“Golden” Songwriting Team Speaks Out Backstage After Oscars Acceptance Speech Was Cut Off

At the 98th Oscars, the songwriting team for the film "KPop Demon Hunters" won the award for Best Original Song for their hit "Golden." The team, which includes EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick, Joong Gyu Kwak, Yu Han Lee, Hee Dong Nam, and Jeong, experienced a slight disturbance during their acceptance speech, which was cut off. This incident occurred while they were celebrating their achievement backstage after the ceremony. "KPop Demon Hunters" had a successful night at the Oscars, taking home two awards in total. In addition to winning Best Original Song for "Golden," the film also secured the award for Best Animated Feature. The film's recognition at the Oscars highlights its impact and popularity, particularly as it has been described as a Netflix smash hit. The event also featured a performance of "Golden" by the singers from "KPop Demon Hunters," marking their debut at the Oscars. This performance contributed to the film's visibility and showcased the talents of the songwriting team and the artists involved. Meanwhile, the film "Frankenstein" won three Oscars, including Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Makeup and Hairstyling, further emphasizing the competitive nature of the awards ceremony.