Netflix officially presented “Golden”, the Breakout hymn of its successful animated film “Kpop Demon Hunters”, for the consideration of the prizes, marking a significant milestone for the imaginary group K-Pop Huntr/X.
The move of the streaming giant comes while the song continues its impressive climb on the global musical charts, having already achieved considerable success from the release of the film of June 20.
“Golden” will be released as a official single Through Republic Records on July 4th, accompanied by a three -track package with the original version, an instrumental and a chapel yield. The song, performed by Ejae, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami as an imaginary Huntr/X group, has become a streaming phenomenon, currently linked for the largest song by a women’s k-pop group on Us Spotify at n. 3.
The presentation for the consideration of the prizes comes in the wake of extraordinary commercial success. The soundtrack of “Kpop Demon Hunters” debuted at n. 8 On the Billboard 200, making it the highest soundtrack of 2025. From its release, the soundtrack has dominated the streaming platforms, with Huntr/X which becomes the main female group on Spotify with daily flows.
“Golden” debuted at n. 81 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has expert A significant 2000% increase in Apple Music flows from the launch. The song acts from a fundamental moment in the film, performed during a key scene in which Huntr/X is preparing to seal the mystical Honmoon d’oro and close the world of demons permanently. The track also marks the emotional climax when the singer Rumi reveals his identity in half a demon.
The song was composed of Ejae and Mark Sonnenblick, with the production managed by 24, Ido, Teddy Park and Ian Eisentrath. Executive music manufacturer Ian Eisentrath explained the creative approach: “Our goal from the first day was to have double function songs as driver of absolute stories and banges.” Golden “He both makes.”
The success of the song triggered the speculation of the sector on potential Oscars nominations, in particular in the best category of original songs. The soundtrack of the film has demonstrated an unprecedented crossover charm, with in competition pieces together with K-Pop artists in real life in the main musical charts.
Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, “Kpop Demon Hunters” follows history of three k-pop superstars that are secretly needed as demons hunters. The film was produced by Sony Pictures Animation and presents a cast of an all-star item including Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-Seop, May Hong and Ji-Young Yoo.
The presentation of the prizes represents Netflix’s trust in the cultural impact of the film and in commercial profitability. With the soundtrack that continues to earn momentum and the film that maintains its strong global audience, “Golden” appears well positioned for recognition in the next seasons of the prizes.
