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As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Fans 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 giant balloons.

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 popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

It's no exaggeration to say that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony 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—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a popular television program, presenting a stunning spectacular act.

Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the original success. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

Don't miss the complete picture collection below to get a closer look!