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Express Tribune
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
‘KPop Demon Hunters' Huntrix and Saja Boys beat BTS and Blackpink to take top spots on US music charts
Songs from Netflix's animated film KPop Demon Hunters have topped the US music charts, overtaking leading K-pop groups BTS and Blackpink. The film has become the most-streamed movie on Netflix globally, reaching over 33 million views within two weeks. The track 'Your Idol' by fictional boy band Saja Boys topped the US Spotify chart on Friday, making it the highest-charting male K-pop group in US Spotify history, surpassing BTS. Meanwhile, Golden by fictional girl group Huntr/x reached number two on the same chart, exceeding Blackpink's previous record for a female K-pop group. The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack entered the top 10 of the US Billboard 200, marking the highest debut for a soundtrack this year. 'Golden' has been released as an official single by Republic Records, with Netflix submitting it for awards consideration. Huntr/x follows the story of band members Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, who protect fans from supernatural dangers while performing. Their rivals, Saja Boys, are demons in disguise sent by demon king Gwi-ma to steal the souls of Huntr/x's supporters. Produced by Sony Pictures Animation and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the film includes music from top producers such as Teddy Park, who has worked with Blackpink, and BTS collaborator Lindgren. The success of KPop Demon Hunters comes as BTS prepares for a comeback, announcing plans to work on new music in the US, with a new album and tour planned for next year. Meanwhile, Blackpink is set to begin its first all-stadium world tour on July 5, unveiling a new song at the start of their Deadline World Tour.
The Star
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
How 'K-pop Demon Hunters' made Saja Boys' soul-stealing 'Your Idol' performance
With traditional gat, glowing eyes and a lethal dose of K-pop attitude, the performance of Saja Boys' soul-stealing Your Idol in Netflix's breakout hit K-pop Demon Hunters is the moment that keeps both hypnotised audiences and viewers obsessed, just like the lyrics say. From the candy-colored energy of Soda Pop to a dramatic turn into sleek, jet-black silhouettes, the fictional boy band's transformation reveals their true selves in full demon form. The villain anthem's music video has racked up 11.8 million views on YouTube as of Friday, and the soundtrack currently sits at No. 77 on the Billboard Hot 100, with the film's fictional girl group Huntrix's Golden following at No. 81 as of Tuesday. The fictional K-pop boy group is made up of 'jeoseung saja,' or Korean grim reapers. Director Maggie Kang, who co-directed the film with Chris Appelhans, says the vision for that mesmerising scene was there from the very beginning. The idea of a K-pop boy group made up of 'jeoseung saja,' or Korean grim reapers, was one of the earliest concepts in development. 'It was the first idea that came to mind when the concept of demons came together with K-pop,' Kang told The Korea Herald on Thursday. 'The jeoseung saja look – the black gat with all-black attire – felt like a very iconic image (but) we haven't seen in animation. So it was definitely something I wanted to feature in the movie. And of course, these guys would be the villains. There was no question.' And because Jinu – the leader of the Saja Boys and the film's main male character – is 400 years old, Kang said she wanted the Your Idol performance to have a more traditional look. the 'Your Idol' performance a far cry from the earlier candy-coloured 'Soda Pop'. 'This is also the moment where the Saja Boys reveal their true selves. There is no more hiding their true nature or their true image, so they are in their demon form,' said Kang. 'We took this idea and modernised it, but the look is generally quite traditional. That was our inspiration.' Creating the performance was not just about historical nods; it also had to be a full-fledged K-pop spectacle. And like a concert director staging a comeback show, Kang carefully shaped the visual flow. The colour palette, in particular, tells its own story. 'This is the moment the Saja Boys are luring the audience to the underworld, so we leaned heavily into the demon color, which we establish in the movie as this vibrant magenta,' said Kang. The deomon king Gwi-Ma is voiced by Lee Byung-Hun The performance begins with more blues and greens, the colors of the demon world where we first meet Jinu at the beginning of the movie. Then comes the visual crescendo: stark silhouettes in black set against a red-hot backdrop, and finally, purple flames of Gwima, the demon king who thrives on the souls of humans, appear as a visual effect. 'For the last stage that starts with Baby Saja's rap, we start to really push the magenta because this is when Gwima bursts into our world and is taking over.' Kang said it was important that every moment carry both narrative weight and concert-level flair. '(Story-wise,) this is also a concert, so at every stage we pushed everything to look very K-pop and have the spectacle of a real concert or music video,' she said. 'Everything had to serve the story of the moment first, but it also needed to have the cool, fashion editorial feel. It was all very challenging to do, but worth the effort, and I believe we pulled it off.' K-pop Demon Hunters is about a trio of K-pop stars who moonlight as demon hunters at the same time. In the two weeks following its release on June 20, the film has made waves. Its soundtrack and music videos have climbed the charts, K-pop idols have uploaded song covers and dance challenges featuring Huntrix and the Saja Boys' choreography, and related merchandise is flying off the shelves. For director Kang, the response has been both overwhelming and deeply meaningful, especially from Korean audiences. 'I worried a lot about what Koreans would think about this movie, if I was representing our culture correctly, whether I was the right person to make this kind of movie. So to see all this love for the film … I couldn't be more thankful,' she said. 'It's been great to see people who are not fans of K-pop, or don't know anything about it, become fans of the film. It really goes to show you that if you put passion and love into something, it can appeal to a bigger audience.' – Hwang Dong-hee/The Korea Herald/Asia News Network
