‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ Slays Netflix Charts with K-Pop Flair
Netflix’s K-Pop: Demon Hunters, released June 20, 2025, is taking the world by storm, topping FlixPatrol charts in 31 countries. Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans for Sony Pictures Animation, this musical fantasy blends K-pop stardom with demon-slaying action, delivering a vibrant love letter to Korean culture.
The story follows Huntr/x, a fictional K-pop girl group—Lumi (Arden Cho), Mira (Mae Hong), and Joi (Eugene Lee Yang)—who double as demon hunters under the guidance of ex-idol Celine (Yunjin Kim). They battle Saja Boys, a rival boy band led by the demonic king Gwima (Byung-hun Lee) and his protege Jinwoo (Hyoseop Ahn). Lumi’s discovery of her half-demon heritage drives a narrative of identity and teamwork, woven with Korean shamanism and K-pop flair.
The soundtrack, featuring TWICE’s Jihyo, Jeongyeon, and Chaeyoung on “Takedown,” alongside tracks like Saja Boys’ “Soda Pop,” channels BTS and BLACKPINK vibes, crafted by producers like Teddy of The Black Label. Critics rave: Rotten Tomatoes scores it 94% fresh, with IGN praising its “perfect balance of humor and heart.”
From Namsan Tower to shamanic rituals, the film’s authentic Korean elements resonate globally, making it a cultural milestone. K-Pop: Demon Hunters proves K-pop’s universal appeal, cementing its place as 2025’s must-watch animated hit.
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