KPOP DEMON HUNTERS Producer Leaks Story From Upcoming Sequel!

Kapanlagi.com - The animated film KPOP DEMON HUNTERS has been a huge success and is even referred to as the most successful Netflix film of all time. But even though the hype is still high, fans must be patient because the sequel is reportedly not ready until at least 2029. Although the schedule is still far off, discussions about the continuation of Huntrix's story have already started to heat up.

In an interview at the Producers Guild Awards, producer Michelle Wong provided a little hint about the focus of the story in the second film. She mentioned the desire to delve deeper into the backgrounds of Mira and Zoey, while also opening up the possibility for further exploration of the mysterious character Derpy. This statement has made fans even more curious because there are still many aspects of the characters that were untouched in the first film.

Additionally, the creative team is also aware that expectations for the sequel are very high. With the global success of the first film, the continuation of Rumi and friends' story is clearly not a trivial project. So what might be present in the second film? Let's discuss it slowly.

1. Mira, Zoey, and the Mystery of Derpy

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS sequel reveals the past of the protagonists (credit: IMDB)

In the first film, the main focus of the story is indeed on Rumi and the conflict of her lineage. Meanwhile, Mira and Zoey play more of a balancing role as solid partners in the Huntrix team. Now, in the sequel, these two characters are reportedly going to have a much deeper story arc.

Michelle Wong openly stated that she wants to explore the origins of Mira and Zoey, including their family backgrounds and pasts before becoming demon-hunting idols. Additionally, the character Derpy, a blue demon tiger who appears several times, is also mentioned to have great potential for development. Her relationship with Sussie could also become a new emotional highlight in the second film.

2. The Animation Process Takes a Long Time

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS likely to be released in 2029 (credit: IMDB)

The writer and director of the film, Maggie Chang, also hinted about the continuation of this project. She acknowledged that in an industry that loves sequels, continuing the story is not surprising. But there is one thing that will definitely make fans need to be patient: the animation process indeed takes a long time.

Chang mentioned that although the journey of this film's awards feels exciting, she can't wait to get back into the creative process for the next film. However, large-scale animation production clearly cannot be instantaneous. So if the sequel is indeed released in 2029, it’s not without reason; quality remains the top priority.

3. Netflix Records & Oscar Ambitions

Can the KPOP DEMON HUNTERS sequel follow in the footsteps of its predecessor? (credit: IMDB)

In addition to being the most-watched film on Netflix, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS is also in the running for prestigious awards. The film is nominated for Best Original Song and Best Animated Feature at the 98th Academy Awards held on March 15.

What makes it even more hype is that the voice actors of Huntrix are scheduled to perform live, singing the song Golden on the Oscar stage. With such a significant momentum, it’s no surprise that expectations for its sequel have also skyrocketed. Now, only one big question remains: when Huntrix returns, will they be able to surpass the success of the first film?

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