist is def cool... but at the same time, isn't it weird that she's getting recognized for her work before actual k-pop artists who are kinda older? like, what about bts or blackpink or whoever? 
. But seriously, what's up with all these accolades for "KPop Demon Hunters"? I guess you could say K-pop's the new Hollywood 
. And can't wait to see which tracks will give "Golden" some serious competition at the Globes - Avatar: Fire and Ash better bring their A-game! 
and ejae is just the icing on the cake 
fave nom btw?
keep slaying & we'll keep supporting u every step of the way 
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. EJAE must be living her best life right now, knowing that fans all around the world are supporting her and her music 
. So here's to K-pop fandom: keep being awesome, and who knows? Maybe we'll see more Golden Globes wins in the future 
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EJAE's the real MVP 
23 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart is no joke! EJAE for president 
with those Disney tracks throwin' their hat into the ring. But honestly, "Golden" is just too catchy & perfect for that iconic moment when Rumi's character belts out the theme song 
. Can't wait to see what happens at the Golden Globes 
like "Infinite Challenge" and whatnot. And now, EJAE is breaking barriers as a Korean-American artist, it's super inspiring! I'm rooting for her to win that Golden Globe award 
