The animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” (“K-pop Warriors”) It won over children and adults around the world with the story of three girls who form a K-pop band and secretly fight demons.
There is good news for fans of “KPop Demon Hunters” (“K-pop Warriors”, in Portuguese). The animated film, which premiered last summer in will have a sequel, which is already in development, the streaming platform confirmed this Thursday, in
The film will again be directed by Maggie Kang e Chris Appelhans. The Korean filmmaker expresses her “pride” for the audience’s connection with the story and characters, stating that there is much more to explore in this created universe. Chris Appelhans says that the characters became a “family” to the team, and who are excited to continue developing the story.
Neither the creators nor Netflix have come forward with a official premiere datealthough, according to the international press, the possibility of it being in 2029 was initially suggested. However, this prediction is now considered unlikelydue to the extensive work required by a production of this size.
The characters Rumi, Mira and Zoey form the HUNTR/Xa K-pop girl band with a double life. When they’re not shining on stage, they assume secret identities and use their powers as demon hunterswith the mission of protect your fans from a supernatural threat that gives no respite.
Released on June 20th last year, “KPop Demon Hunters” Overcame linguistic and cultural barriers and conquered both kids and adults. The global success of the animated film made it the most watched in streaming in 2025, reaching the status of most watched film of all time on Netflix.
The combination of argument with songs won over the public and made several songs from the soundtrack reach the Top 10 and for several weeks.
The film is nominated in two categories at the Oscars: “Best Animated Feature Film” e “Best Original Song”with the theme “Golden”. The song will be performed live at the 98th Oscar ceremony, which will take place next Sunday, the 15th of this month.
Since its debut, “KPop Demon Hunters” raised numerous awards at renowned film industry events, including “Best Film – Animation”, and “Best Original Song” with “Golden” nos Golden Globesas well as “Best Animated Film” and “Best Song” in the Critics’ Choice Awards.
