'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' makes history with 2026 Oscar nomination

"Golden," the catchy K-pop anthem from Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters," has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first song in the genre to earn an Oscar nomination. This groundbreaking honor not only validates the power of K-pop but also paves the way for future generations of artists.

The songwriters behind "Golden," Kim Eun-jae, Mark Sonnenblick, 24, Ido, and Teddy, have already made a name for themselves in the music industry with their previous wins, including the Critics Choice Award for best song and the Golden Globe for best original song. Now, they are set to take home gold โ€“ or rather, the Oscar โ€“ as their composition has been nominated for best original song at the 98th Academy Awards.

The journey of "Golden" is truly remarkable. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 list for eight weeks and currently holds a spot near the top of the Billboard Global 200. Its impact can be seen in its impressive chart performance, which serves as an anthem for the film's fictional K-pop group, HUNTR/X.

The song's success is not limited to its commercial appeal; it also resonates deeply with audiences worldwide. Singer-songwriter EJAE, who performed alongside Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami in the film, shared her gratitude on social media, expressing pride in her work and acknowledging the hard work that went into creating "Golden." Composer Mark Sonnenblick also celebrated the nomination, sharing celebratory posts on his Instagram story.

The co-directors of "KPop Demon Hunters," Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, were overjoyed with the news, calling it a "dream come true" for their team. They praised the dedication and passion that went into making the film, saying that the recognition is not just a testament to their own work but also to the hard work of everyone involved in the production.

The 98th Academy Awards will take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, and fans can tune in live on ABC and Hulu beginning at 7 p.m. ET to see if "Golden" takes home the coveted Oscar for best original song.
 
omg is this real life? K-pop finally gets the recognition it deserves ๐Ÿคฏ! I mean i know some people were skeptical about k-pop being a 'real' genre but i think this just proves that we need more of it in our lives ๐Ÿ’ƒโ€โ™€๏ธ. The songwriters behind "Golden" must be beyond thrilled and i'm sure their faces are on cloud nine right now ๐Ÿ˜Š. this is such a historic moment for not just the artists but also for the entire k-pop community ๐ŸŽ‰. fingers crossed that they take home that oscar! ๐Ÿ’ซ
 
I'm low-key freaking out about this! I mean, a K-pop song getting an Oscar nom? That's like a dream come true for us K-pop fans ๐Ÿคฏ๐Ÿ’ฅ. I've been following the story behind "Golden" and it's amazing to see how far it's come. From topping the Billboard Hot 100 to getting recognized by the Academy, it's proof that K-pop is here to stay ๐Ÿ’ช. And can we talk about the songwriters? They're like a dream team ๐Ÿ‘ฏ. Kim Eun-jae, Mark Sonnenblick, and co. are killing it in the music industry and I'm so hyped to see them take home that Oscar ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ‰. March 15 can't come soon enough - I'll be glued to my screen watching "Golden" get recognized on live TV ๐Ÿ“บ๐Ÿ˜
 
This is so epic ๐Ÿคฉ๐ŸŽ‰! I mean, K-pop going all out with an Oscar nom? That's just mind-blowing ๐Ÿคฏ! They're not only killing it on the charts but also getting the recognition they deserve globally ๐Ÿ’ฅ.

I love how "Golden" has become an anthem for more than just the film - it's a representation of the entire K-pop community ๐ŸŒŸ. And let's be real, those songwriters have been grinding for years to get to this point ๐Ÿ”ฉ. It's amazing to see their hard work pay off in such a big way.

And can we talk about how talented the cast and crew are? From EJAE's powerful vocals to Maggie and Chris's dedication to bringing the story to life ๐ŸŽฅ, it's clear that everyone involved poured their heart and soul into this project โค๏ธ. I'm so hyped to see what happens at the Oscars on March 15! ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ’ซ
 
๐Ÿคฉ I'm so stoked that K-pop is finally getting the recognition it deserves! It's amazing to think about how far K-pop has come in just a few years, and now to see one of its anthems get an Oscar nod... it's a game changer ๐Ÿš€. This isn't just about Kim Eun-jae and her team, though - it's also about the impact that K-pop can have on people all around the world. I mean, who wouldn't want to dance along to "Golden" at 7 p.m. ET on Oscar night? ๐Ÿค— It's gonna be lit! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿป
 
I'm so hyped ๐Ÿคฉ that a K-pop song is getting an Oscar nom!!! It's about time we get some recognition for our genre ๐Ÿ™Œ. I think what's cool is how it's not just the artists, but also the film and the whole production team are getting recognized ๐ŸŽ‰. The fact that "Golden" has been able to resonate with audiences worldwide is a testament to the power of K-pop ๐ŸŒŽ. And can you imagine seeing EJAE and Mark Sonnenblick on stage accepting that Oscar ๐Ÿ†? Fingers crossed for March 15! ๐Ÿ˜Š
 
I gotta say, this is crazy! I mean, K-pop finally getting the recognition it deserves ๐Ÿคฏ. But let's be real, it's about time, right? All those years of us K-pop fans over here saying "we told you so" ๐Ÿ˜. And can we talk about how impressive it is that a song from Netflix made it to the Oscars? That's some Hollywood magic right there ๐Ÿ”ฎ. I'm not surprised EJae was all emotional on social media, but Mark Sonnenblick's celebratory Instagram story tho ๐Ÿคฉ. It's going to be so cool to see "Golden" take home the Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards! And I hope Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are soaking in every moment of this because it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience ๐Ÿ’ซ. By the way, have you seen the film? Is "Golden" your jam?
 
