KPop Demon Hunters Songwriter Says the Film Would Be an ‘Amazing’ Stage Musical

Playbill•January 5, 2026•entertainment

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"Golden" from the movie musical KPop Demon Hunters has become a viral hit of the 2020s, earning a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year and winning the Critics Choice Award for Best Song, similar to iconic musical songs like "Let It Go."
Mark Sonnenblick, a musical theatre songwriter, was part of an extensive team creating songs that function both as compelling pop hits and integral story elements, reflecting the characters' identities as global pop stars and demon hunters.
The film’s soundtrack includes a variety of songs crafted to serve narrative purposes, such as the opening number "How It’s Done," the character-defining "Jinu’s Lament," and the emotionally pivotal "Golden," which balances vulnerability and strength in the protagonist