K-pop Demon Hunters sequel could explore main characters’ backstories

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22 Aug 2025 • 7:37 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • K-Pop Demon Hunters co-director Maggie Kang has indicated that a potential sequel would delve into the origin stories of the film's three female protagonists.
  • Kang explained that these backstories were omitted from the initial 85-minute film due to time constraints, as the focus was primarily on Rumi's narrative.
  • Voice actors Arden Cho and Ahn Hyo Seop have expressed keen interest in reprising their roles for a follow-up, particularly to explore the fate of Ahn's character, Jinu.
  • Despite not being officially greenlit by Netflix, a sequel appears probable given the film's strong critical and audience ratings on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • The film has achieved significant commercial success, becoming Netflix's most-watched animated film and its fourth most-watched film overall, with its song "Golden" topping both US and UK music charts.

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