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WEBTOON rings Nasdaq closing bell during New York Comic Con to celebrate creators and fans

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WEBTOON celebrates its global community of creators and fans by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell in Times Square during New York Comic Con 2025.

WEBTOON celebrates its global community of creators and fans by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell in Times Square during New York Comic Con 2025.

Why a KPOP DEMON HUNTERS live-action adaptation wouldn’t work, according to the directors

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"KPop Demon Hunters" co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans say a live-action version of the record-breaking Netflix hit would lose its magic outside of animation.

"KPop Demon Hunters" co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans say a live-action version of the record-breaking Netflix hit would lose its magic outside of animation.

Maggie Kang teases a KPOP DEMON HUNTERS sequel

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Netflix’s "KPop Demon Hunters" co-director Maggie Kang teases the possibility of a sequel as the record-breaking Korean animated film earns Oscar buzz and global fan demand.

Netflix’s "KPop Demon Hunters" co-director Maggie Kang teases the possibility of a sequel as the record-breaking Korean animated film earns Oscar buzz and global fan demand.

NYCC ’25: STRANGER THINGS and PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES head to WEBTOON in partnership with Dark Horse Comics

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WEBTOON announces "Stranger Things: The Other Side" and "Plants vs. Zombies™" are joining its platform through a new partnership with Dark Horse Comics.

WEBTOON announces "Stranger Things: The Other Side" and "Plants vs. Zombies™" are joining its platform through a new partnership with Dark Horse Comics.

Yen Press and Ize Press announce FOUR IN LOVE and SOLO LEVELING: RAGNAROK

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NYCC '25: Yen Press and Ize Press announce FOUR IN LOVE and SOLO LEVELING: RAGNAROK

Yen Press/Ize Press revealed the official English licenses for Four in Love and Solo Leveling: Ragnarok at New York Comic Con.

OSHI NO KO Season 3 now in production

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OSHI NO KO Season 3 now in production

Crunchyroll announced at New York Comic Con that it has acquired the rights to Season 3 of Oshi no Ko Season 3 from HIDIVE.

Crunchyroll announced at New York Comic Con that it has acquired the rights to Season 3 of Oshi no Ko Season 3 from HIDIVE.

Yen On and Tapas partner for digital publication of light novels

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Yen On and Tapas partner for digital publication of light novels

Yen Press light novel imprint Yen On has partnered with Tapas Entertainment to release digital editions of its popular books.

Yen Press light novel imprint Yen On has partnered with Tapas Entertainment to release digital editions of its popular books.

Zoey’s Filipino voice actor Maronne Cruz joins the KPOP DEMON HUNTERS craze on TikTok

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Maronne Cruz, the Filipino voice of Zoey in "KPop Demon Hunters," delights fans with a hilarious TikTok twist that caught even Netflix Philippines off guard.

Maronne Cruz, the Filipino voice of Zoey in "KPop Demon Hunters," delights fans with a hilarious TikTok twist that caught even Netflix Philippines off guard.

HUNTR/X lights up stage with live performance of “Golden” on Jimmy Fallon

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EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna took the Jimmy Fallon stage to sing their smash hit "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters."

"KPop Demon Hunters" singers EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami debuted their live full performance of "Golden" on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."

NYCC 2025: WEBTOON and Disney announce new wave of reformatted series

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At NYCC 2025, WEBTOON and Disney revealed the next wave of reformatted series, including "Astonishing X-Men" and "The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl," expanding their mobile-friendly lineup for fans worldwide.

At NYCC 2025, WEBTOON and Disney revealed the next wave of reformatted series, including "Astonishing X-Men" and "The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl," expanding their mobile-friendly lineup for fans worldwide.

Review: THE BROKEN RING: THIS MARRIAGE WILL FAIL ANYWAY, Volume 1 is a twisted tale of fate, freedom, and regret

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Inklore’s "The Broken Ring: This Marriage Will Fail Anyway" (on sale October 21, 2025) delivers a darkly beautiful tale of love, trauma, and rebirth, as Ines struggles to break free from a cursed cycle of marriages.

Inklore’s "The Broken Ring: This Marriage Will Fail Anyway" (on sale October 21, 2025) delivers a darkly beautiful tale of love, trauma, and rebirth, as Ines struggles to break free from a cursed cycle of marriages.

The original demo of “Your Idol” reveals EJAE’s unexpected inspiration

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EJAE’s demo of “Your Idol” reveals how one lyric transformed “Black Hats” into a record-breaking hit from "KPop Demon Hunters."

EJAE’s demo of “Your Idol” reveals how one lyric transformed “Black Hats” into a record-breaking hit from "KPop Demon Hunters."

HUNTR/X reveals what a collaboration with BLACKPINK would sound like

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HUNTR/X imagine their dream collaboration with BLACKPINK, describing it as “high energy” and “like BLACKPINK with more harmonies.”

