K-Pop Meets Hollywood: 'KPop Demon Hunters' Domination!

'KPop Demon Hunters,' an animated film, blends K-Pop and demon hunting. The film's soundtrack tops global charts, influenced by K-Pop artists and American hip-hop stars. Released on Netflix, the movie leads in popularity and is backed by plans for a sequel. Performers will debut live on 'The Tonight Show.'

Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-10-2025 19:28 IST | Created: 03-10-2025 19:28 IST

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'KPop Demon Hunters' has taken both the music and movie industries by storm, effortlessly blending the world of K-Pop with anime-inspired storytelling. The film, released on Netflix and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, features vocalists like EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna who cite K-Pop and Black American hip-hop as key influences.

The film's soundtrack has led the charts this summer, with songs such as 'Golden' reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. With over three billion global streams and peaking on Netflix, 'KPop Demon Hunters' is now the streaming giant's most popular English-language film.

Audiences eagerly await the trio's first live performance of 'Golden' on 'The Tonight Show' on October 7. As the film's success continues, directors Kang and Appelhans hint at a potential sequel and express their appreciation for the Oscar and Grammy buzz surrounding the film.

(With inputs from agencies.)