Why ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ remains a hit 3 months after release

“KPop Demon Hunters” continues to draw strong global interest nearly three months after its June 20 release on Netflix, with the action fantasy animation holding audience attention despite a crowded stream of new content. The film follows K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey, who double as hidden heroes protecting the world from demons beyond the glamorous stage. It quickly climbed to the top of Netflix’s film rankings upon release and has maintained strong momentum since. That staying power is reflected in spinoff products and collaborations. A bakery chain recently launched cakes inspired by the Saja Boys’ “Soda Pop” song from the film, while Everland Resort in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, recently opened a “KPop Demon Hunters” zone. Unlike many titles that peak briefly and disappear, this film’s influence continues to ripple. Critics point to the story’s resonance with younger audiences. Cultural commentator Kim Sung-soo said the characters’ perspectives on the world and their ways of facing problems give today’s youth comfort and inspiration. He emphasized that tWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times