Netflix announces sequel for hit animated film 'KPop Demon Hunters'

March 13 ------ The hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” is officially getting a sequel. Netflix announced on March 13 that “KPop Demon Hunters” will be returning to the streaming platform. “It’s official Hunters. ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ will return for a sequel written and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans,” it announced on social media.

Kang and Appelhans co-wrote and co-directed the film. “I feel immense pride as a Korean filmmaker that the audience wants more from this Korean story and our Korean characters. There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning,” said Kang.

Appelhans said, “These characters are like family to us, their world has become our second home. We’re excited to write their next chapter, challenge them, and watch them evolve — and continue pushing the boundaries of how music, animation, and story can come together,” according to Tudum.

Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria said, “With ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ Maggie and Chris didn’t just reach audiences, they ignited a global fandom that crossed languages, generations, and genres. We’re incredibly proud to deepen our partnership with them and, together with our partners at Sony Pictures Animation, build this universe in ways that will surprise and delight fans all over the world.” “KPop Demon Hunters” is vying in two categories at the Oscars for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden.”

Source: mb.com.ph