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Episode Date: March 16, 2026

K Pop Demon Hunters makes history at the Oscars, winning best animated feature and becoming Netflixs most-watched original animated movie. Director Maggie Kang, the first of South Korean descent to win in the category, dedicates the win to future generations. The films soundtrack, featuring the fictional girl group HUNTR/X, also gains recognition with awards including the Golden Globe, Critics Choice, and a Grammy. Netflix announces a sequel, setting up more adventures for the demon-hunting stars. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/233613075492b567

The latest entertainment headlines and celebrity stories, right here on entertainment and celebrity news today, K-pop Demon Hunters took home the Oscar for Best Animated Feature at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15th, 2006. This win made history as the first for South Korean creatives in that category. Director Maggie Kang became the first of South Korean descent to claim the prize, sharing it with co-directors, Chris Appelands and Michelle L.M. Wong. The film, from Sony Pictures Animation and released on Netflix, exploded into a massive hit. It became Netflix's most watched original animated movie ever, blending Korean pop culture with demon-hunting action. Fans and creators celebrated the breakthrough for representation.

Kang highlighted the long overdue moment for Korean stories on screen, dedicating it to future generations. Appelhans urged young artists worldwide to share their unique voices, noting how music entail bridge cultures. The movie's soundtrack added to the buzz. It's Oscar-nominated track Golden by the fictional girl group Untra X and voiced by artists like EJAA, Audrey Nuna and Ray Ami swept awards, including the Golden Globe, Critics Choice, and a Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media. Netflix wasted no time, announcing a sequel with Kang and Appelhands returning under their new exclusive deal for animation projects. This sets up more adventures for the demon-hunting stars. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode. When you need a moment alone,

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