K-Pop Demon Hunters OST Storms the World - Why Every Young Fan Is Obsessed Right Now? | - Times of India
When K-Pop Meets Animation-And the World Can't Stop Watching Okay, imagine this: an animated film about K-pop idols fighting evil spirits drops, and suddenly, everyone from BTS's RM to your TikTok feed is obsessed.
That's exactly what's happening with K-Pop Demon Hunters.
The movie isn't just topping OTT charts globally's also got an OST that's basically taking over the world. The film stars a girl group called Huntrix, who battle supernatural baddies, and a rival boy group, Lion Boys, who are, well, suspiciously mysterious. Sounds like every K-drama ever, but with more glitter and demon-slaying. OST Goes Viral-BTS, TWICE, and TikTok Can't Get Enough Here's where things get wild.
The movie's soundtrack, featuring the addictive dance track "Soda Pop," has become a global anthem. BTS's RM literally sang along to it on his livestream, and Jungkook admitted he watched the film too. When BTS recommends something, you know it's about to blow up.
TWICE's Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung filmed themselves dancing to Huntrix's "TAKEDOWN," racking up a mind-blowing 17 million views on TikTok. ZeroBaseOne's "Soda Pop" challenge video? Over 10 million views.
Even TXT got in on the action, posting their own "Demon Hunters" dance version on YouTube, complete with hanbok-inspired looks that scream "K-pop meets folklore."Billboard Domination-OST Breaks Records Like It's No Big Deal This isn't just hype-these songs are making history. The K-Pop Demon Hunters OST debuted at #8 on the Billboard 200, making it the first OST album this year to break into the top 10. Individual tracks "Your Idol" (by the Lion Boys) and "Golden" (by Huntrix) landed at #77 and #81 on the Hot 100, respectively. For context, that's like an Indian film soundtrack suddenly charting alongside Taylor Swift and Drake. Insane! On Spotify, multiple tracks are in the global top 100, and in Korea, "Golden" and "Soda Pop" are trending on Melon's Top 100.
The soundtrack's success is being credited to some of K-pop's biggest hitmakers-Teddy (the genius behind BLACKPINK and BIGBANG), Kush, Vince, and more. Even the vocalists are familiar faces: ex-SM trainees, R&B singer Audrey Nuna, and Korean-American artist Ray Ami.Why Indian Fans Totally Get the Hype Let's be real-this kind of fandom energy is super relatable for anyone who's ever stanned a Bollywood star or joined a dance challenge for a Tollywood hit.
The way K-pop fans are rallying behind this animated film feels a lot like how Indian fans turn movie releases into nationwide festivals. The TikTok challenges? It's the same vibe as everyone learning the latest hook step from a Ranveer Singh song. And just like Indian cinema, K-pop's magic lies in its ability to blend catchy music, killer dance moves, and larger-than-life storytelling. "K-Pop Demon Hunters" is basically the animated, supernatural version of what we already love-just with more neon hair and less melodrama.When Cultures Collide-And Fans Win What's really cool is how this film has become a global party. BTS's shoutout gave it a massive boost, and now even the director is publicly asking for a BTS x Lion Boys collab. The line between fiction and reality is blurring, and fans are loving every second. It's proof that whether you're in Seoul or Surat, the universal language of music, dance, and fandom brings us all together. Honestly, watching K-pop idols (even animated ones) take over the world feels a lot like cheering for your favorite cricket team-pure, infectious joy. Here's hoping we get an Indian version someday, complete with dhol beats and demon-slaying dance battles. And hey, if you're not already humming "Soda Pop," what are you even doing with your