🌍 Still #1: ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ Rules the World
Six days after its global Netflix premiere, ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ remains unstoppable—ranking #1 in 23 countries and holding steady at #2 in the U.S. and Korea.
With a viewership score of 816 on June 26 (according to FlixPatrol), the film continues to dominate with its bold mix of K-pop, action, and Korean fantasy.
🎶 OST Explosion: ‘Golden’ & ‘Soda Pop’ Go Viral
Netflix released official music videos for two OST tracks:
- ‘Golden’ — 4.18 million views in 3 days
- ‘Soda Pop’ — 1.98 million views and rising
Produced by TEDDY (The Black Label), the soundtrack has been praised for elevating the film’s emotional depth and visual spectacle.
💥 Why It’s a Hit: K-pop, Spirits & Stunning Animation
Critics and fans alike are loving:
- 💫 The original story blending K-pop & exorcism
- 🎤 Characters based on idols like BLACKPINK, TWICE, BTS, Stray Kids
- 🖌️ Visuals inspired by Korean culture—hanok rooftops, grim reapers, Nam San Tower
- 🎧 Voice acting from Lee Byung-hun and Ahn Hyo-seop
- 🎵 OST by TWICE’s Jeongyeon, Jihyo, Chaeyoung
📈 Critics Agree: It’s Certified Fresh
- 🧡 Rotten Tomatoes Critics: 94%, Audience: 95%
- ⭐ IMDb: 7.9/10
💬 Fans Say…
“Lumi’s arc made me cry—her pain, her growth, it felt so real.”
“This is not just animation. It’s art, music, emotion, and Korea in one.”
🧠 Cultural Power, Global Reach
Behind the scenes, the visual design team drew inspiration from both idol visuals and traditional motifs. The result? A globally beloved film that resonates deeply with Korean audiences too.
Article Source: Original article by Kim Bo-young, published June 27, 2025 via Edaily.
Image Source: Image via Netflix Media Center, used with permission for editorial coverage.
