K-Pop Syndrome: The Power of ‘KDH’ Recognized by Variety – Rosé and Huntrix Signal the Expansion of K-Culture

The recent ‘Hitmakers’ awards ceremony hosted by the American pop culture magazine, Variety, saw BLACKPINK’s Rosé and the vocalists of the songs from the Netflix animation ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ (KDH) receive awards, opening a new chapter for K-Pop content. Rosé’s win for ‘Global Hitmaker of the Year’ and the virtual girl group ‘Huntrix’ vocalists’ win … 더 읽기

Netflix’s ₩22 billion Cash Bonus: How K-Pop Demon Hunters Redefined the Rules of the Content Game

The OTT industry is witnessing a power shift after Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters (KDH) broke records with over 300 million views worldwide. In a rare move, Netflix paid $15 million (approx. ₩22 billion) in cash bonuses to the film’s producer, Sony Pictures, while swiftly finalizing a sequel deal. This unprecedented payout wasn’t just a congratulatory … 더 읽기

K-pop Breaks New Ground: Rosé’s “APT.” and “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters Make Historic Grammy Nominations

For the first time in history, K-pop has broken into the General Fields—the most prestigious Grammy categories.BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Netflix’s animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters have both earned nominations at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, marking a monumental moment for Korean music on the global stage. Rosé’s global hit “APT.” has been nominated in three … 더 읽기

Netflix’s Record-Breaking Hit “K-Pop Demon Hunters”:The Real Story Behind the U.S. Halloween “Costume Shortage” Phenomenon

Netflix’s original animated film “K-Pop Demon Hunters” (aka “K-DeHun”) has sparked a worldwide sensation. In particular, the film has triggered a “costume shortage” across the U.S. Halloween market, as fans scramble to find outfits inspired by its main characters. This is not a mere coincidence—it reflects both the global power of K-content and a deeper … 더 읽기

The Hidden Stories of Gimbap and Ghosts Behind K-pop Demon Hunters’ Phenomenal Success

When Netflix’s animated feature K-pop Demon Hunters (affectionately dubbed “K-De-Hun” by fans) premiered, few expected it to transcend screens and dominate the real-world music industry. Yet, its fictional girl group Huntrix shattered expectations — performing live on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and reigning over the Billboard Hot 100 for eight consecutive weeks … 더 읽기

“K-Pop Demon Hunters” OST Dominates UK Charts for 6 Weeks Straight – What’s the Secret Behind the Success?

Netflix’s animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters (aka K-De-Hun) has sparked a global sensation, thanks to its hit OST Golden. Sung by the fictional girl group Huntrix, the track has stormed the charts, holding the No.1 spot on the UK Official Singles Chart for six consecutive weeks and topping the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 for a … 더 읽기

Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters Is Redefining Seoul Tourism

Netflix has dropped some global hits before, but its latest anime sensation, K-Pop Demon Hunters (KDH), is more than just binge-worthy entertainment. It’s a cultural earthquake. Fans aren’t simply watching Lumi and Jinwoo battle demons across Seoul’s skyline — they’re packing their bags, booking tickets, and retracing every single step their favorite heroes took. The … 더 읽기