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Netflix and Sony are planning to release 'KPop Demon Hunters 2' in 2029, continuing the popular animated musical about a K-pop girl group fighting demons, with production taking several years. The first film was a hit on Netflix and in theaters, with songs gaining chart success, and a sequel has been long desired by the creators.
'KPop Demon Hunters' is an animated musical film on Netflix featuring a girl band battling demon rivals, which has become the platform's most-watched film ever with 236 million views, due to its catchy songs, themes of acceptance, and engaging storyline.
KPop Demon Hunters, Netflix's most popular movie, has achieved unexpected success through a combination of cultural appeal, marketing, and timing, prompting Netflix to consider strategic moves like merchandise and a sequel to build a franchise, while navigating the complexities of rights and audience engagement.
‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ debuted at No. 1 at the box office with an estimated $18 million during its limited theatrical run, after becoming a major streaming hit on Netflix since June, and also achieved significant success on the Billboard charts, making it a rare crossover success for a Netflix animated musical.
The new 'Smurfs' movie, the first in eight years, is a colorful, musical, family-friendly film featuring Rihanna as Smurfette. While it offers some fun visual moments and musical sequences, it ultimately feels bland and derivative, with characters that lack depth and a predictable plot. It is a safe, amiable diversion for children but doesn't transcend its innocence.
Disney's "Moana 2," the sequel to the 2016 animated hit, is set to release in theaters, featuring returning voice actors Auli'i Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Maui. The film, directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, continues the adventures of Moana and Maui. Other returning cast members include Temuera Morrison as Chief Tui and Nicole Scherzinger as Sina, with Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda making her screen debut as Simea.
In a Rolling Stone cover story, Ed Sheeran revealed that he had wanted Jay-Z to guest on his hit song "Shape of You," but the rapper passed on the opportunity. Sheeran also discussed his battles with depression, finishing songs for an animated musical with Netflix, and his plans to slow down touring when his kids are in school. He also expressed his dislike for music critics and his belief that genres are becoming less relevant. Additionally, Sheeran mentioned that he has fulfilled his record contract and is unsure how he will release music going forward.