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With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as spectacular floats.

This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger

Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide 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 this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a popular television program, delivering a breathtaking spectacular act.

Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance 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 the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the original film suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the original success. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

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