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Sony Signals ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sequel Unlikely Before 2030

Executives point to the first film’s awards push as the reason sequel work has not begun.

Overview

  • Sony Pictures Animation says a follow-up is only in early development and has not entered production.
  • Studio leaders indicated a 2029 release is unrealistic, with timing likely slipping to 2030 or later.
  • Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans remain focused on the original film’s Oscars campaign before reconvening on the sequel.
  • Executives teased broad creative avenues, including deeper Korean mythology and unresolved threads such as what happened to Jinu.
  • Licensing and merchandise rollouts continue to keep the franchise active while the sequel’s creative process gets underway.