The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as giant balloons.
This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have won the hearts of viewers everywhere 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 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a popular television program, presenting a stunning spectacular act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a expected debut in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
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