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Maggie Kang's Historic Oscar Win: KPop Demon Hunters Makes Animated History

'KPop Demon Hunters' won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards. Director Maggie Kang became emotional during her acceptance speech, dedicating the win to Korea and Koreans everywhere. The victory makes Kang and producer Michelle L.M. Wong the first female Asian winners in the Best Animated Feature category. The film had already won top honors at the Golden Globes, Critics' Choice Awards, and PGA Awards leading up to the Oscars.

Key Points: KPop Demon Hunters Wins Oscar, Makes History for Asian Women

  • First female Asian winners in Best Animated Feature
  • Film won Golden Globe and Critics' Choice
  • Kang dedicated win to next generations
  • Film directed by Kang and Chris Appelhans
  • Swept major awards season
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Oscars: Maggie Kang gets emotional as 'KPop Demon Hunters' bags Best Animated Feature award

Director Maggie Kang dedicates Oscar win to Korea as KPop Demon Hunters makes history for female Asian creators in Best Animated Feature.

"This is for Korea and for Koreans everywhere. - Maggie Kang"

Los Angeles, March 16

Director Maggie Kang got teary-eyed after receiving the Oscar award for her project 'KPop Demon Hunters'.

'KPop Demon Hunters' bagged Oscar for best animated feature at Sunday night's Academy Awards.

During her acceptance speech, Kang said, "Thank you to the Academy and to all fans who got us here, and for those of you who look like me."

Tearfully, she dedicated her win to Koreans.

"I'm so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this. But it is here. And that means that the next generations don't have to go longing. This is for Korea and for Koreans everywhere," Maggie added.

The film was directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans and produced by Michelle L.M. Wong. With the win, Kang and Wong make history as the first female Asian winners in best animated feature, as per Variety.

Prior to the Oscars, 'KPop Demon Hunters' won best animated film at the Golden Globes, the Critics' Choice Awards, and the PGA Awards.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Congratulations to the team! K-pop's global influence is undeniable, and blending it with animation is genius. As an Indian fan of both animation and Korean culture, this is a win I can celebrate. When will we see a Bollywood-inspired animated feature win an Oscar? The talent is here!
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Aditya G
Fantastic achievement, no doubt. But respectfully, while celebrating Korean representation, we must ask: where is the consistent recognition for Indian cinema beyond the occasional "Slumdog Millionaire"? Our industry produces incredible work across genres. The global awards circuit needs to look beyond a single narrative.
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Sarah B
Watching from Mumbai, this was so emotional! Her dedication "for Koreans everywhere" resonates deeply. The diaspora feeling seen is powerful. It gives me hope for more inclusive storytelling worldwide. Well deserved win!
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Karthik V
First female Asian winners in that category - that's the headline for me! Hats off to Maggie Kang and Michelle Wong. Breaking that glass ceiling paves the way for others. Now, let's get an all-Indian team up there next! 🇮🇳
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Nisha Z
The film swept all the major awards before the Oscars too - Golden Globe, Critics' Choice. Clearly a masterpiece. Need to watch it this weekend! Love when animation gets this level of respect. It's not just for kids.

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