The global entertainment phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters has achieved another monumental milestone by securing multiple nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards. The film's music team and vocal artists have been recognized across several top categories, solidifying the project's status as one of the most culturally significant productions of the year.
Artists React to Historic Grammy Recognition
The singers behind the film's heroic trio - EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami - expressed overwhelming emotions following the announcement of nominations on Friday. Audrey Nuna shared with The Hollywood Reporter: "There have been a lot of different emotions. Obviously, there is pure ecstasy, it's somewhere deep in there, but I think there's also shock. There's just a lot of emotions surrounding how long this journey has been for all of us and in some way feeling connected to the pain of the journey and the rollercoaster of that journey. All in one moment."
Rei Ami responded with her characteristic humor, stating: "I blacked out. I'm still blacked out. I'm probably not going to remember any of this morning in a few hours." EJAE echoed the sentiment of disbelief, remarking: "One is enough. It's more than enough. It's so hard to achieve, but damn, getting multiple is just crazy. That's when I stopped crying. I'm just like, what am I dreaming?"
Breakdown of Grammy Nominations and Historic Achievements
The film's breakout summer anthem 'Golden', which dominated the Billboard Hot 100 charts for most of the season, received nominations in three major categories:
- Song of the Year
- Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
- Best Song Written for Visual Media
Co-writer Mark Sonnenblick earned a nomination for his contribution to the track, while the David Guetta remix of 'Golden' received a nod for Best Remixed Recording. The complete KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack has been nominated for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media, reflecting both critical acclaim and massive global fan support.
Historic Milestones for K-pop at the Grammys
The Song of the Year nomination for 'Golden' represents a groundbreaking achievement - marking the first time a K-pop group's song has been recognized in the Grammys' general field. This historic year for K-pop also sees BLACKPINK's Rosé becoming the first K-pop solo artist nominated in the same category for her hit 'APT', which also scored nominations for Song of the Year and Record of the Year.
Since its debut, KPop Demon Hunters has become Netflix's most-watched title ever, successfully blending high-energy action sequences with vibrant musical storytelling. The animated feature follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group that doubles as demon-fighting heroes, creating a unique fusion of pop culture and fantasy adventure.
Beyond its streaming dominance, the film's soundtrack has maintained a consistent position in the Billboard 200 Top 10, demonstrating the franchise's exceptional crossover appeal between music and cinema. With these Grammy nominations, KPop Demon Hunters has officially transcended its genre origins, evolving from a streaming sensation into a landmark achievement for both K-pop and global pop culture.
