The KPop Demon Hunters Series 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 set to appear as spectacular floats.

This famous event takes place each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons 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.

Introducing the Characters: Sussie and Derpy Tiger

Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the acclaimed animated series 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, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie 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

One could easily claim 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, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

Future Plans for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.

Don't miss the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!