The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as spectacular floats.
The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring 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.
Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight 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 most-watched film on Netflix, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a popular television program, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the first movie suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to get a closer look!
