KPop Demon Hunters - Characters & Cast

To honor her mother's legacy, protect her fans, and permanently seal the demon world away by completing the Golden Honmoon, all while desperately trying to keep her own demonic nature a secret.

Rumi begins the film as a focused and determined leader, driven by the legacy of her demon-hunter mother. Her primary motivation is to protect her fans and complete the Golden Honmoon. However, she is burdened by the secret of her half-demon heritage, which causes her to be emotionally guarded. Her arc revolves around moving from shame and concealment to radical self-acceptance. Through her connection with Jinu and the threat posed by Gwi-Ma, she learns that hiding her true self is a weakness, not a strength. She culminates her journey by revealing her identity to the world, embracing her duality and finding a new, more authentic power.

To protect her found family (HUNTR/X) and prove her worth outside of the family that rejected her.

Mira is introduced as the aloof, fierce lead dancer of HUNTR/X. She projects an image of tough confidence, having left her wealthy family who saw her as a "problem child." While initially distrusting, she is fiercely loyal to her found family in the group. Though her backstory is not as central as Rumi's, she grapples with insecurities about not being good enough. Her arc involves learning to trust Rumi fully and finding her strength not just in her own skills but in the collective power of their sisterhood.

To prove herself as a valuable member of the team and maintain the harmony and success of her found family, HUNTR/X.

Zoey is the bubbly, high-energy rapper and youngest member (maknae) of the group. Having grown up in California before moving to Korea, she sometimes struggles with feelings of not belonging and is eager to please. Her arc involves finding her own confidence and voice within the group. She is often the comedic relief but also demonstrates great courage in battle. Her journey is about recognizing that her unique energy is a vital part of the group's strength.

To successfully weaken the Honmoon in exchange for having his painful human memories erased by Gwi-Ma.

Jinu is the leader of the rival demon boy band, the Saja Boys. A former human musician bound to the demon lord Gwi-Ma, he is outwardly charming but deeply conflicted by his lingering humanity and his demonic servitude. His initial goal is to defeat HUNTR/X to have his painful human memories erased. However, his connection with Rumi forces him to confront his past and question his mission. His arc is one of redemption, culminating in him sacrificing himself to protect Rumi and defy Gwi-Ma, choosing his humanity over freedom from pain.