The wait is over for fans of “KPop Demon Hunters” – Netflix has confirmed a sequel to its most-streamed film.
The sequel will be directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, marking their first project under Netflix’s exclusive multiyear animation writing and directing partnership.
In the announcement, Kang expressed her excitement about returning to the story.
“I feel immense pride as a Korean filmmaker that the audience wants more from this Korean story and our Korean characters,” Kang said.
“There’s so much more to this world we have built, and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning.”
Meanwhile, Appelhans noted the creative possibilities ahead, saying that in this film’s new chapter, they will continue to push boundaries of how music, animation, and story can come together.
Produced in partnership with Sony Pictures Animation, “Kpop Demon Hunters” follows the story of HUNTR/X, a K-pop girl group made up of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey.
By day, they dazzle fans as idols; by night, they fight to protect their fans from supernatural threats.
Their greatest challenge comes in the form of Saja Boys, a rival boy band hiding a dangerous secret — they are demons in disguise.
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KPop Demon Hunters’ global success
“KPop Demon Hunters” was a massive success, amassing millions of streams since its June 2025 release and earning top honors, including Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song (“Golden”) at both the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards.
Aside from topping the Billboard Hot 100 for weeks, the soundtrack’s hit track “Golden” also made history as the first K‑pop song to win a Grammy Award, taking home Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 68th Grammy Awards.
Currently, “Kpop Demon Hunters” is nominated for two Oscars — Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden,” continuing its strong awards‑season run.
According to reports, EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami, the voices behind the film’s main trio, are set to perform the lead track at the ceremony.
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