Sarah sat down with the voice talent Arden Cho, May Hong, and Ji‑young Yoo to talk about their fantastic Netflix animated feature, KPop Demon Hunters. The film is a bold, action‑packed musical that marries K‑pop energy with supernatural adventure.
The trio also recounts moments from the recording booth, their favorite snacks, and the secret to eating a green apple. Their camaraderie shines through, making these women feel like an actual K‑pop group, both in friendship and performance.
KPOP DEMON HUNTERS: Arden Cho, May Hong & Ji-young Yoo
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By day, Huntrix, a K-pop girl group made up of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, sells out stadiums. By night, they use their secret demon-hunting powers to shield fans from supernatural threats. Their biggest enemy? The Saja Boys, a rival boy band composed of demons who aim to steal both fans and souls.
The voice cast of KPop Demon Hunters is stacked with talent. Arden Cho brings charisma and heart to Rumi, while May Hong gives depth and vulnerability to Mira. Ji-young Yoo rounds out the trio as the lively and fearless Zoey. Ahn Hyo-seop, making his English voice debut, perfectly captures the charm and swagger of Jinu, the leader of the rival Saja Boys. The supporting cast is just as impressive, featuring Yunjin Kim, Daniel Dae Kim, Ken Jeong, Byung-hun Lee, Joel Kim Booster, and Liza Koshy, all adding their unique energy and humor to the film.
The film features original K-pop tracks crafted by some of the industry’s top talents, including Teddy Park of The Black Label, Danny Chung, KUSH, and others. The soundtrack also includes standout songs from well-known artists, highlighted by a special track titled “Takedown,” performed by TWICE members Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung. Fans may recognize additional songs like “How It’s Done,” which made an appearance in the film’s trailer, adding to the soundtrack’s dynamic appeal.