The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.
The parade is held annually in New York City, showcasing an impressive variety of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. 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: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages 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 soared to the top as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the singing stars behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, the talented trio are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can anticipate 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 potential release in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the original film indicates that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!
