The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day 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 something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as spectacular floats.
The parade is held annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites 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. In the story, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade.
A Stellar 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, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a popular television program, delivering a stunning spectacular act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers 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 said to be in the works, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Don't miss the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!
