‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Wins Best Animated Feature at Oscars: ‘This Is for Koreans Everywhere’
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"I'm so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this, but it is here," said co-director Maggie Kang, who dedicated the win to Korea
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Oscars 2026 ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Wins Best Animated Feature at Oscars: ‘This Is for Koreans Everywhere’ "I'm so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this, but it is here," said co-director Maggie Kang, who dedicated the win to Korea By Charisma Madarang Charisma Madarang Contact Charisma Madarang on X Contact Charisma Madarang by Email View all posts by Charisma Madarang March 15, 2026 KPop Demon Hunters took home the trophy for Best Animated Film at the 2026 Oscars on Sunday. Maggie Kang, who co-wrote and co-directed the film, producer Michelle L.M. Wong, and co-director Chris Appelhans took the stage to accept the award. “Thank you to the Academy and to all the fans who got us here, and for those of you who look like me,” said Kang in a moving speech. “I’m so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this, but it is here, and that means that the next generations don’t have to go longing. This is for Korea and for Koreans everywhere.” Appelhans also stressed the power of the next generations of artists, emphasizing how music and stories “have this power to connect us as humans across cultures and borders.” He added, “I just want to take a moment to say to all the young filmmakers, artists, musicians in all corners of the globe, tell your story, sing in your voice. I promise you the world is waiting.” Wong thanked Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation before sending a special message to her mother: “Mom, this is for you.” Trending Stories 'SNL': Doctor Harry Styles Leads RFK Jr.'s 'MAHA' Hospital
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