Korea Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Saja Boys top Spotify US chart with 'Your Idol'
Soundtracks of 'K-pop Demon Hunters' rises on global charts Saja Boys, a fictional boy band from Netflix's K-pop animation 'K-pop Demon Hunters,' has topped the US Spotify chart. According to Spotify on Saturday, 'Your Idol,' performed by Saja Boys for the film's original soundtrack, reached No. 1 on the platform's Daily Top Songs chart in the US. Only three K-pop tracks have previously reached the top spot on Spotify's US chart: BTS Jungkook's 'Seven,' BTS Jimin's 'Who,' and Blackpink Rose's 'APT.' Other tracks from 'K-pop Demon Hunters' are also climbing the US Spotify charts, with 'Golden' landing at No. 2, 'How It's Done' at No. 8, and 'Soda Pop' at No. 10. On Spotify's Global Top 50 chart, 'Golden' ranked at No. 3, while 'Your Idol' placed at No. 7 as of 2:45 p.m. Korean time. Five other tracks from the album also entered the Global Top 50. The 'K-pop Demon Hunters' soundtrack album also entered the Billboard 200 at No. 8, while tracks including 'Your Idol' and 'Golden' have charted on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100. The film follows a popular girl group, Huntr/x, as they fight to protect the human world from demons while competing with Saja Boys, a boy band born in the demon realm, with both groups gradually revealing their true identities. In the soundtrack, 'Your Idol' and 'Soda Pop' are performed by Saja Boys, while 'Golden' and 'How It's Done' are Hunt/ix's tracks. The OST features a strong K-pop flavor, backed by an impressive lineup of producers who have shaped the global K-pop scene. Kush and Vince from The Black Label, led by star producer Teddy, known for his work with Big Bang and Blackpink, participated in the album.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
KPop Demon Hunters' Fictional Group Saja Boys Beats BTS record, ARMY is not happy
KPop Demon Hunters is one of the most loved animated films of recent times. While it was expected for the film to perform decently, what was unexpected was the popularity of the fictional boy band. The Saja Boys, who made an appearance in the Netflix film, created history by climbing up to the second position on Spotify with their track from the film, Your Idol. With the achievement, the fictional boy band managed to dethrone BTS, whose Dynamite track debuted at the 3rd position in 2020. As for the soundtrack of KPop Demon Hunters, it stands at no. 8 on the Billboard charts and is only expected to rise from here. How have the BTS fans reacted to Saja Boys overtaking the Korean boy band? The fans of BTS are not too thrilled by the fictional group overtaking their favorites. However, the musicians of the band have been enjoying the music of Saja Boys and loving the animated movie. The Member RM was heard crooning to the lyrics of Soda Pop by the latter band during a live stream. For those wondering if there are real singers behind the fictional boy band, the voice of the Saja Boys is lent by Ahn Hyo-seop, Joel Kim Booster, Alan Lee, and SungWon Cho, and joining them are Andrew Choi, Samuil Lee, Kevin Woo, Neckwav, and Danny Chung. Meanwhile, the big irony is that in KPop Demon Hunters, the Saja Boys are secretly demons who release their protective powers as they rise on the charts. As for the other group, HUNTR/X, they need the support from their fans to keep their protective shields on and save themselves from the demon energies. As for the film, KPop Demon Hunters has gained exceptional viewership on the streaming platform, and the makers are gearing up to submit the film to the Grammys and Oscars for the storyline, VFX, and music. KPop Demon Hunters is available to stream on Netflix.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS' Massive Record Broken By Netflix's Fictional K-Pop Group Saja Boys
Last Updated: This surpasses BTS' chart-topping hit Dynamite, which peaked at No. 3 in 2020, a major feat considering Saja Boys don't even exist outside the animated universe of the film. Netflix's animated hit K-Pop Demon Hunters is not just slaying demons but also slaying records. The fictional K-Pop group Saja Boys, featured in the film, has officially broken a record previously held by global K-Pop icons BTS, making waves across charts and fandoms. Their track Your Idol has soared to No. 2 on the US Spotify chart, making it the highest-charting K-Pop boy band song in US Spotify history. This surpasses BTS' chart-topping hit Dynamite, which peaked at No. 3 in 2020 — a major feat considering Saja Boys don't even exist outside the animated universe of the film. The buzz began as soon as the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack dropped, debuting at No. 8 on the Billboard charts — and climbing steadily. Fans of the film have fallen hard for the fictional group's catchy tunes and stunning visuals. In an unexpected twist, even BTS' RM was seen singing the group's peppy number Soda Pop on a livestream, signalling approval from the kings themselves. In the film, Saja Boys are secretly demons whose rise in popularity saps the magical powers protecting Earth — a plot twist that ironically mirrors their rise in the real world. But fear not: fictional rivals HUNTR/X, who serve as the protectors in the storyline, are doing well themselves. Their track Golden has also pulled impressive streaming numbers. The fictional Saja Boys are brought to life by a mix of actors and real-life vocalists. The group is voiced by Ahn Hyo-seop, Joel Kim Booster, Alan Lee, and SungWon Cho, while their songs are performed by Andrew Choi, Samuil Lee, Kevin Woo, Neckwav, and Danny Chung. KPop Demon Hunters is now one of Netflix's biggest animated hits of the year. With Grammy and Oscar buzz in the air for both its music and animation, fans are already speculating about a potential sequel, spinoff series, or even a live-action adaptation. Though nothing is confirmed yet, Netflix seems to have struck gold with this KPop-meets-demon-hunting formula. First Published:
