Netflix Confirms Sequel to Animated Hit KPop Demon Hunters with Returning Directors

Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially confirmed a sequel to the globally successful animated film KPop Demon Hunters, which debuted in 2025. Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans will return under a new multi-year deal with Netflix to continue the story of the K-pop girl group Huntrix, who secretly battle demons using their music. The original film, blending K-pop, fantasy, and action, became Netflix's most-watched movie with over 500 million views and earned multiple awards, including Golden Globes and Grammy wins, alongside two Oscar nominations. While plot details and release dates remain undisclosed, the creators express enthusiasm about expanding the film’s universe and characters.