22-05-2025
K-Pop stars turn Demon slayers in Netflix's new animated film
Netflix has unveiled a teaser for its upcoming animated feature KPop Demon Hunters, offering fans a first look at the adventurous double lives of fictional K-pop stars. The brief clip was shared on Wednesday via Netflix Geeked on X (formerly Twitter), with the full trailer set to drop on the teaser, viewers get a playful glimpse into the lives of the lead trio — Rumi (voiced by Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo) — as they attempt to unwind on their couch. Their moment of relaxation is interrupted when Rumi, donning her demon-hunting outfit, reminds them (and viewers) that the trailer is on its K-pop idols don't just dominate the music charts; they also moonlight as protectors of their fans, battling dark forces threatening the world. According to the official synopsis, 'When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they're using their secret identities as demon hunters to protect their fans from ever-present supernatural danger.'
According to the film promises a unique twist on the traditional battle of the bands. The girls' biggest challenge comes in the form of a rival boy band—one with a dangerous secret. These seemingly dreamy performers are, in fact, demons in disguise, setting the stage for a showdown that mixes music, magic, and Cho, Hong, and Yoo, the voice cast also includes Korean actor Ahn Hyo-seop, portraying a member of the rival demonic group. The film is co-directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, with a screenplay penned by Danya Jimenez, Hannah McMechan, and the directors Demon Hunters is scheduled for global release on Netflix on June 20, promising a blend of high-energy pop culture, dynamic animation, and supernatural thrills that aim to captivate both K-pop enthusiasts and animation lovers READ:Billie Eilish Tour 2025: New dates, Austin concerts, and ticket info
