‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans Are Bringing Their Crew to the Oscars
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The duo, who brought the hit animated film to life, also weigh in on whether or not streaming versus theatrical helped the release and where the highly anticipated sequel stands.
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Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment KPop Demon Hunters directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are reflecting on their long journey to the Oscars. The film, which was released in June on Netflix , has become the streamer’s most-watched title. The sleeper hit spawned toy lines and food tie-ins, along with a theatrical run for its sing-along companion. “It’s beyond anything I could have ever imagined this concept becoming,” Kang tells The Hollywood Reporter . The film has catapulted the team into the spotlight, led by the film’s lead singing voice and songwriter for multiple songs, EJAE. But Kang and Appelhans are quick to emphasize that the film is only possible because of the large team behind it. “Animation is such a collaborative process,” Kang says. Related Stories Movies Artists Equity Inks Streaming Pact With Netflix Music Blackpink's Jisoo Shares Love for Album 'Deadline,' Talks New Netflix K-Drama: "Blinks Will Love It" KPop Demon Hunters is up for best animated feature and best original song at the 2026 Academy Awards. It’s undoubtedly a big moment for Kang and Appelhans, but the directors are keen to share this moment with their team that brought the film to life over its seven-year incubation period. “We honestly haven’t had much time to be with them post-release and just hold hands, jump up and down and celebrate,” Appelhans says, adding they’ve finally been able to have those moments during the awards campaign. “Every time I think about the crew, I just burst into tears,” Kang admits. “I’m so grateful to everybody. You make sacrifices in your life working on these things, no matter what your role is and how long you’re on it.” The Oscars are shaping up to be the biggest moment for the directors to celebrate with their crew. “We got extra tickets, so we’re only i...
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