The 2026 Oscar nominations are here, and as expected, KPop Demon Hunters earned a nod for Best Animated Feature alongside Arco, Elio, Little Amélie or the Character of Rain and Zootopia 2. Not only is KPop Demon Hunters a contender for the coveted prize at Hollywood’s biggest night, it’s the frontrunner, and I want to talk about why that’s actually quite a big deal for Asian-led storytelling, and the recognition of more diversity in animation by the Academy.
