Oscars to Feature Performances for Sinners and KPop Demon Hunters

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, set for Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, will feature elaborate musical performances highlighting two of 2025's most acclaimed films: the animated blockbuster KPop Demon Hunters and the drama Sinners. Hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second time, the event will air live on ABC and Hulu in the United States, with international broadcasts including ITV and ITVX in the United Kingdom starting at 11 p.m. local time.

Performers EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, who provide the voices for the fictional girl group HUNTRX in KPop Demon Hunters, will debut a live rendition of the film's Oscar-nominated song "Golden." The segment will incorporate traditional Korean instrumentalists and dancers to evoke the folklore and cultural elements that underpin the Netflix production's narrative. KPop Demon Hunters, a global hit, earned nominations for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.

In a contrasting showcase, Sinners star Miles Caton and songwriter Raphael Saadiq will lead a performance of the nominated track "I Lied to You," joined by a ensemble of artists including blues legends Buddy Guy and Bobby Rush, ballet dancer Misty...