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The K-pop infused animated film, KPop Demon Hunters, has taken the streaming world by storm since its release on June 20. According to Variety, the movie has dominated Netflix's top 10 list, while its soundtrack has peaked at an impressive No. 2 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. This phenomenal success can be attributed to its talented voice-acting cast, comprising familiar actors from various genres, including Arden Cho from Avatar: The Last Airbender, Lee Byung-hun from Squid Game, and Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim from Lost. Arden Cho, who voices the character Rumi, expressed her enthusiasm for the role in a June 2025 interview with Yahoo Entertainment. She described Rumi as "legit the coolest character" and revealed that she would have wanted to be Rumi if she were a teenage girl.
Cho's previous work includes appearances on Hacks, "New Amsterdam.".. and Netflix's Tales of the City. She appreciates Rumi's multifaceted personality, describing her as "tough as f---, but also so sensitive and so vulnerable." The film's voice cast also features Zoey... an energetic character voiced by Yoo.
Analysts suggest that the success of KPop Demon Hunters can be attributed to its strategic casting of well-known actors from various genres, which likely appealed to a broad audience. The film's ability to dominate Netflix's top 10 list and its soundtrack's high ranking on the Billboard 200 albums chart indicate a strong fan base.
The enthusiasm of voice actors, such as Arden Cho, for their characters adds to the film's charm. To replicate this success, "streaming platforms and production companies may consider similar strategies.".. including collaborations with popular actors and musicians from different genres. Leveraging the global popularity of K-pop and animation could be a key factor in creating a hit film.
Since its release on June 20, KPop Demon Hunters has quickly become a streaming sensation, with the movie dominating Netflix's top 10 list, and the soundtrack peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, per Variety . Notably, the film features a dynamic voice-acting cast. The characters are portrayed by familiar actors whose work spans different genres, including Avatar: The Last Airbender 's Arden Cho, Squid Game's Lee Byung-hun and Lost's Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim. Meanwhile, another set of stars sings.◌◌◌ ◌ ◌◌◌
