Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Exclusive: 'KPop Demon Hunters' creator Maggie Kang on pride, identity and a possible sequel

"I feel like I am living a life of a K-pop star," says Maggie Kang, mastermind behind the phenomenally popular animated film "KPop Demon Hunters." And indeed, she isn't far off.

2025-09-21

'KPop Demon Hunters' sequel could feature more musical genres, deeper backstories, says director Maggie Kang

A sequel to Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” could feature “a wider range of Korean music styles” — from trot to heavy metal — if it gets made, director Maggie Kang said during a press conference held in Yongsan District, central Seoul, on Friday.

2025-08-22

K-pop connection: 'Demon Hunters' merchandise brings tourists to National Museum of Korea

Director Yoo Hong-jun and Maggie Kang exchanged gifts at the National Museum of Korea, which has attracted international visitors through merchandise featuring animals from the film “K-pop Demon Hunters.”

2025-08-21

'KPop Demon Hunters' director Maggie Kang to appear on tvN variety show 'You Quiz on the Block'

Maggie Kang, director of the Netflix animated film “KPop Demon Hunters,” will appear on tvN’s variety show “You Quiz on the Block” on Aug. 27. Kang will discuss the behind-the-scenes process of creating the film.

2025-08-21

President Lee to discuss K-pop industry on Arirang TV show

President Lee Jae Myung will appear on a special Arirang TV program discussing the future vision of the K-pop industry, the presidential office announced Tuesday. The show, titled “K-Pop: The Next Chapter,” will air at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

2025-08-19