BTS Jungkook Shares Emotional Response to "K-pop Demon Hunters" in Live Broadcast
On July 14, 2025, BTS’s Jungkook moved fans during a Weverse live broadcast from Los Angeles, where he shared heartfelt reactions to the Netflix animation "K-pop Demon Hunters." The film, featuring a K-pop girl group fighting spirits rooted in Korean folklore, resonated deeply with Jungkook, who teared up discussing the climactic scene where protagonist Jinu sacrifices herself for Rumi. He remarked, “Why does she have to sacrifice alone? They could fight together,” captivating fans with his emotional sincerity.
Jungkook sang snippets of the film’s soundtrack, including Saja Boys’ "Soda Pop" and Huntr/x’s "Takedown," and expressed admiration for the film’s blend of K-pop and Korean culture, calling it “a brilliant way to share our heritage.” The two-hour broadcast, which included 40 songs, drew 10.9 million viewers, amplifying its global reach. Netflix updated its X bio to “Jungkook watched K-pop Demon Hunters,” highlighting the moment.
The animation, released on June 20, 2025, has earned global acclaim, with its soundtrack hitting No. 8 on the Billboard 200. Fans flooded X with praise for Jungkook’s heartfelt engagement, noting his singing of "Soda Pop" as a highlight. This broadcast, Jungkook’s first solo Weverse live post-military service, strengthened his bond with fans ahead of BTS’s 2026 comeback.
Photo resource : BIGHIT MUSIC, Netflix KPop Demon Hunters
