Netflix and Sony Pictures Confirm Release of “KPop Demon Hunters” Sequel in 2029

Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially confirmed the production of a sequel to the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.” The sequel is scheduled for release in 2029, though this date may change depending on the film’s production timeline and animation progress. Netflix and Sony have finalized contracts with directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans for the project. Contracts for the cast members are currently being negotiated. The planned release date appears realistic given the long production cycles typical of animated films, as seen with “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (2023), which came out five years after “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (2018). EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna, who voiced the members of HUNTR/X, remain active in their careers. The three performed together on “The Tonight Show” on October 7 under the name “Golden” and are set to participate in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. They also plan to hold their first regular concert at the KIIS-FM Jingle Ball at the Los Angeles Intuit Dome on December 5. In addition, EJAE released a new song titled “In Another World” and signed a contract with agency WME. The film’s soundtrack was considered for Grammy Award nomination, with three tracks from it—“Golden,” “Your Idol,” and “Soda Pop”—frequently appearing on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Despite Netflix’s policy against theatrical releases, the film was shown in theaters in singalong versions in August and October. It earned approximately $18 million to $17 million at the box office during its first theatrical showing in August, and it generated around $5 million to $6 million in revenue over the Halloween weekend in October. Meanwhile, the success of the film has led to new K-pop projects. Arden Cho, who voiced the Leader of HUNTR/X, is set to appear in director Lynn Q. Yu’s K-pop thriller “Perfect Girl,” alongside another star from “KPop Demon Hunters,” May Hong. Other K-pop celebrities such as Nancy (formerly of MOMOLAND), Chaerin of Cherry Bullet, solo artist Somi, and Siyoon of Billlie have also been cast in the film.