K-Pop Demon Hunters' Golden Song Wins at 2026 Grammys
The animated Netflix hit K-Pop Demon Hunters continues to dominate the entertainment industry. After breaking records, topping charts, and securing two Golden Globe trophies, the film's song "Golden" won an award at the early ceremony of the 68th annual Grammy Awards. The song took home the Best Song Written for Visual Media award, and it's also nominated for Song of the Year, with the result yet to be announced.
The dance track "Golden" landed in seventh place on Spotify's most-streamed tracks in the world in 2025, and it's quickly becoming a fan favorite. The film's success is not a result of overnight success, according to EJAE, one of the voices behind Huntr/X. EJAE shared that it took 10 years of hard work and another 10 years of writing to achieve this level of success.
K-Pop Demon Hunters, released last June, has become the most-watched Netflix film of all time, with an avid fanbase. The soundtrack, including "Golden," has also been a huge hit, with the song quickly reaching Spotify's 1 billion streams club. A sequel is in the works at Netflix and Sony, with an anticipated 2029 release.
Despite the success, K-Pop Demon Hunters did not win in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance or Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media categories. The Song of the Year award for "Golden" is yet to be announced, and the film's overall Grammy success is still unfolding.
The Grammys 2026 ceremony was a significant milestone for K-Pop Demon Hunters, showcasing the power of hard work and perseverance in the entertainment industry. The film's success has opened doors for further exploration of K-Pop in Hollywood, and the sequel is expected to build on this momentum.