Can you believe it? K-pop is finally getting the recognition it deserves from Hollywood ๐Ÿคฉ. I mean, who would have thought that a song like "Golden" would be up for an Oscar? It's crazy to think about how far K-pop has come in such a short time. I've been following this genre since its early days and to see artists like EJAE and Teddy getting the recognition they deserve is amazing ๐Ÿ’ฅ.

It's also awesome to see that this nomination isn't just about one person or group, but about the whole team behind "KPop Demon Hunters" ๐Ÿ™Œ. The co-directors, writers, and performers all worked so hard to make this film happen and it's great that their efforts are being recognized.

I'm definitely tuning in to watch the Oscars on March 15 โฐ. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for a win! But even if they don't take home the Oscar, "Golden" is still an incredible achievement and proof that K-pop is here to stay ๐ŸŽ‰.
 
๐Ÿคฏ I'm still in shock that "Golden" is getting an Oscar nod! Remember when we were all obsessing over K-pop back in 2022? ๐Ÿ˜‚ I was like, "This is gonna be huge!" and everyone thought I was crazy ๐Ÿ™ƒ. Fast forward to now, and look at us! The song's success isn't just about its catchy beat or impressive chart performance โ€“ it's about how it brings people together ๐ŸŒŽ. I'm so proud of EJAE for owning her talent and Mark Sonnenblick for creating such an iconic composition ๐ŸŽต. And can we talk about how far "KPop Demon Hunters" has come? ๐Ÿคฉ From a small indie film to a global phenomenon? Mind blown! ๐Ÿ˜ฒ Can't wait to see what happens at the Oscars on March 15! ๐Ÿ’ซ
 
๐Ÿคฏ OMG, I'm still in shock that a K-pop song is getting an Oscar nom!! It's not every day you see a genre like K-pop being taken seriously on that level ๐ŸŽ‰ But at the same time, it's about bloody time! I mean, the industry has been sleeping on K-pop for far too long and this is just proof that our fave artists are killing the game ๐Ÿ’ฅ And can we talk about how iconic "Golden" is? It's like, the anthem of our generation ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’–
 
๐Ÿค”๐ŸŽต just found out that K-pop anthem "Golden" is getting an Oscar nom... like what's next? world domination? ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ˜‚ seriously though, it's cool to see k-pop get some recognition, but let's be real, the competition for oscar nominations is super tough. and have you seen the current state of the environment? climate change is still a thing and we're more worried about a K-pop song than actual issues that matter ๐ŸŒช๏ธ๐Ÿ’”
 
I'm not surprised "Golden" is going to be a winner ๐Ÿคฉ! I mean, who wouldn't want a catchy K-pop anthem that's all about saving the world? It's like a superhero soundtrack โ€“ minus the superpowers ๐Ÿ˜‚. The fact that it's even up for an Oscar is proof that K-pop has come a long way, baby! I hope they win because it'd be awesome to see more international artists taking home gold... or should I say, platinum? ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿป
 
[Image of a cat sitting on top of a pile of awards, with a gold statuette on its head]

[Image of a K-pop group performing on stage, with confetti and balloons]

๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ’ƒ This is what I'm talking about! K-pop finally getting the recognition it deserves ๐ŸŽ‰. Who knew "Golden" would break barriers like this? [Image of a person breaking through a glass ceiling]
 
aww that's amazing news ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’– it's incredible to think about how far K-pop has come! i mean, who would've thought that a song from an anime film could get an Oscar nom? ๐Ÿ˜ it just goes to show that music really can bring people together and transcend borders. and the fact that the creators are so humble and grateful is truly inspiring ๐Ÿ™ i'm loving this moment for K-pop fans everywhere! they deserve all the celebration ๐Ÿ’ซ
 
can't believe K-pop is finally getting the recognition it deserves! I mean, who wouldn't want to be a part of that kind of magic? ๐Ÿง™โ€โ™€๏ธ the fact that their song topped the Billboard Hot 100 list for eight weeks speaks volumes about its impact... and let's not forget EJAE's vocals in the film, she gave an epic performance ๐Ÿ’ฅ what's even more amazing is that this nomination isn't just a fluke, these songwriters have already won major awards before, so it's clear they're on a roll ๐ŸŒŸ
 
OMG I'm literally freaking out!!! ๐Ÿคฉ I've been listening to that song nonstop since it came out and I know so many people who love it too! It's amazing to think that K-pop is finally getting the recognition it deserves on a global level ๐ŸŒŽ. I mean, it's not just about the music itself but also the culture and the community that comes with it. The fact that "Golden" has resonated with audiences worldwide means that there's so much more to K-pop than just catchy beats ๐Ÿ’–. Can't wait to watch the Oscars and see if they take home the award ๐ŸŽ‰!
 
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