The Future of "KPop Demon Hunters" Confirmed After Netflix Success
After months of anticipation, Netflix has finally announced that the streaming giant's biggest movie to date, KPop Demon Hunters, will receive a sequel. The popular animated musical by Sony and Netflix captivated audiences and shattered streaming records upon its release.
Sequel Release and Production Details
The sequel to KPop Demon Hunters is confirmed but is not expected to arrive on Netflix until 2029. This agreement between Sony, the producer, and Netflix, the distributor, comes following the impressive success of the original film, which debuted in June.
Record-Breaking Success
- The film has amassed 325 million views on Netflix, becoming the platform's most-watched movie ever.
- It also had a theatrical run, unusual for Netflix originals, earning $24.4 million USD through both conventional and "sing-along" showings.
- The soundtrack has risen to prominence, with the album topping the Billboard charts and the single "Golden" reaching #1.
Merchandising and Expansion
The film's popularity is expanding beyond the screen, with merchandising deals secured with Hasbro and Mattel to produce doll and action figure lines based on the characters.
About the Film
KPop Demon Hunters follows the Korean pop group HUNTR/X, consisting of:
- Rumi (voice: Arden Cho, singing: Ejae)
- Mira (voice: May Hong, singing: Audrey Nuna)
- Zoey (voice: Ji-young Yoo, singing: Rei Ami)
"Since its release in June, the film has accrued 325 million views, making it the most-viewed movie in Netflix history."
"Its soundtrack album hit #1 on the Billboard charts, as did the single 'Golden.'"
The successful collaboration between Sony and Netflix ensures that fans can look forward to the next chapter in the HUNTR/X story, even though it will take time before the sequel arrives.
Author's summary: KPop Demon Hunters became Netflix’s most-watched film ever, leading to a sequel planned for 2029, with expanding success in theaters, charts, and merchandise.
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