The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons 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 fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance 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. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages during the parade.
An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters
One could easily claim that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a popular television program, presenting a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.
Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to get a closer look!