The Future of 'KPop Demon Hunters' Sequel Confirmed
After months of anticipation, Netflix has announced that the streamer’s biggest movie ever, KPop Demon Hunters, will receive a sequel. However, fans will need to wait as the new installment is not expected to arrive until 2029.
Record-Breaking Success
The animated musical, a collaboration between Sony and Netflix, dominated streaming charts since its release in June, amassing 325 million views and becoming Netflix’s most-watched movie to date. Despite Netflix’s usual strategy against theatrical releases, KPop Demon Hunters had a successful run in cinemas, earning $24.4 million USD through both a traditional screening and a "sing-along" version.
Audio and Merchandise Triumph
The film’s soundtrack also achieved major success, with the album hitting #1 on the Billboard charts alongside the single "Golden."
- Merchandising deals secured with Hasbro and Mattel
- Upcoming toy lines featuring dolls and action figures
About the Film
The story revolves around the Korean pop group HUNTR/X, composed of three members:
- Rumi (spoken by Arden Cho, sung by Ejae)
- Mira (spoken by May Hong, sung by Audrey Nuna)
- Zoey (spoken by Ji-young Yoo, sung by Rei Ami)
“Sony and Netflix have come to an agreement on a sequel, which is no surprise after the film’s massive success this summer.”
Author’s summary: The sequel for Netflix’s hit animated musical KPop Demon Hunters is confirmed, with strong viewership, soundtrack success, and merchandise deals paving the way for its 2029 release.