KPop Demon Hunters emerged as one of 2025’s most unexpected hits, with its standout track “Golden” breaking into the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and pushing the animated film into the global spotlight. The feel-good Netflix release debuted June 20, 2025, and centers on a group of K-pop idols balancing fame with secret lives as demon hunters. The film embodies strong themes of friendship and overcoming insecurities and appeals to audiences of all ages.

Los Angeles was set ablaze on March 12 as NCT 127 brought their highly anticipated U.S. tour to a triumphant close at the Crypto.com Arena.