It’s been months since “K-pop Demon Hunter” hit our screens earlier this year, yet the hype shows no signs of dying down. The film has shattered multiple records, including becoming the most-watched film on Netflix of all time, while its now-platinum soundtrack continues to dominate the top of the music charts.
Fans, including the cast members themselves, have expressed hopes for a continuation of the story, whether in the form of another film or a series. However, that ultimately depends on the directors and studios. It seems all that manifesting has paid off, as new reports now suggest that a sequel is currently in the works. Here’s what we know so far:
Since the film’s release, directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans have revealed several behind-the-scenes secrets about the making of “K-pop Demon Hunters”. They even discussed story ideas that didn’t make it into the final cut but hoped to explore in the future if given the opportunity for a sequel. The artists who worked on the project have also shared concept art and scrapped ideas, giving fans a glimpse of what was, or could have been.
It now seems we might actually get to see some of these unused materials realised. Bloomberg, Variety, and Deadline were among the first publications to report that a “K-pop Demon Hunters” sequel has received the green light. According to these reports, the filmmakers have struck a “Golden” deal with Sony and Netflix and are currently in advanced talks to develop the next instalment. However, it remains unclear whether the sequel will be released in cinemas or exclusively on the streaming platform again.
As for the release date, reports suggest that we’ll be seeing the girls of HUNTR/X (and maybe the Saja Boys) return in 2029. Not at all surprising, as animation does take years to complete. Still, fans are more than willing to wait for a good story, as long as they receive occasional updates, of course. Wouldn’t want them to start doubting the project just yet. That said, both Netflix and Sony have yet to comment on the news, and directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans have also remained tight-lipped for now.
Until we hear the confirmation from the filmmakers and studios themselves, we’ll just have to wait a little longer and keep manifesting. Seeing how the film became a global phenomenon virtually overnight, it would definitely be a waste not to take this opportunity to make this go bigger and better.
Sources: Bloomberg, Deadline, Variety
