Animated movie K-pop Demon Hunters broke into the music world big time, with their virtual K-pop girl group Huntr/x being shortlisted for the MTV Video Music Award (VMA) Song of the Summer. Released on June 20, the film has smashed multiple records and is now Netflix’s biggest animated original feature ever. With over 236 million views, it has overtaken Red Notice to become the most-watched film on the platform. But the film’s achievements don’t stop there it is also making waves in the music industry.
A Chart-Topping Hit
“Golden,” by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI as voices of Huntr/x, debuted on July 4, 2025. The track became instant hit, going to the top of the Billboard Global 200 and the Billboard Hot 100. It also made it to number one in South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States, representing a record-breaking feat for an imaginary K-pop group. The catchy electropop music of the track blended with inspiring words struck a chord with people of all ages, and it became impossible to avoid this summer.
A Cultural Phenomenon
The movie K-pop Demon Hunters, which was released on Netflix on June 20, 2025, is about Huntr/x, a secret K-pop girl group that fights demons using the power of music. The blend of anime-style animation, energetic performances, and emotionally engaging storytelling has resonated with audiences. The movie rapidly became Netflix’s best-streamed animated original, reaching more than 210 million views globally. Its popularity has sparked fan gatherings, sing-along screenings, and even social media challenges, demonstrating how widely it has been viewed.
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The VMA Nomination
The Song of the Summer MTV VMA nomination is a huge accomplishment for Golden. The song’s catchy melodies and sentimental lyrics have labeled it as one of the best songs of the season. The nomination also shines light on the expanding presence of K-pop and animated music in mainstream music awards. Global fans are looking forward to the voting period, which starts on September 6, 2025, ready to cast their votes for Huntr/x’s hit song.
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Looking Ahead
The success of “Golden” and K-pop Demon Hunters has created new possibilities for music and storytelling combined. The mix of animation, music, and story in the film has created a thrilling experience for its fans. As fans continue to rejoice over Huntr/x’s success, the effect of “Golden” serves as an example to how music and storytelling can bring people together worldwide.
With its VMA nomination, “Golden” has solidified itself as a cultural landmark, breaking down the boundary between animation, K-pop, and mainstream music. As the voting begins, fans across the globe are preparing to cast their votes for their song of choice, hoping that “Golden” will be named Song of the Summer.
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