Welsh singer Katherine Jenkins has reimagined “Golden,” the viral hit from Netflix’s animated film KPop Demon Hunters, as a classical aria, and even tackled a few lines in Korean. The song,which became a streaming sensation in 2025,is now getting a distinctly operatic treatment.
A K-Pop Sensation Gets a Classical Makeover
Jenkins’ rendition brings a new dimension to the breakout song from the year’s most-watched Netflix original.
Reuters- KPop Demon Hunters, released in 2025, quickly became Netflix’s most-watched original movie.
- The song “Golden,” performed by the virtual girl group HUNTR/X, fueled the film’s popularity.
- Katherine Jenkins was drawn to the song’s empowering message and its potential for a classical arrangement.
- Jenkins learned some Korean to accurately perform the song, and her daughter Aaliyah contributed vocals to the recording.
Jenkins, known for her performances of operas, hymns, and national anthems, explained she felt “Golden” “could make a realy lovely aria.” She shared her thoughts on BBC Radio wales, noting the song’s positive message deeply resonated with her.
Jenkins also expressed her fondness for the Christmas season, recalling her childhood experiences with choral singing in Neath. “It’s just the best time of year, so we’re really excited at home, as always,” she said.
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