In Sony's K-Pop Demon Hunters, three K-pop idols and demon hunters use their voices and other weapons to protect a barrier that separates our world from the demon world: the Honmoon. The trio is known to the world as Huntrix. These girls slay!
Not many movies make me cry: this one did. I'm half-Korean-American, and often feel caught between two worlds. K-Pop Demon Hunters' representations of fierce women, friendship, and neurodiversity — as well as its core messages of hope and acceptance — resonate deeply with me.
Since its release on Netflix in June 2025, K-Pop Demon Hunters has won critical acclaim along with the hearts and imaginations of fans around the world. As the movie's popularity continues to grow, a number of Korean cosplayers and content creators have asked the global audience to be mindful of the culture and traditional symbols involved (example).