Released on 20 June 2025, KPop Demon Hunters is Netflix’s animated explosion of K-pop flair and demon-slaying action. Arden Cho voices Rumi, the fierce leader of this vibrant crew who battle evil with vocals and vengeance. With over 80 million views in just four weeks and a glowing 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is shaking up the animation scene. Cho is already campaigning for a sequel, because one electrifying ride clearly is not enough.

Netflix has Arden Cho knocking loud for round two, as KPop Demon Hunters sends shockwaves through animation with explosive views.

Arden Cho, the fierce lead vocalist of HUNTR/X, who wields a saingeom sword and carries the legacy of her demon father and late hunter mother, recently shared a wish on X. As per Cho's latest tweet, she is already rallying fans for a sequel to KPop Demon Hunters as it climbed Netflix's number 1 US chart, cheekily urging, “Can we be #1 until Netflix confirms a sequel? pretty please @netflix” With charm and fire, she makes it clear, this genre-bending ride deserves a second chapter, and she wants back in.

In KPop Demon Hunters, centuries-old magic collides with modern pop stardom as girl group HUNTR/X secretly defends humanity from soul-stealing demons. Led by Rumi, half-idol, half-demon, the trio must stop a rival demon boy band, the Saja Boys, from stealing fans and breaking the barrier that keeps evil at bay. As secrets unravel, Rumi faces a choice that could save or doom both worlds. The emotional weight of Rumi’s journey is not just on screen; Arden Cho has also spoken candidly about the role.

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Cho weighed in on KPop Demon Hunters, revealing how voicing Rumi was more than a role; it became a personal journey of identity and self-discovery.

In a chat with Naver, 40-year-old Arden Cho opened up about how KPop Demon Hunters became a deeply personal project. Voicing Rumi felt like more than just a role, it reflected her own Korean American identity. Cho admitted the opportunity meant a great deal, even after two decades in the industry. She emphasized that the film goes beyond K-pop, capturing themes of Korean unity and resilience, saying she “really wanted to help spread that message of 'us.'”

Cho expressed her immense pride in being part of KPop Demon Hunters, praising its authentic portrayal of Korean sentiment and culture. She noted how, much like Japanese and Chinese traditions have long held animated representation, Korean culture now finally has its moment. The film has captivated global audiences and dwarfed legendary Netflix animated titles to quietly claim the streaming crown. With its explosive success and heartfelt message, Arden Cho has now sparked sequel buzz with her latest statement, one that fans are not ignoring.

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