HUNTR/X imagine their dream collaboration with BLACKPINK, describing it as “high energy” and “like BLACKPINK with more harmonies.”

UNIS say “Moshi Moshi ♡” in their first Japanese single produced by HoneyWorks’ shito

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UNIS debut in Japan with “Moshi Moshi ♡,” produced by HoneyWorks’ shito, blending K-Pop energy with nostalgic J-Pop sweetness.

UNIS debut in Japan with “Moshi Moshi ♡,” produced by HoneyWorks’ shito, blending K-Pop energy with nostalgic J-Pop sweetness.

HUNTR/X makes surprise debut on SNL during KPOP DEMON HUNTERS sketch

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HUNTR/X—EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna—make their surprise live debut on "SNL" during a "KPop Demon Hunters" sketch with Bad Bunny, performing the hit song “Golden.”

HUNTR/X—EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna—make their surprise live debut on "SNL" during a "KPop Demon Hunters" sketch with Bad Bunny, performing the hit song “Golden.”

Doctors warn against dangerous #KPopNoodleChallenge inspired by Netflix’s KPOP DEMON HUNTERS

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Doctors warn parents after the #KPopNoodleChallenge inspired by Netflix’s "KPop Demon Hunters" leads to burn injuries among children attempting to recreate a noodle scene from the film.

Doctors warn parents after the #KPopNoodleChallenge inspired by Netflix’s "KPop Demon Hunters" leads to burn injuries among children attempting to recreate a noodle scene from the film.

WEBTOON shares dip amid market slowdown, but platform’s long-term growth stays strong

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WEBTOON shares fell 4.1% amid a broader market dip, but the digital comics giant remains up 33% in 2025 thanks to its growing global reach and content adaptations.

WEBTOON shares fell 4.1% amid a broader market dip, but the digital comics giant remains up 33% in 2025 thanks to its growing global reach and content adaptations.

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS soundtrack reclaims No. 1 on Billboard 200

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The "KPop Demon Hunters" soundtrack returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a second week, driven by HUNTR/X’s global success and the Netflix film’s explosive popularity.

The "KPop Demon Hunters" soundtrack returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a second week, driven by HUNTR/X’s global success and the Netflix film’s explosive popularity.

EJAE announces new song “In Another World” following KPOP DEMON HUNTERS success

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K-ComicsBeat @kcomicsbeat.bsky.social · 8d

EJAE, the singing voice of Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters, announces her new single “In Another World,” releasing on October 24, 2025.

EJAE, the singing voice of Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters, announces her new single “In Another World,” releasing on October 24, 2025.

Kakao Entertainment launches AI tool to turn webtoons into short-form videos

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Kakao Entertainment has launched the Helix Shorts AI Agent, a free tool that lets webtoon creators instantly turn their comics into short-form videos.

Kakao Entertainment has launched the Helix Shorts AI Agent, a free tool that lets webtoon creators instantly turn their comics into short-form videos.

Naver WEBTOON launches $70,000 monthly reward program for its new short-form animation platform

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Naver WEBTOON announced a $70,000 monthly rewards program to support creators on its new short-form animation platform, Cuts. The initiative includes cash incentives, creative challenges, and AI-powered tools to expand the animation ecosystem.

Naver WEBTOON announced a $70,000 monthly rewards program to support creators on its new short-form animation platform, Cuts. The initiative includes cash incentives, creative challenges, and AI-powered tools to expand the animation ecosystem.

Bring the stage home: Netflix releases HUNTR/X and Saja Boys lightsticks

K-ComicsBeat @kcomicsbeat.bsky.social · 9d

Netflix has released official lightsticks for "KPop Demon Hunters." Pre-order HUNTR/X and Saja Boys lightsticks now and bring the film's stage magic home.

Netflix has released official lightsticks for "KPop Demon Hunters." Pre-order HUNTR/X and Saja Boys lightsticks now and bring the film's stage magic home.

HUNTR/X Fever: How KPOP DEMON HUNTERS took over Korea, from noodles to theme parks

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"KPop Demon Hunters" fans, rejoice! HUNTR/X-themed cup noodles, cakes, and even a special Everland theme park zone bring the Netflix hit to life across Korea.

"KPop Demon Hunters" fans, rejoice! HUNTR/X-themed cup noodles, cakes, and even a special Everland theme park zone bring the Netflix hit to life across Korea.

WEBTOON to end its fan translation platform WEBTOON Translate

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K-ComicsBeat @kcomicsbeat.bsky.social · 9d

WEBTOON has announced it will end its fan translation service, WEBTOON Translate, on November 26, 2025.

WEBTOON has announced it will end its fan translation service, WEBTOON Translate, on November 26, 2025.