Author: Aditya Chatterjee

Oktoberfest is that time of the year when German gather together in large numbers and have a gala time drinking beer. However, for us otakus, the following month is a celebration for different reasons. The anime schedule is packed with almost four dozen shows set to hit our screens this year in October. Amongst these shows, Romantic Killer is a rather unique one. Female characters are often criticized for their one-dimensional representation in anime and mangas. However, Anzu Hoshino is not one of them. A fervent gamer, the red-haired protagonist, gets a visit from a wizard named Riri, who swears…

Makoto Shinkai and RADWIMPS enthusiasts, we have great news for all of you! Recently, a partnership involving the celebrated rock band and music composer Kazuma Jinnouchi was announced via Twitter. Kazuma sensei is an experienced musician who has worked on Jumanji: The Next Level, Pokemon Detective Pikachu, Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045, and Metal Gear projects. Here, take a look at the announcement. Suzume no Tojimari (also known as Suzume) will focus on the adventures of a 17-year-old girl who dwells in Kyushu. Suzume encounters a mysterious man named Sota Munakata, who is frantically searching for a “door.” The two…

In the 21st century, anime has become a worldwide phenomenon. With better access, good content is being viewed and appreciated by millions. The Editor-in-chief of Shonen Jump + Shuhei Hosono and the deputy editor-in-chief Yuta Momiyama recently held a talk where they spoke of how considerably the initiatives undertaken by Jump have benefited excited artists across Japan and more. Jump Rookie! was launched alongside the MANGA Plus service by SHUEISHA. This venture allows new and passionate budding mangakas to find their spark. It helps editors and authors bypass award ceremonies and presentations and is a better way of assisting amateur…

Anime lovers, Almost half-century of incredible anime series are headed your way in October! The following month is a blessing for anime viewers scattered around the world. So many beloved manga, game, and light novel adaptations are set to be broadcast in two weeks. So the quintessential otaku shall remain busy for quite a while. We know you’re all excited for Bleach: TYBW and Chainsaw Man, but take a look at some other anime releases this October. This is really heavy; even hardcore anime fans couldn’t possibly keep up with all of them. This compiled list contains all the upcoming…

Boku no Hero Academia is one of the most popular superhero mangas in the market right now. Weekly Shonen Jump has been serializing this work by Kohei Horikoshi since 2014. Both the manga and the anime are critically-acclaimed and have received numerous awards since their inception. There have been a few controversies linked with the manga too. The makers just released a new character visual consisting of Shigaraki Tomura and Dabi. We can spot the iconic pose Dabi makes in the manga but more about it later. Spoiler Alert (Revelations About Dabi) Dabi’s real identity is Toya Todoroki. The eldest…

Death Stranding Creator’s new favorite anime, “Lycoris Recoil’s” finale is here! After its release, the girl’s action series has taken the anime world by storm. Currently, 12 episodes have been broadcasted, and there’s one more left to conclude this season. Lycoris Recoil is a media project developed by Spider Lily and Asaura.The renowned anime series focuses on the unique bond between Chisato and Takina Inoue. They are both cogs, part of an all-female task force that operates under DA (Direct Attack). Takina is forced to work alongside Chisato when the former disobeys orders during a mission, endangering her comrades. The…

With Cyberpunk: Edgerunners airing, creator and co-founder Masahiko Otsuka reveal spicy details including the challenges the makers had to go through creating this anime. Cyberpunk 2077 is a game developed and released by CD Projekt at the end of 2020. It was set amidst a dystopian society overrun by mechanical enhancements and gross inequality. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a series (a collaboration with CD Projekt) released this September on Netflix and has since received a ton of praise. The game has garnered new players after the anime was declared a hit. Recently, Netflix conducted an interview on Youtube that showcases a…

