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Katseye surprises Coachella audience with special performance of 'Golden'

Girl group Katseye rocked the Coachella stage with a surprise appearance of "Golden" (2025) singers Rei Ami, EJAE and Audrey Nuna for a special performance.

2026-04-12

What's next for 'KPop Demon Hunters,' and is Jinu coming back in the sequel? The directors respond.

The confirmed sequel to global sensation “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025) will bring the unexpected just like it did with the first one, according to co-director Chris Appelhans on Wednesday.

2026-04-01

K-shamanism reads its own fate, finding overseas success

Unlike the dark and frightening sensibility often associated with Western occultism, Korean shamanism is being received as a fresh and unusual cultural phenomenon, especially after the success of the Netflix animation “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025).

2026-04-01

Oscars performance blended tradition, interpretation and heritage to create 'Golden' moment

Under the bright lights of Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, the rhythm of Korean drums and the flow of traditional dance unfolded before a global audience — a brief but striking moment

2026-03-27

McDonald's teams up with Netflix for 'Kpop Demon Hunters' meals

McDonald’s is introducing meals in the United States in collaboration with Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025), featuring Korean-inspired flavors such as ramyeon seasoning and garlic chili sauce.

2026-03-26

Oscar-winning 'Golden' climbs to No. 5 on U.S. Billboard Hot 100

Netflix's animation sensation “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025) saw its original soundtrack climb again on both the main singles and albums charts of the U.S. Billboard after the film won two Oscars earlier this month.

2026-03-25

'KPop Demon Hunters' co-director spotted eating uncooked Shin Ramyun at Academy Awards

Chris Appelhans, who co-directed the Netflix animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025), is drawing attention after he was spotted eating Shin Ramyun at the 98th Academy Awards.

2026-03-18

Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' soundtrack climbs Billboard charts

Netflix's animation sensation "KPop Demon Hunters," which won two Oscars earlier this week, saw its original soundtrack climb on both the main singles and albums charts of the U.S. Billboard, the latest charts showed Wednesday.

2026-03-18

'KPop Demon Hunters' orchestral concert to tour across Korea

A live orchestral concert based on the soundtrack of “KPop Demon Hunters” (2025) will tour cities across Korea from May, with ticket sales for the first performances set to open later this month.

2026-03-17

President Lee congratulates Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' on winning Oscars

President Lee Jae Myung congratulated Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" (2025) on winning Academy awards, expressing hope that the animated film's success would further expand the global reach of Korean culture.

2026-03-16