Leonardo DiCaprio’s Reaction Left This KPop Demon Hunters Star Feeling Nervous at the BAFTAs
KPop Demon Hunters singer Ejae has enjoyed a huge year, but one moment at the 2026 BAFTAs is still stuck in her mind. The talented performer recently shared how a brief moment with Leonardo DiCaprio during her live performance made her feel nervous and led to a few mistakes on stage.
The singer opened up about the experience in a new interview, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at what it feels like to perform in front of some of the biggest stars in the world.
A Big Night That Came With Big Pressure
Performing at the BAFTAs was a dream come true for Ejae. The singer, who provided the singing voice for Rumi in KPop Demon Hunters, took the stage to perform the hit song “Golden.”
While it was an exciting moment, it was also one of the most stressful performances of her career. The audience was filled with famous actors, musicians, and industry leaders, making the event feel even more intimidating.
Ejae later admitted that the pressure of performing in front of so many celebrities made her extremely nervous from the start.
The Leonardo DiCaprio Moment She Can’t Forget
During her interview with The Times, Ejae revealed that one particular audience member caught her attention while she was singing.
That person was Leonardo DiCaprio.
According to Ejae, she looked up during a difficult part of the song and made eye contact with the Oscar-winning actor. The moment instantly distracted her.
She said that DiCaprio was sitting right in front of her and was not smiling. Seeing him at such a critical moment made her lose focus.
Even though the interaction lasted only a short time, it had a lasting effect on her performance.
A Challenging Note Made Even Harder
Ejae explained that the unexpected eye contact happened while she was singing one of the song’s highest notes.
The note comes during the lyrics “born to be,” which is considered one of the most difficult parts of “Golden.”
Because she was already nervous, seeing DiCaprio in the audience made things even tougher. She said the moment threw her off and caused her to make mistakes during the performance.
Looking back, she remembers cracking slightly on some of the high notes and wishes the performance had gone more smoothly.
Why the BAFTAs Still Stay on Her Mind
Many performers move on quickly after a live show, but Ejae admitted that the BAFTAs performance still bothers her.
She said the event continues to “haunt” her because she knows she did not perform exactly the way she wanted.
Like many artists, she pays close attention to her own work and remembers the small details that audiences may not even notice.
Although fans enjoyed the performance, Ejae still thinks about the moments where she felt she could have done better.
A More Comfortable Experience at the Brit Awards
Just one week after the BAFTAs, Ejae had another major performance at the Brit Awards.
This time, the experience felt very different.
Instead of focusing on celebrities in the audience, she was surrounded by fans who were excited to see her perform. Their support helped her relax and enjoy the moment.
Ejae said hearing children cheer her on and tell her, “Rumi, you got this!” gave her confidence before taking the stage.
The positive energy from fans helped her feel much more comfortable than she had at the BAFTAs.
Finding Out Beyoncé Knew “Golden”
The surprises did not stop there.
Ejae said she was shocked to learn that Beyoncé was already familiar with “Golden.”
Wanting to be sure, she asked if Beyoncé knew the song. The superstar replied that her daughters sing it.
That answer left Ejae amazed.
She also found it special that Beyoncé’s daughter shares the name Rumi, the same name as the main character Ejae voices in KPop Demon Hunters.
The conversation became one of the highlights of her year and gave her even more confidence in her work.
Realizing She Is a Role Model for Young Fans
Beyond awards and celebrity encounters, Ejae said one fan interaction helped her understand her growing influence.
At a fan signing event, a Korean mother told her that her daughter used to look up to a famous non-Asian pop star. After watching KPop Demon Hunters, that changed.
The girl now saw Ejae as her favorite singer and role model.
The comment had a powerful impact on the performer. It made her realize that young fans are paying attention to what she does and seeing themselves reflected in her success.
Growing up, Ejae said she did not see many Asian singers becoming major stars in Western entertainment. Today, she is helping change that for a new generation.
As KPop Demon Hunters continues to reach audiences around the world, Ejae’s journey is becoming about more than music. For many young fans, she represents new possibilities and new dreams.
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