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UAE Moments
a day ago
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
Love K-Pop Demon Hunters? Try These K-Dramas Next
Why 'K‑Pop Demon Hunters' Fans Will Love These K-Dramas Netflix's animated hit 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' captivated audiences by blending idol culture with supernatural action. With fans obsessed over its voice cast and plot twists, it's the perfect time to dive into live-action K-dramas that peel back the colorful veneer of K-pop life. You're Beautiful (2009) Where to Watch: Netflix, Viki This classic follows the fictional pop-rock band When actress Park Shin-hye goes undercover as her twin brother, she navigates love, secrets, and fame. Though ratings were modest on broadcast, it later earned a loyal cult following—complete with sold-out soundtracks and fan festivals. Dream High (2011) Where to Watch: Netflix, Viki Set in an elite arts school, 'Dream High' follows six aspiring idols finding their voices and selves. Featuring stars like Suzy, Taecyeon (2PM), IU, and Kim Soo‑hyun, it offers an insider's view of the idol-making process. The show's huge impact includes a Japanese stage adaptation and sequel. Top Management (2018) Where to Watch: YouTube (1theK) A fresh take combining fantasy and idol drama. Follows Seo Eun-soo, a former trainee with psychic powers, who steps in as manager for rookie group S.O.U.L. A deep dive into industry politics, featuring Ahn Hyo‑seop and ASTRO's Cha Eun‑woo. Reply 1997 (2012) Where to Watch: Viki Step into the golden age of K-pop with this nostalgic look at first-gen fandom. Centered on teenage fangirls and their favorite boy band, the show stars H.O.T. and a cast including Jung Eun‑ji, Seo In‑guk, and Hoya —a perfect cultural time capsule. Idol: The Coup (2021) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video Not all idol stories end with fame. This gritty drama follows struggling girl group Cotton Candy fighting for one last shot. With EXID's Hani leading, this series shines a light on the sacrifices of idols outside the spotlight. The Big Picture Fans of 'K‑Pop Demon Hunters' love the bold mix of flashy idol life and unexpected drama. These K-dramas deliver that same thrill—minus the demons—and offer a deeper, more emotional look at the K-pop grind: If you're hooked on the idol-drama tension of 'K-Pop Demon Hunters', these K-dramas are your next binge. They bring charisma, ambition, heartbreak, and fierce shine straight from the K-pop machine—no demon slaying required.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Netflix's new Korean movie, slammed for cultural plagiarism, tops global chart with 96% Rotten Tomatoes; beats 28 Years Later, Plane and more
Netflix just expanded its K-content lineup with an unexpected animated movie that blends anime-style fantasy with South Korea's music scene, K-Pop Demon Hunters. Co-directed by Korean-American filmmaker Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the film was released on June 20 and, within four days, shot to the top of Netflix charts. With the silliest premise that somehow works, and critics praising it for staying true to its wild tone, the 1-hour-30-minute flick follows a fictional girl group called Hunterix, who've inherited the mission of using music to trap demons underground. The three-member girl group formed by Celine battles out ridiculously handsome demonic boy band called the Saja Boys. However, the film hit an unexpected setback after some Chinese netizens slammed it for cultural appropriation and plagiarism, claiming certain elements, like character outfits and palace architecture, were heavily lifted from Chinese culture. The movie has since sparked a heated debate online, with netizens divided and taking sides. Also read: KPop Demon Hunters review: From BLACKPINK-esque energy to K-drama jabs, Netflix nails the tone without making a joke of it K-Pop Demon Hunters topped Netflix's global chart, according to FlixPatrol data. Between June 21 and 22, it held the No. 1 spot worldwide. It ranked first in 26 countries and landed in the Top 10 in 93. Netflix originals have clearly become the OTT giant's biggest strength when it comes to pulling in viewership across genres, and this film is proof. The voice cast includes some of the most familiar actors in the industry, including Squid Game 3's Lee Byung Hun as the villain Gwi Ma, along with Arden Cho, May Hong, Ahn Hyo Seop, Ji Young Yoo, Yunjin Kim, Daniel Dae Kim, and Ken Jeong. Netflix data shows the film is performing strong not just in Asia, but also in the U.S. and across several European markets. The movie also features original soundtracks from renowned K-pop idols and soloists of the industry, delivering a full package. On June 25, viewership dipped slightly, with the film slipping to No. 2, one point behind the newly released STRAW. Still, Demon Hunters clocked 9.2 million views this week and remain in the Top 10 in 80 countries, including across America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania. The unexpected rise seems fueled by the crossover fandom of anime and K-pop. We'll see how the scores hold in the long run, but for now, K-Pop Demon Hunters is outpacing Oscar winners and summer blockbusters. It currently holds a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes, a rare feat for any Korean film. Also read: BTS' Suga mobilises global ARMY to raise over 200 million won in 24 hours with one quiet, heartfelt gesture China has one of the biggest fan bases when it comes to binge-watching Korean dramas, films, and music shows. In fact, even though Netflix is banned there, the platform still sees considerable viewership, mostly through illegal streaming. But this time, some Chinese netizens were enraged. According to Korean media outlet Chosun Biz, the movie was slammed for plagiarism and cultural appropriation, with critics pointing to visuals like 'traditional knots, herbal medicine, tiger motifs, and architectural styles.' On the Chinese platform Douban, angry comments poured in: 'Korea doesn't hide its theft,' 'Sony is helping Korea,' 'Why are you mixing Chinese elements into Korean culture?' In response, Korean netizens hit back, calling out the same illegal streaming culture during shows like Squid Game, The Glory, and When Life Gives You Tangerines, raising serious concerns about copyright infringement. K-pop producer Teddy, best known for his work with BLACKPINK, contributed to the movie's soundtrack. TWICE's Jeongyeon, Chaeyoung, and Jihyo are in the lineup too, along with EXO, Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, and more. The tracks are now streaming on Spotify.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
K‑Pop Demon Hunters: Fans demand sequel of Netflix's animated K-pop film after cliffhanger ending
