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As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series 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, showcasing a diverse array of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

One could easily claim that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a popular television program, delivering a stunning spectacular act.

Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!