KPop Demon Hunters Sequel Could Explore Mira, Zoey & Even Derpy’s Origins

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Michelle Wong, the producer of the upcoming sequel, has shared some hints about potential storylines. In an interview, she discussed the possibility of delving into the histories of characters other than Rumi, whose difficult past was a key element of KPop Demon Hunters.

I’m really interested in learning more about the backstories of Mira and Zoey, and where they come from,” Wong said. “I’d also like to see more development of the relationship between Derpy and Sussie.

These comments from Wong follow recent news that a sequel to KPop Demon Hunters is being made. However, fans shouldn’t expect to see it soon, as Sony Pictures Animation might not be able to release it in 2029 as originally planned.

I recently heard Kristine Belson, a co-president at Sony Pictures Animation, talk about the rumored release timeline for their big new animated movie. She basically said that timeline seemed really unrealistic and unlikely to happen – it just didn’t seem possible given how much work goes into a film like that.

Despite all the recent excitement, including awards and celebrations, director Belson confirmed that Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans – who originally directed and co-wrote the film with Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, and who initially came up with the idea for KPop Demon Hunters – will return to direct the next installment. He explained that after the big events, it will be “back to the two of them in a room,” working together as before.

Danien de Froberville, Belson’s co-president at Sony Pictures Animation, likened KPop Demon Hunters to Sony’s Spider-Verse films, praising its high production quality and potential appeal. He noted the story’s intriguing world – blending demons and the world of pop music – and hinted at many possibilities for future development, asking, “What happened to Jinu?” and suggesting there was a lot more story to tell.

Why KPop Demon Hunters Will Never Set Its Sights on One Particular Medium

Both Kang and Appelhans have expressed interest in continuing the story of KPop Demon Hunters, but they also admit bringing it to life as a live-action adaptation would be difficult. As Kang explained, “It would be hard to make [KPop Demon Hunters] live-action, and a real challenge.”

I completely agree about how challenging animation is. It’s not just about making things look real, it’s about capturing the essence of life, stripping it down to its core. And honestly, this project was incredibly difficult – I don’t think I could even imagine tackling something more complex right now.

KPop Demon Hunters is currently available for streaming on Netflix.

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2026-03-04 02:17