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Oscars Performers Include Trio Behind HUNTR/X, Misty Copeland, Josh Groban and Raphael Saadiq
Performances highlight two leading original song nominees, blending traditional Korean elements and a record-breaking film tribute, showcasing global and cinematic musical storytelling.
- On Sunday, March 15, 2026, the 98th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood will feature two onstage musical performances spotlighting KPop Demon Hunters and Sinners, airing live on ABC and streaming on Hulu at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
- Executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan said the musical performances are inspired by Sinners, the most‑nominated film in Oscars history, and KPop Demon Hunters, a global pop culture sensation.
- EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami will perform 'Golden' while Miles Caton and Raphael Saadiq perform 'I Lied to You', with Korean instrumentalists and dance for KPop Demon Hunters.
- The telecast will reach more than 200 territories worldwide, and producers said these will be this year's only nominated songs performed live with more talent announced ahead.
- The lineup's scale is evident in Josh Groban and the Los Angeles Master Chorale joining, with producers saying the staged tributes translate film music into cinematic moments.
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Oscars performers include trio behind HUNTR/X, Misty Copeland, Josh Groban and Raphael Saadiq
Oscars producers are revealing more details about the starry performances set for the show. On Tuesday they revealed Josh Groban will make an appearance during the March 15 telecast. The show will feature two major performances of Oscar nominated songs,…
Oscars: 'KPop Demon Hunters' and 'Sinners' Music Talent to Perform Live on Telecast
The singers of two Best Original Song Oscar nominees will perform live on the March 15 telecast, the Academy announced on Tuesday. “This year, our music performances are inspired by two of the most powerful cultural phenomena in film: ‘Sinners,’ the most nominated film in Oscars history, and ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ a global pop culture sensation,” said the Oscars’ showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan. “These show moments are mo…
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