The latest and greatest One Piece film has blown people away left and right. So, Here are some quick stats on all the records the film broke and when it will release in your country. Before diving in, Watch One Piece Film: Red trailer here. Goro Taniguchi (co-creator of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion) is the film director. Tsutomu Kuroiwa provided the screenplay for the project. Eiichiro Oda, the man behind the manga, produced the movie. Toei took charge of animation and distribution. Yasutaka Nakata composed the signature music score utilized throughout the entire film. Ado performs “New Genesis,”…

Hurray! Edens Zero gets renewed for a second season. A popular science fantasy anime series is making a return to the screens! J.C. Staff will animate the second season of the Edens Zero anime. Take a look at the teaser trailer released today. As you can see from the comments section, most fans are happy about the series renewal. The animation looks crisp, so it feels like the studio has outdone itself. The music also sounds pretty epic, and Drakken’s character looks menacing as always. We also glimpse Witch Regret in her insanely-cool mechanical outfit as one of the Four…

Jujutsu Kaisen 0 is all set to dock on Crunchyroll soon. Occult fanatics and otaku, a hit movie will soon be broadcasted via the leading anime streaming platform. Gege Akutami is the writer and illustrator of the prequel manga that links up with the highly-popular Jujutsu Kaisen. Sunghoo Park is the director, and Hiroshi Seko is the film’s writer. Like the anime that ran for 26 episodes, Studio MAPPA tackles the animation. Hiroyuki Tsutsumi, Yoshimasa Terui, and Alisa Okehazama are the composers responsible for the music department. The box office collections have proven that it is one of the most…

Connoisseurs of romantic comedies and harem enthusiasts, we have some surprising news to share! Girlfriend, Girlfriend season 2 is announced and this release came via the official Twitter handle of the anime. Also, Hiroyuki displays an illustration via the Twitter account to celebrate the recent announcement of Girlfriend, Girlfriend Season 2. We can see the four main vibrant heroines in different outfits, with cheerful expressions plastered over their faces. The release date has not been set yet, but more details can be seen in the foreseeable future. This is one of the most popular romantic comedies available to watch, and…

Fans of fantasy and quirky animation worldwide, we have some good news to share! The Owl House is all set for the next season on Disney. Spoilers Ahead! Created by Dana Terrace, The Owl House has been renewed, and the premiere date has been revealed. The previous two seasons contain 40 episodes in total, and the horror-comedy has received rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. The show has been awarded many accolades too. T.J. Hill is the theme music composer responsible for all the music during the first season. Brad Breeck is the principal composer in the second season.…

ONEPIECE1060 takes over Twitter, and potential spoilers are dead ahead! #Zoro trends after spoilers are confirmed. One Piece fans, tread lightly and be wary of the treacherous waters around us! Weekly Shonen Jump #42 is scheduled to be released next Tuesday in Japan, containing the new One Piece chapter. Although the date isn’t specific, excited fans have already flooded the internet with theories surrounding it. Some fans speculate that Carrot won’t be part of the Straw Hat crew. Carrot played a key role after joining Sanji’s rescue squad on Whole Cake Island and has frequently allied with the Straw-Hat group.…

Ladies, gentlemen, and those beyond, it is time for some more emotional damage! Naoshi Arakawa, known for his moving masterpiece Your Lie In April has begun working on a new manga. The tale named “Atwight Game” will receive a preview via Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine on September 21st this year. A drawing featuring the main male protagonist has been revealed, which shows that the mangaka has stayed true to his renowned art style. The character’s visage is reminiscent of Arima’s facial structure, and his eyes shall remind viewers of Kaori. We also see a slight bit of the background, but…

Elf lovers and otaku all over the globe can rest easy, for the anime adaptation of the sought-after manga series is announced not too long ago. If you aren’t aware, The manga has over 7.2 million copies in circulation today. This tale was also awarded the 14th Manga Taisho, and the New Creator Prize linked with the 25th Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize. The latest volume 9 of Freiren: Beyond Journey’s End shall be unveiled on September 19th this year. A visual for the anime “Freiren: Beyond Journey’s End” has been released. Take a look at it here. The key…