KPOP Demon Slayers, the Netflix animated film about a fictional idol group who fight deadly demons, struck a chord with fans and even brought BTS star Jungkook to tears.
Set in a world where idols lead double lives, the film follows K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, global sensations who use their secret powers to protect fans from demons when they’re not busy selling out stadiums.
Since its Netflix premiere on June 20, the film has become a popular hit among anime and K-pop fans, with many praising its lively and catchy songs.
During a surprise solo broadcast on the South Korean mobile app Weverse on July 14, 2025, BTS’s own Jungkook opened up about how deeply the film affected him.
Jungkook Says KPOP’s Demon Slayers Made Him Cry
The stream, which marked the second anniversary of his hit single “Seven,” lasted two hours and included a candid moment in which the popular singer reacted to KPOP’s demon hunters. Now, thanks to a translation by @Ryuminating, we know exactly which scenes featured Jungkook.
“I cried watching K-pop Demon Hunters,” Jungkook said. “I actually cried at the end. When everyone was falling in love with boys, Saja and [the heroine] was like, ‘I’m going to create my own Honmun,’ and ran to the scene alone, I was like, ‘Ohhh,’ and then the tears came out. It was honestly sad.”
He also remembered the point in the film that pushed him over the edge.
“I think I cried when Jinu died at the end,” he said. “Instead of crying because it’s sad, but it has to be because there’s an overflow of emotion. Sad genres make me cry too, but when it’s really emotional… you know, right? I bet you do.”
Despite being fictional, the Saja Boys have achieved real-world success. On July 3, 2025, they officially became the highest-charting K-pop band in Spotify US history, surpassing BTS. Their breakout track “Your Idol” topped the platform’s charts through a combination of song sales and streaming activity.
Jungkook’s heartfelt reaction went viral, with fans echoing his emotions and celebrating the film’s surprising depth. And with growing calls online, many are now wondering if a K-pop Demon Hunters 2 might be on the horizon .
