KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons.
The parade takes place annually in New York City, showcasing an impressive variety of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
These two adorable animal mascots are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.
A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters
It's no exaggeration to say that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, presenting a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can anticipate a show-stopping musical number from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the original film indicates that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Don't miss the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!
