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🎬 “K-Pop Demon Hunters” Wins Best Animated Feature & Song at Critics Choice Awards
Netflix’s animated action fantasy “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has clinched two major wins at the 31st Critics Choice Awards held in Santa Monica, California on January 4, 2026.
The film took home Best Animated Feature, beating out Disney and Pixar’s “Zootopia 2” and “Elio,” and also won Best Song for its breakout OST “Golden,” which has dominated global streaming charts.
Awards Summary
| Category | Winner | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Best Animated Feature | K-Pop Demon Hunters | Zootopia 2, Elio, In Your Dream |
| Best Song | “Golden” | Arco, In Your Dream |
Global Impact
- Over 100 million views on Netflix
- “Golden” tops Billboard, Spotify, Apple Music global charts
- Strong contender for the 2026 Oscars, according to critics
Directed by Maggie Kang
- Korean-American director Maggie Kang leads the project
- The film blends K-pop culture with supernatural action, showcasing Korean storytelling on a global stage
About Critics Choice Awards
- Hosted by the Critics Choice Association (CCA)
- Considered a key predictor for Oscar nominations
- Voted by over 600 film and TV critics across North America
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tags
#KpopDemonHunters #CriticsChoiceAwards #NetflixAnimation #GoldenOST #BestAnimatedFeature #BestSongWinner #MaggieKang #KpopFantasy #Oscars2026 #KContentGlobal #Kpopbreaking
Author Allen Shin
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