From red carpets to award stages, Asia continues to elevate global cinema through powerful storytelling. At the 98th Oscars, Asian talents didn’t just attend, but won awards and made history. These are the region’s brightest—from actors to directors—who stole the spotlight on Hollywood’s biggest night.
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K-Pop Demon Hunters
Since its release, K-Pop Demon Hunters has become both a breakout hit and a masterclass in animated storytelling. Korean director Maggie Kang took home the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, marking a major moment for the film and for Asian representation in animation.
Also present were the film’s voice stars Arden Cho, Ji-young Yoo, and May Hong, celebrating the project’s historic win.
Huntrix singers Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami also dazzled on the red carpet before performing “Golden.” The track made history as the first K-pop song ever to win the Oscar for Best Original Song, cementing the genre’s growing influence on the global stage.
Filmmakers and Industry Trailblazers
Half-Filipina cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first woman—and woman of color—to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography for her work on Sinners. Her win marks a powerful milestone for both representation and the craft of cinematography.
Chinese-American actress Li Jun Li, known for her role as Grace Chow, also turned heads on the red carpet in a striking red Gaurav Gupta gown.
Actress and producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas arrived as a presenter in a pristine custom Dior gown, while Hamnet director Chloe Zhao made a dramatic entrance in a haunting Gabriella Hearst creation.
Young Netflix Stars
A new generation of Asian talent also made a stylish appearance at the ceremony.
Anna Cathcart, star of the Netflix series XO, Kitty, shimmered on the red carpet in a silver Jenny Packham gown. Meanwhile, Charithra Chandran—best known for her role in Bridgerton Season 2 and recently announced as part of the cast of One Piece—wore an elegant emerald creation by Miss Sohee.
With every award, performance, and red-carpet moment, Asia’s brightest continue to shape the future of global cinema. At the 98th Oscars, their presence proved that the region’s creative voice is not only present on Hollywood’s biggest stage—it’s impossible to ignore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Director Maggie Kang won Best Animated Feature for K-Pop Demon Hunters, while half-Filipina cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw won Best Cinematography for her work on Sinners.
Yes, the track “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters made history as the first K-pop song to win the Oscar for Best Original Song at the ceremony.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw achieved this historic milestone at the 98th Academy Awards, winning the category for her cinematic work on the feature film Sinners.
Anna Cathcart from XO, Kitty and Charithra Chandran from Bridgerton and One Piece attended the 98th Academy Awards, showcasing next-generation style on the red carpet.
The ceremony marked historic milestones including the first-ever Best Original Song win for a K-pop track and groundbreaking diversity achievements within the Best Cinematography category.
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