KPop Demon Hunters Balloons to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade

With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons.

This famous event takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade.

An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters

It's no exaggeration to say that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a popular television program, presenting a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, the talented trio are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, 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 inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

Don't miss the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!