Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters is a new animated film mixing K-pop glamour with supernatural action. The story follows Huntrix, a girl group secretly fighting demons while maintaining their pop-star image. Their biggest challenge? A rival boy band, The Saja Boys, who are actually demons in disguise.
The movie KPop Demon Hunters features a star-studded voice cast, including Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo. Real-life K-pop singers like EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and TWICE members also lend their voices to the soundtrack.
Full Voice Cast of KPop Demon Hunters
The film blends top-tier actors and real K-pop artists for both speaking and singing roles. Here’s the full lineup:
Arden Cho voices Rumi, the leader of Huntrix. Her singing voice is provided by EJAE.
May Hong plays Mira, with Audrey Nuna handling her singing parts.
Ji-young Yoo voices Zoey, while REI AMI performs her songs.
Ahn Hyo-seop voices Jinu, the leader of The Saja Boys, with Andrew Choi singing for him.
Byung-hun Lee plays the villain Gwi-Ma, the demon king manipulating the boy band.
TWICE members Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung perform the track “Takedown”, a key song in the movie.
Other cast members include Yunjin Kim as Celine, Ken Jeong as Bobby, and Daniel Dae Kim as Healer Han.
Director Maggie Kang revealed that the characters were shaped by real K-pop stars. The team used a digital inspiration board filled with idols and actors to design the looks and personalities.
The Saja Boys were modeled after groups like BTS, TXT, Stray Kids, ATEEZ, and BIGBANG. Each member fits a classic boy band role:
Jinu (voiced by Ahn Hyo-seop) was inspired by K-drama actors like Cha Eun-woo.
Abby Saja is the muscular member, bulked up by 20% in animation.
Romance Saja has heart-shaped bangs, fitting the “romantic” idol trope.
Mystery Saja hides his face behind long purple hair, inspired by anime.
Huntrix draws from girl groups like BLACKPINK, TWICE, and ITZY:
Mira’s sleek look was based on Korean model Ahn So-yeon.
Zoey’s cute style mirrors many young K-pop idols.
Rumi embodies classic Korean beauty standards.
Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Chaeyoung from @JYPETWICE in their demon-hunting era. Listen to Takedown and watch KPop Demon Hunters. Now playing! pic.twitter.com/VaM5LziCcc
The film stands out with its hybrid animation style, blending 3D models with anime-inspired expressions. The action scenes mix K-pop performances with demon-slaying battles, creating a fresh visual experience.
Meet Huntrix ✨ They sing. They slay. They kick demon ass.
The soundtrack features original songs written by top producers, including Teddy Park (BLACKPINK’s producer). The music plays a key role in the story, with tracks like “Golden” and “Takedown” driving the plot.
Fans of K-pop and animation will enjoy the fast-paced fights, catchy songs, and deep character arcs. The movie also explores themes of identity, acceptance, and teamwork, making it more than just a fun action flick.
Early Reactions to KPop Demon Hunters
Since its release, the film has received positive reviews for its animation and music. Some critics say the story is simple but praise the vibrant visuals and energetic performances.
Fans online have been comparing the characters to real idols, with many spotting similarities to their favorite stars. The mix of K-pop culture and fantasy action has made it a hit among global audiences.
“The animation is stunning, and the songs are so catchy! I love how they incorporated real K-pop elements into a supernatural story.”
“Ahn Hyo-seop as Jinu is perfect casting. His voice fits the character so well!”
Where to Watch KPop Demon Hunters
The movie is now streaming exclusively on Netflix. It’s available in multiple languages, including dubbed versions with localized songs.
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