India, Aug. 24 -- No stranger to playing the nonchalant rebel with a cause, Ahn Hyo Seop raises the bar yet again as the voice of Jinu-the enigmatic leader of the demonic boy band Saja Boys, in Netflix's mega hit K-Pop Demon Hunters.

The animated musical has not only smashed viewing records, becoming the biggest hit of the summer, but is already being tipped as a contender for Oscar gold. Its soundtrack, especially the songs Golden and My Idol, has also been climbing charts worldwide.

"The phenomenal response has been overwhelming," says Ahn Hyo Seop in an exclusive chat.

He adds, "I've always approached work by giving my best rather than picturing how it might turn out or how people might respond. I honestly didn't expect this much lo...