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K-pop Demon Hunters cast shocked Coachella tonight when HUNTR/X made a surprise performance with KATSEYE. The Oscar-winning trio performed “Golden” hours after their historic Academy Awards triumph. Thousands of festival-goers witnessed an unforgettable collaboration on the Sahara stage.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Performance Date: April 10, 2026, tonight at Coachella Valley Music Festival
- Cast Members: EJAE (voices Rumi), Audrey Nuna (voices Mira), Rei Ami (voices Zoey)
- Awards Victory: “Golden” won Best Original Song Oscar plus Golden Globe, Critics Choice, and Grammy
- Chart Record: 5 consecutive weeks at number 1 on Billboard Hot 100, longest-leading hit by animated act
Historic Oscar Win Hours Before Coachella Performance
Fresh off their Academy Awards victory, the K-pop Demon Hunters voice cast took the Coachella stage for an unexpected celebration. EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami joined forces with girl group KATSEYE on the Sahara stage, creating a magical moment that resonated across the festival grounds. The timing proved perfect, with the excitement of winning Best Original Song still electrifying the performers.
The surprise appearance caught festival attendees completely off guard. Many in the crowd didn’t realize the voices behind the global animated phenomenon were performing live in person.
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Kpop Demon Hunters cast surprises Coachella with Golden performance tonight
“Golden” Becomes Global Anthem Since June 2025 Release
The song “Golden” has dominated charts worldwide since its debut on the Billboard Hot 100 in June 2025. The track claimed five non-consecutive weeks at number one, an unprecedented achievement for music from an animated film. According to music industry sources, this makes “Golden” the longest-leading hit ever recorded by an animated cast.
Written by EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick, IDO, 24, and Teddy Park, the song blends K-pop energy with Hollywood production. Its global appeal transcended typical animated movie soundtrack expectations.
Academy Awards, Grammy, Golden Globe Sweep
Tonight’s Oscar win capped an extraordinary recognition period for “Golden.” The song previously claimed the Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for best original song. At the Grammy Awards, it won best song written for visual media. Industry observers called the wins a validation of the track’s artistic merit and commercial power.
| Award | Status |
| Academy Award | Best Original Song, Won |
| Golden Globe | Best Original Song, Won |
| Grammy Award | Best Song Written for Visual Media, Won |
| Critics Choice Award | Best Original Song, Won |
“We worked our asses off. We’ve had the door shut in our faces. We were told we were too little, too much. It’s long overdue validation.”
— Rei Ami, voice of Zoey in K-pop Demon Hunters
KATSEYE Brings Festival Energy, HUNTR/X Steals Show
KATSEYE opened Coachella’s opening night with high-energy performances of “Internet Girl,” “Pinky Up,” and “Mean Girls.” The five-member group launched their career through the reality competition “Dream Academy” and Netflix docuseries “Popstar Academy: Katseye.” They’ve already earned a 2026 Grammy nomination for best new artist and secured multiple Billboard Hot 100 hits.
When HUNTR/X emerged as surprise guests, the energy shifted. The animated film’s real voices commanded the Sahara stage with undeniable star power. Festival attendees recognized the historic moment unfolding in real time.
What’s Next for K-pop Demon Hunters’ Voice Cast After Tonight?
The streaming success of K-pop Demon Hunters transformed the once-hidden voice actors into global celebrities. Netflix confirmed that a sequel is officially in development, with director Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans returning. The follow-up targets a 2029 release under a multi-year animation deal. Will EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami participate in the sequel remains a tantalizing question for millions of fans worldwide.
Sources
- Variety – Coverage of HUNTR/X surprise performance at Coachella with KATSEYE and Oscar victory details
- Billboard – Chart history of “Golden” and its record-breaking run on Hot 100
- The Desert Sun – Coachella 2026 celebrity attendance and performance updates
