Maggie Kang
Director and creator of 'K-pop Demon Hunters', whose Korean heritage and storytelling shaped the film's mythology, music, and cultural specificity; this episode marks discussion of her directorial debut on the feature.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 58min
The Story Behind Netflix’s Most Popular Film Ever
Maggie Kang, director and creator who drew on her Korean heritage to shape the film’s mythology. Chris Appelhans, co-director and songwriter who brought anime and K-drama musical sensibilities. They discuss the film’s surprise global smash, writing the hit song "Golden," rooting the story in mudang mythology, blending 3D and 2D animation, AI’s impact on creativity, and plans for a sequel.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 59min
What It’s Really Like at an Awards Show. Plus: Cliff Booth Returns and the Best Super Bowl Trailers!
Chris Appelhans, an animation filmmaker and co-writer, and Maggie Kang, co-director and co-writer from the animation world, join to talk K-pop Demon Hunters. They discuss making a film for themselves, Korean cine influences, blending K-pop choreography with action, and building bold female relationships. They also react to Super Bowl trailers and share what awards-show nights feel like.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 41min
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Creator Maggie Kang on the Global Hit No One Saw Coming
Maggie Kang, a Korean-Canadian animator and director behind KPop Demon Hunters, reflects on making a modern Korean story and her path from Lego and Kung Fu Panda projects to a global hit. She describes fan sing-alongs, blending Korean and Western influences, the songwriting process, anime-inspired design choices, theatrical vs streaming experiences, and hints about a possible sequel.
Oct 2, 2025 • 51min
265 | KPop Demon Hunters Directors: Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans on Balancing Heart, Humor & Music
Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, talented directors from Sony Pictures Animation, dive into their latest project, K-pop Demon Hunters. They explore how they balanced heartfelt story elements with humor and music, revealing the emotional center of their narrative. The duo discusses the character sacrifice that shapes the plot, their collaborative songwriting process, and the importance of intimate character moments. With insights on how specificity can unlock universal themes, they share the creative journey behind crafting a vivid, interconnected world.
Feb 2, 2026 • 35min
KPop Demon Hunters: An Empire Podcast Interview Special
Chris Appelhans, writer-director and visual artist who shaped the film’s look and music integration. Maggie Kang, writer-director and animator who fought to center Korean culture and fresh female characters. They discuss the film’s sudden global surge, how streaming and TikTok amplified reach, their character-driven song approach, design choices from makeup to fashion, and the possibilities for sequels and live performances.