K‑Pop Demon Hunters debuted on Netflix on June 20, 2025 and quickly earned a devoted following for its high-energy blend of K-pop, animated action, and storytelling. The film, from Sony Pictures Animation and directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group that doubles as demon hunters. he animated film follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group consistiing of members Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, who secretly hunt demons. Their biggest threat comes from the Saja Boys, a rival band possessed by demons aiming to destroy the Honmoon barrier using stolen fan energy. The film's ending revealed that Rumi is half-demon, a secret she has hidden for years. In the final battle, she embraces her identity, sings a powerful solo that weakens the enemy's hold, and helps her group save the city. Jinu, the leader of the Saja Boys, sacrifices himself to protect her, leaving viewers with emotional closure and lingering questions. Rumi's heritage remains unexplored and the Honmoon isn't fully restored amid other unresolved arcs leading viewers believe this is an intentional set-up for a sequel. 'Hear me out: this is just the beginning,' one fan posted. 'We will get either a sequel or two OR a series.' Others echoed this, noting Jinu's ambiguous fate and unfinished character arcs. 'I need a sequel or the whole ahh trilogy,' one viewer said, while another added, 'More of Celine and Rumi. Their plot was unfinished.' In an interview with Shine On Media, the directors agreed, stating that there are 'many unanswered questions' and 'so many possibilities' for future stories. Despite speculation however, Netflix has not yet confirmed any news about a potential part two.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Netflix's New K-Pop Movie Hits No. 1 As Its Music Surges In Popularity
KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack hits No. 1 on iTunes as the Netflix film propels multiple songs and ... More fictional group HUNTRX onto the U.S. charts. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 16: May Hong attends the KPop Demon Hunters Special Screening at Netflix Tudum Theater on June 16, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor Netflix) Getty Images for Netflix K-pop has become such a massive global phenomenon that it is fueling not just music consumption, but all forms of media and entertainment. The mere use of the phrase "K-pop" can elevate a TV series, film, or book into becoming a top performer. With such a massive fanbase of people interested in the style, it seems like there's no limit to what K-pop can do. Netflix is capitalizing on the continued popularity of the musical style with the release of its latest animated musical film KPop Demon Hunters . Just days after its debut, the title's music is already climbing the iTunes charts, as the movie has apparently made quite the impression. Released on Friday (June 20), KPop Demon Hunters centers on a fictional K-pop girl group called HUNTRX. The conceit imagines the three members of the globally beloved act as part-time demon fighters, battling evil in between sold-out concerts and hit records – and the villains just happen to also be K-pop superstars. The film currently ranks as the second biggest movie in the United States on Netflix, while the music from the full-length effort is proving to be equally as successful. The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack surges to No. 1 on the iTunes Top Albums chart in America. The full-length is credited to HUNTRX, Saja Boys and, more generally, the cast of the movie. The album unseated American Heart by Benson Boone to claim the top spot on the iTunes ranking. Boone is on track to secure a strong debut on the Billboard rankings in the coming days, as his sophomore release quickly shot to No. 1 on the sales platform upon its release at the same time as KPop Demon Hunters , but after a few days, the two have swapped spots. Eight songs from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack are currently charting on the iTunes Top Songs tally in the U.S. Each tune is credited to the KPop Demon Hunters cast, and some also name other performers, such as Ejea, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo and others. 'What It Sounds Like' is the highest-ranking composition from the album at the time of writing, leaping nearly two dozen spaces to land at No. 19. Also featured within the top 40 are 'Golden,' 'Your Idol' and 'How It's Done,' which settle at Nos. 28, 32, and 35, respectively. A number of other tracks from the collection also find space on the 200-position roster, including one credited solely to members of Twice, Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Chaeyoung. Two takes of the group's previously-released 'Takedown' appear on the soundtrack, and both are currently bestsellers in America.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The Best New Netflix Movie Has Set A Rotten Tomatoes Score Record
Kpop Demon Hunters Netflix original movies are extremely hit or miss as the service continues its apparent attempt to make movie theaters obsolete, but now? There's a new movie it's just released that has set an overall Rotten Tomatoes record. The movie is KPop Demon Hunters, which appears to have the highest combined critic and audience score for a Netflix original production, a record for the service. Whatever good Netflix original movie you might hit this mark, it will likely fall short. Here are some of Netflix's most high-profile films, and you'll see that they're either way off or they miss by a few points. KPop Demon Hunters It's possible these numbers don't hold for KPop Demon Hunters, but for now, here we are. It seems like a random movie to do this well, I suppose, but there are a whole lot of KPop fans out there, a whole lot of animation fans out there, and I suppose a whole lot of demon hunter fans. Here's the synopsis of the film: The film is directed by Chris Appelhans and Maggie Kang, both industry figures who have largely worked in art departments rather than directing projects. The film stars the likes of Arden Cho, May Hong and Ji-young Yoo. Cho may be the most well-known with lengthy roles in shows like Chicago Med and Teen Wolf. KPop Demon Hunters debuted at #1 in Netflix's top 10 list, but it has been unseated rather quickly by The Intern, the 2015 Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway movie that stands the test of time and has a wide-ranging appeal to the broader Netflix audience. We'll see how the scores hold up long term, but for now, KPop Demon Hunters is on top against Oscar-winners and action blockbusters. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, Bluesky and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
