The animated movie 'KPop Demon Hunters' swiftly captured the attention of viewers worldwide following its release in June 2025 — ending the year as Netflix's most-watched film of all time.
'KPop Demon Hunters' follows the story of the superstar K-pop girl group trio HUNTR/X — made up of singers Mira, Zoey and Rumi — and their battle to defend the world from a demon army. The film has been praised for its animation techniques, screenwriting and action-packed scenes — with the movie winning a Golden Globe for best animated feature and receiving two Oscar nominations, including one for best animated feature.
In an interview with 'All Things Considered' at a recording studio in Los Angeles, the musicians behind HUNTR/X — Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami and EJAE — discussed Kpop Demon Hunters and its breakout success. Speaking to NPR's Ailsa Chang, they explored their journeys as artists, the dreams they have for the future of the 'Kpop Demon Hunters' universe and how they've honored their Korean heritage through their work in the film.
Images: @laurencrew • Lauren Crew for NPR
The animated movie 'KPop Demon Hunters' swiftly captured the attention of viewers worldwide following its release in June 2025 — ending the year as Netflix's most-watched film of all time.
'KPop Demon Hunters' follows the story of the superstar K-pop girl group trio HUNTR/X — made up of singers Mira, Zoey and Rumi — and their battle to defend the world from a demon army. The film has been praised for its animation techniques, screenwriting and action-packed scenes — with the movie winning a Golden Globe for best animated feature and receiving two Oscar nominations, including one for best animated feature.
In an interview with 'All Things Considered' at a recording studio in Los Angeles, the musicians behind HUNTR/X — Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami and EJAE — discussed Kpop Demon Hunters and its breakout success. Speaking to NPR's Ailsa Chang, they explored their journeys as artists, the dreams they have for the future of the 'Kpop Demon Hunters' universe and how they've honored their Korean heritage through their work in the film.
Images: @laurencrew • Lauren Crew for NPR
