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98th Academy Awards: 'Kpop Demon Hunters' Secures Six Wins Including Best Picture
'Kpop Demon Hunters' Dominates the Academy Awards
The 98th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O'Brien, concluded with several memorable moments. Paul Thomas Anderson's film 'One Battle After Another' was a major winner, securing a total of six awards, including Best Picture, Best Directing, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Additionally, 'Kpop Demon Hunters' made a significant impact by winning Best Animated Feature. The film also achieved a historic win with its Kpop track taking home the Oscar for Best Original Song, beating out Hollywood giants like Disney's Zootopia 2 and Pixar's Elio. This marks a new milestone for Kpop's global reach in cinema.
Historic Wins and Political Statements at the Ceremony
The ceremony was also notable for its groundbreaking achievements and political undertones. Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman to ever win the Oscar for Best Cinematography for her work in 'Sinners'. Cassandra Kulukundis received the first-ever Oscar for Best Casting Director. In acting categories, Jessie Buckley was named Best Actress for her performance in 'Hamnet', while Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for his dual role in 'Sinners', becoming only the sixth Black man to win the award. Amy Madigan took home Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Weapons'. The ceremony also featured prominent political statements, including support for Palestine and protests against ongoing conflicts.
*Source: YouTube: WION (2026-03-16)*
