'K-pop Demon Hunters' Saja Boys x BTS? Creators tease possible collab
Since its release on June 20, Netflix's animated film K-pop Demon Hunters has got everyone talking. The vibrant mix of K-pop glamour, supernatural action, and high-energy music got fans hooked. With dazzling visuals and an action-packed narrative, the film has left audiences thrilled - and hungry for more.
As anticipation grows, calls for a sequel have already begun. In response, directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans have shared insights into the film's origins - and revealed that BTS played a key role in sparking its creation.
The origin of 'K-pop Demon Hunters'
Chris Appelhans revealed that the idea for the film was born during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic. "Maggie and I began planning this film during the pandemic—a time when people all over the world were struggling to feel connected. Then BTS held an online concert, and suddenly millions of people, including us, were singing and dancing to Dynamite from our homes. For a moment, the world felt a little brighter."
Appelhans added: "Through the characters' journeys and the songs they sing, I hope viewers can feel even a fraction of the joy and light BTS gave us during that time."
'K-pop Demon Hunters' story
At the heart of the film is HUNTR/X, a rising K-pop girl group consisting of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey. By day, they dazzle the world as idols under bright lights and infectious pop beats - but by night, they take on a secret role as demon hunters, protecting the human world from malevolent spirits that slip between realms.
Standing in their way are the Saja Boys, a mysterious and powerful group with deep-rooted connections to the spirit world. As the two forces collide, the story unfolds into a high-stakes showdown that stretches far beyond choreography and fame - blending supernatural action, K-pop culture, and emotional depth into a vivid and fantastical adventure
Saja Boys and BTS: A dream collab?
Recently, it was reported that BTS and the fictional Saja Boys are the only K-pop boy groups to reach the Top 10 on the US Spotify Chart. BTS have been on hiatus since 2022, and no other group had achieved this milestone - until now, when it took an animated boy group to become the second to do so.
Reacting to the news, Maggie Kang took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote: "Hey ARMY, how about a collab with Saja Boys? The Pride is ready @bts_bighit."
Hey Army, how about a collab with Saja Boys? The Pride is ready @bts_bighit https://t.co/bxmkN1w4m7
ARMY reacts
Fans wasted no time lighting up social media with excitement and wild ideas: One wrote, "The amount of hype that would be generated could power the entire world for generations."
The amount of hype that would be generated could power the entire world for generations.
Another said, "Dude, I would absolutely die happy to see a collab between Saja Boys and BTS. My body is ready!"
Dude, I would absolutely die happy to see a collab between Saja Boys and BTS, my body is ready!
One added, "Make Saja Boys reincarnated as BTS in season 2 of K-pop Demon Hunters and then it'll be possible."
Make saja boys reincarnated as BTS in season 2 of kpop demon hunters and then it'll be possible🫣
Another stated, "That would be super awesome, please!!! They've done songs for animated features before, so I'm sure this would be monumental."
That would be super awesome please!!! They have done songs for animated features so I'm sure this would just be monumental.
About BTS
As of June 2025, all BTS members who enlisted in the South Korean military have officially been discharged. They've returned to civilian life and have already resumed their roles as brand ambassadors for various global campaigns.
ARMY witnessed an emotional reunion on June 13 during BTS' debut anniversary celebrations and J-Hope's HOPE ON THE STAGE concert. Since then, fans have been eagerly waiting for the first official OT7 group photo, a live reunion broadcast, and - most of all - the group's long-anticipated return to music.
For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
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