The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as giant balloons.
This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade.
A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters
One could easily claim 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, received 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, delivering a breathtaking spectacular act.
Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the original success. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Don't miss the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!