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Actor Ahn Hyo-seop has weighed in on the possibility of his character Jinu returning in a potential sequel to Netflix's hit animated film "K-pop Demon Hunters," despite the character's tragic fate at the end of the movie.
The 30-year-old Korean actor, who voiced the 400-year-old demon-turned-idol Jinu, expressed his own enthusiasm for seeing the character return while acknowledging the narrative challenges.
"I mean, Jinu gave his soul, so, like, I never really imagined how he would come back. As someone who loves Jinu as a fan too, of course I would love to see him come back. But it's not up to me," Ahn said.
Jinu's fate became a major talking point among fans after the character sacrificed himself to save demon hunter Rumi and humanity in the film's climactic moments. The bittersweet ending has sparked widespread calls for a sequel that would give Jinu and Rumi another chance at happiness.
Ahn revealed his personal investment in the characters' relationship, saying, "I stan them too," referring to Jinu and Rumi. "I think it's about the pain and the agony that they had. I feel like it's about the company, like you can't solve your problems alone. You have to have somebody beside you, and they had the biggest connection."
The animated film has achieved remarkable success since its June 20 Netflix debut, earning a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and becoming the platform's second most-viewed movie ever. The soundtrack reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a significant achievement for K-pop music in film.
While Netflix has not officially announced a sequel, industry observers note the high likelihood of at least one more film given the international success. The movie will also receive theatrical releases in select U.S. theaters on August 23-24, with many locations offering sing-along experiences.
Ahn is not alone in wanting Jinu's return. Co-star Arden Cho, who voices Rumi, has also expressed hope for the sequel to bring back the beloved character. The fan devotion has even extended to real-world tributes, with people leaving flowers at Namsan Tower in South Korea, the site of Jinu's fictional demise.
Looking forward, Ahn expressed his broader hopes for the franchise's impact. "I hope that this franchise continues to inspire people to embrace their shadows and their flaws and be able to still move forward," he said. "I'm a big fan too now, so I'll be waiting and cheering like everyone else."
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