Award-winning composer Mark Sonnenblick, riding an extraordinary wave of professional success, has confirmed that a sequel to Netflix’s record-breaking animated film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially in development. This announcement comes during what Sonnenblick describes as a ‘whirlwind’ period, having already secured a Golden Globe and a Grammy in 2026 for co-writing the film’s breakout hit, ‘Golden,’ which has also now earned an Academy Award nomination.
In an interview with BBC Newsbeat shortly after learning of the Oscar shortlisting, an emotional Sonnenblick reflected on the song’s unexpected journey, crediting the film’s dedicated fanbase for its monumental success. ‘This song could have disappeared. The only reason this nomination happened is fans responded and told other people to watch the film,’ he stated. ‘Golden’ has made history as the first K-Pop song to win a Grammy, cementing its place far from obscurity.
While the sequel is confirmed to be ‘in process,’ Sonnenblick emphasized that the project is in its early stages. ‘There’s going to be a whole development process before we get deep into writing the songs. The music will follow from the story,’ he explained, noting that the continuation is contingent on the creative team, including creator Maggie Kang, agreeing it makes narrative sense.
Simultaneously, Sonnenblick is preparing for the London debut of his new musical, ‘Midnight at the Never Get,’ set to open at the Menier Chocolate Factory in July 2026. The production, set in an illegal gay bar in 1960s New York, will feature Tony Award-winning theatre star Ben Platt in the lead role. Platt expressed immense admiration for Sonnenblick’s work, confessing he has even attempted to sing the demanding high notes of ‘Golden’ in the shower using a male-key karaoke version on YouTube. Platt praised London as an ‘exciting and safe space to create something new,’ highlighting the audience’s intelligence and respect for the craft.