Huntrix aren’t throwing in the towel, just taking a breather. Apparently, their demonic escapades are shelved for now, but fear not—the trendy ghostbusters will be baaaaack.
What happened
Netflix and Sony have sealed the deal for a sequel to the wildly binge-worthy “KPop Demon Hunters.” This comes after whispers over the summer about negotiations between the streaming titan and tech giant. Unsurprisingly, the animated musical has soared to unprecedented heights, outstripping even the infamous “Squid Game” with a whopping 325 million views, as Bloomberg reports. Its viral success has led Netflix to roll out two theatrical sing-along releases, with box office wins that left execs counting the cash.
The cultural juggernaut
“KPop Demon Hunters” has spent an enviable 20 weeks clinging to the top of Netflix’s charts. Tracks like “Golden” and “Soda Pop” have lodged themselves in the Billboard Hot 100, kicking some serious sonic butt. The show even managed to sweet-talk Netflix into taking a daring shot at theatrical releases, raking in millions at the box office. The movie’s animated charm, with goofy comedians and martial arts showdowns, seems perfectly tailored for the genre’s boundless potential.
Looking ahead
While it may seem far-fetched now, the hype tidal wave could eventually recede enough to resurrect interest in the new installment. Talks of a possible 2029 release float around, though that’s a fantasy-filled guess. Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are clear: the characters wouldn’t vibe in a live-action world. As Appelhans quipped, the joy of animation is cranking the combo dial to eleven—think high kicks while free-falling through the sky.
So, as fans await the next chapter, the original “KPop Demon Hunters” isn’t going anywhere. Grab your popcorn, the ghosts are just taking intermission.
